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Index
Cover
Title
Copyright
Dedication
Acknowledgments
About the Author
Contents
Preface
Introduction
Chapter 1 Thinking Outside the Box
First Things First
In the Box
Optional and Non-Optional Add-Ons
Initial Setup
Mastering the Multi Selector and Command Dials
Setting the Clock
Battery Included
Final Steps
Chapter 2 Nikon Z50 Quick Start
Selecting an Exposure Mode
Choosing a Metering Mode
Choosing a Focus Mode
Choosing the Focus Area Mode
Selecting a Release Mode
Adjusting White Balance and ISO
Reviewing the Images You’ve Taken
Transferring Photos to Your Computer
Changing Default Settings
Resetting the Nikon Z50
Recommended Default Changes
Shooting Tips
Photo Shooting Menu Recommendations
Custom Setting Menu Recommendations
Chapter 3 Nikon Z50 Roadmap
Using Cross-References
Nikon Z50: Up Front
The Nikon Z50’s Business End
Top of Back Panel
Taking Selfies
Making Settings
Playing Back Images
Zooming the Nikon Z50 Playback Display
Viewing Thumbnails
Using the Photo Data Displays
The Viewfinder/Monitor Displays
Going Topside
Lens Components
Underneath Your Nikon Z50
Chapter 4 Nailing the Right Exposure
Getting a Handle on Exposure
Equivalent Exposure
How the Z50 Calculates Exposure
Correctly Exposed
Overexposed
Underexposed
Metering Mid-Tones
Choosing a Metering Method
Matrix Metering
Center-weighted Metering
Spot Metering
Highlight-weighted Metering
Choosing an Exposure Method
Aperture-Priority
Shutter-Priority
Program Mode
Manual Exposure
Adjusting Exposure with ISO Settings
Dealing with Noise
Bracketing
White Balance Bracketing
ADL Bracketing
Working with HDR
Auto HDR
Bracketing and Merge to HDR
Fixing Exposures with Histograms
Tonal Range
Histogram Basics
Understanding Histograms
Fine-Tuning Exposure
Chapter 5 Mastering the Mysteries of Focus
How Focus Works
Contrast Detection
Phase Detection
Depth-of-field
Using Autofocus with the Nikon Z50
Autofocus vs. Manual Focus
Bringing the Z50’s AF System into Focus
Focus Mode and Priority
Autofocus Mode
Choosing an Autofocus Area Mode
Face Detection and Subject Tracking
Face Detection
Subject Tracking
Manual Focus
Back Button Focus
Activating Back Button Focus
Fine-Tuning the Focus of Your Lenses
Lens Tune-up Options
Evaluating Current Focus
Changing the Fine-Tuning Setting
Setting the Default Value
Chapter 6 Advanced Techniques
Continuous Shooting
A Tiny Slice of Time
Working with Short Exposures
Long Exposures
Three Ways to Take Long Exposures
Working with Long Exposures
Delayed Exposures
Self-Timer
Interval/Time-Lapse Photography
Using Interval Photography
Time-Lapse Movies
Multiple Exposures
Overlay Shooting
Connecting Your Z50
Introduction to Wi-Fi/Computer Connections
Using SnapBridge
Using the SnapBridge App
Chapter 7 Focus on Lenses
Sensor Sensibilities
Choosing Native Z-mount Lenses
Better Lenses with Z-mount?
The “Kit” DX Lenses
Nikkor Z 35mm f/1.8 S
Nikkor Z 50mm f/1.8 S
Nikkor Z 24-70mm f/4 S
Nikkor Z 24mm f/1.8 S
Nikkor 85mm f/1.8 S
Nikkor 14-30mm f/4 S
Nikkor Z 58mm f/0.95 S Noct
Another Prime and Versatile Zoom
Using the FTZ Adapter
Ingredients of Nikon’s Alphanumeric Soup
Zoom or Prime?
