Canon Speedlite System Digital Field Guide
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Author: ThomasBrand: Wiley
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2007-04-09
ISBN: 0470045280
Number of pages: 240
Publisher: Wiley
Book Reviews of Canon Speedlite System Digital Field Guide
Book Review: Must have for serious photographers
Summary: 5 Stars
I was put off by the other reviewers, after reading the book I am going to have to disagree with them 100%. The author first makes sure you understand the Speedlite product and goes over what each switch, dial and attachment does. This is done for both the 580 and 430 ex. Once you have an understanding of how it all works you quickly move into actually taking some photos (imagine that).
This section gives all sorts of tips, tricks and scenarios for using your new Flash, but also walks you through the technical side of it. I was particularly impressed with a photo being provided for each lighting style, that really shows how much effort the author put into this book.
One part that stuck out for me was the method of showing a picture, explaining how it was achieved and then giving you some tips to experiment from.. this had me breaking out my own 30D with the 580 Speedlite.
The book ends the numbered chapters with Simple Posing, a guide to setting up the best portrait shots. Very informative as it stepped past the camera and explains how to set up your shot.
A "rules of composition" section is where the book ends and I don't think a better section could have been chosen. After reading the book you get many tips, tricks and concepts but the composition section brings it all together and really leaves you wanting to shoot..shoot..shoot!
Overall I found this book to be very informative and highly recommend it for amateur photographers or professionals looking to extend their skillset.
Summary of Canon Speedlite System Digital Field Guide
Photography is all about light. Canon Speedlites give you the next best thing to cumbersome studio lighting - wireless flash units that you can actually pack in your camera bag and take along. Tuck this full-color book in there, too. It will help you maximize the effectiveness of your Speedlites and help you create professional lighting effects in more than a dozen unique settings. With this Digital Field Guide you'll:- Learn all your Speedlite's settings and how to use E-TTL metering.
- Experiment with bounce flash, fill flash, and using multiple flash units.
- Set up a portable wireless studio with backgrounds, umbrellas, and soft boxes.
- Use Speedlites to light professional-quality shots ranging from studio portraits to concerts to product photography.
- Explore exposure, lens choices, and lighting for outdoor portraits, still lifes, and much more.
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