Categories of Lenses
Using Wide-Angle and Wide-Zoom Lenses
Avoiding Potential Wide-Angle Problems
Using Telephoto and Tele-Zoom Lenses
Avoiding Telephoto Lens Problems
Telephotos and Bokeh
Chapter 8 Mastering Light
Light That’s Available
Continuous Lighting Basics
Living with Color Temperature
Daylight
Incandescent/Tungsten/Halogen Light
Fluorescent Light/LEDs
Electronic Flash Basics
The Moment of Exposure
A Tale of Two Exposures
Measuring Exposure
Guide Numbers
Choosing a Flash Sync Mode
Ghost Images
High-Speed Sync
Using Internal and External Flash
Using Flash Exposure Compensation
Specifying Flash Shutter Speed
Flash Control
Working with Nikon Flash External Units
Nikon SB-300
Nikon SB-400
Nikon SB-500
Nikon SB-700
Nikon SB-R200
Nikon SB-910
Nikon SB-5000
Elements of Wireless Flash
Master Flash
Remote Flashes
Channels
Groups
Chapter 9 Playback, Photo Shooting, and Movie Shooting Menus
Anatomy of the Nikon Z50’s Menus
Playback Menu Options
Delete
Playback Folder
Playback Display Options
Image Review
After Delete
Rotate Tall
Slide Show
Rating
Photo Shooting Menu Options
Reset Photo Shooting Menu
Storage Folder
File Naming
Choose Image Area
Image Quality
Image Size
NEF (RAW) Recording
ISO Sensitivity Settings
White Balance
Set Picture Control
Manage Picture Control
Color Space
Active D-Lighting
Long Exposure NR
High ISO NR
Vignette Control
Diffraction Compensation
Auto Distortion Control
Flicker Reduction Shooting
Metering
Flash Control
Flash Mode
Flash Compensation
Release Mode
Focus Mode
AF-Area Mode
Optical VR
Auto Bracketing
Multiple Exposure
HDR (High Dynamic Range)
Interval Timer Shooting
Time-Lapse Movie
Silent Photography
Movie Shooting Menu
Reset Movie Shooting Menu
File Naming
Frame Size/Frame Rate
Movie Quality
Movie File Type
ISO Sensitivity Settings
White Balance
Set Picture Control
Manage Picture Control
Active D-Lighting
High ISO NR
Vignette Control
Diffraction Compensation
Auto Distortion Control
Flicker Reduction
Metering
Release Mode (Save Frame)
Focus Mode
AF-Area Mode
Optical VR
Electronic VR
Microphone Sensitivity
Attenuator
Frequency Response
Wind Noise Reduction
Chapter 10 The Custom Settings Menu
Custom Settings Menu Layout
Reset Custom Settings
a. Autofocus
a1 AF-C Priority Selection
a2 Auto-Area AF Face/Eye Detection
a3 Focus Points Used
a4 AF Activation
a5 Focus Point Wrap-Around
a6 Focus Point Options
a7 Low-Light AF
a8 Built-in AF-Assist Illuminator
a9 Manual Focus Ring in AF Mode
b. Metering/Exposure
b1 EV Steps for Exposure Cntrl.
b2 Easy Exposure Compensation
b3 Center-Weighted Area
b4 Fine-Tune Optimal Exposure
c. Timers/AE Lock
c1 Shutter-Release Button AE-L
c2 Self-Timer
c3 Power Off Delay
d. Shooting/Display
d1 CL Mode Shooting Speed
d2 Max. Continuous Release
d3 Exposure Delay Mode
d4 Shutter Type
d5 Limit Selectable Image Area
d6 File Number Sequence
d7 Apply Settings to Live View
d8 Framing Grid Display
d9 Peaking Highlights
d10 View All in Continuous Mode
e. Bracketing/Flash
e1 Flash Sync Speed
e2 Flash Shutter Speed
e3 Exposure Compensation for Flash
e4 Auto Flash ISO Sensitivity Control
e5 Bracketing Order
f. Controls
f1 Customize i Menu
f2 Custom Controls (Shooting)
f3 Custom Controls (Playback)
f4 Customize Command Dials
f5 Release Button to Use Dial
f6 Reverse Indicators
g. Movie
g1 Customize i Menu
g2 Custom Controls
g3 AF Speed
g4 AF Tracking Sensitivity
g5 Highlight Display
Chapter 11 The Setup Menu, Retouch Menu, and My Menu
Setup Menu Options
Format Memory Card
Save User Settings
Reset User Settings
Language
Time Zone and Date
Monitor Brightness
Viewfinder Brightness
Viewfinder Color Balance
Information Display
AF Fine-Tune
Image Dust Off Ref Photo
Image Comment
Copyright Information
Beep Options
Touch Controls
Self-Portrait Mode
HDMI
Location Data Display
Airplane Mode
Connect to Smart Device
Connect to PC
Wireless Remote (ML-L7) Options
Conformity Marking
Energy Saving
Slot Empty Release Lock
Reset All Settings
Firmware Version
Retouch Menu
NEF (RAW) Processing
Trim
Resize
D-Lighting
Quick Retouch
Red-Eye Correction
Straighten
Distortion Control
Perspective Control
Image Overlay
Trim Movie
Side-by-Side Comparison
Using My Menu
Chapter 12 Capturing Video with the Z50
Quick Start Checklist
Lean, Mean, Movie Machine
Capturing Video
Slow-Motion Movies
Shooting Your Movie
Using the i Button
Stop That!
Viewing Your Movies
Trimming Your Movies
Saving a Frame
Tips for Shooting Better Video
Refocusing on Focus
Lens Craft
Zooming and Video
Keeping Things Stable and on the Level
Shooting Script
Storyboards
Storytelling in Video
Composition
Lighting for Video
Illumination
Creative Lighting
Lighting Styles
Audio
Tips for Better Audio
External Microphones
Special Features
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