Learning to Photograph, Volume 1 by Banek, Cora -- Read -- Imperial Library of Trantor

Index

Cover Page Title Page Copyright Page Foreword Table of Contents Introduction 01 A Bit of Photo Theory

1.1 The Theory of Photography

The Photographer Content, Form, and Technology The Raw Image The Image Editor The End Result Viewing Images The Viewer

1.2 Applied Theory

In the Field Back at Home

1.3 Photo Technology as a Means to an End

Definition Application

02 An Overview of Photography Technology

2.1 The Progression of Photography

Optics Focusing Exposure Metering Exposure Control Shutter-Release Sequence

2.2 The Influence of the Photographer

Limitations Five Key Factors

03 Optics and Lenses

3.1 Light and Color

Light Light Sources Light Color Color Temperature The Path of Light Colors

3.2 The Basic Physics of Lenses

The Construction of a Lens Focal Length Crop Factor Focal Length Multiplier Lenses Designed for Digital Lens Speed

3.3 The Quality of Lenses

Mechanical Quality Optical Quality Resolution Distortion Centering Vignetting Chromatic Aberration Scattered Light Spherical Aberration Astigmatism

3.4 Focusing

Manual Focusing How Autofocus Works Autofocus Sensors Front and Back Focus AF and AF Frame Control Minimum Focus Distance Practical Tips for Focusing

3.5 Types of Lenses

Prime Lenses Zoom Lenses Original or Third-Party Lenses? Fisheye Lenses Wide-Angle Lenses Normal Lenses Telephoto Lenses Teleconverters Mirror Lenses Macro Lenses Shift Lenses Tilt Lenses Lensbaby

04 Exposure Metering

4.1 Measuring Brightness

Light or Subject Metering External Light Meters Internal Exposure Metering Neutral Gray Substitute Metering Stray Light

4.2 Metering Options

Spot Metering Center-Weighted Metering Matrix Metering

05 Exposure Control

5.1 Basic Concepts

Exposure Control: an Overview Exposure Value Exposure Scale Coordinating Aperture, Shutter Speed, and ISO Sensitivity Light Sensitivity (ISO) Range of Contrast Targeted Contrast Control Range of Contrast for Other Media

5.2 Aperture

The Basics of Aperture Depth of Field Designing Images with Aperture Depth of Field Preview Bokeh

5.3 Shutter Speed

The Operation of the Shutter Blur-Free Images Holding the Camera Tricks for Stable Exposures Image Stabilization Motion Blur Capturing Motion Panning Designing Images with Shutter Speed

5.4 Exposure Control Modes

Manual Exposure Control Shutter Priority Aperture Priority Fully Automatic Modes Shift Exposure Lock Bracketing Exposure Compensation Intentional Overexposure and Underexposure

06 Additional Camera Functions

6.1 The Basics of Digital Photo Technology

Pixel RGB Colors Color Depth Resolution Camera Resolution Image Resolution Changing Image Dimensions

6.2 The Image Sensor

How a Sensor Works The Basics of Sensor Construction Sensor Design

6.3 Sensor Types

CMOS Sensors CCD Sensors EXR CMOS Sensors X3 Sensors

6.4 Sensor Sizes

Medium Format Full Frame Sensors with a Small Crop Factor Micro Four Thirds Sensors with a Large Crop Factor

6.5 Sensor Errors

Noise Blooming Smearing Moiré Hot Pixels Dust

6.6 The Viewfinder

Viewfinders for SLR Cameras Viewfinder Indicators Electronic Viewfinder Diopter Adjustment Viewfinders on Compact Cameras Live View Pivoting Monitor

6.7 Additional Functions and Controls

Playback Menu Operation Display Shutter Release and Self-Timer Burst Mode White Balance Camera Processor Wireless Network GPS Mounts and Ports

6.8 Video

Video Resolution Frame Rate Compression Video File Formats Video-Enabled Sensors Lenses and Video Audio Technical Features Camera Movement New Visual Content

07 Accessories

7.1 Camera Accessories

Batteries Memory Cards Battery Grip Remote Trigger

7.2 Flash Units

Guide Number Flash Sync Time Built-In Flash External Flash Continuous Light Flash Adapters Radio and Infrared Triggers Studio Flash Units Light-Shaping Tools

7.3 Additional Accessories

Tripod Monopod Lens Hood Filters Equipment Bag Cleaning Tools

08 The Right Camera

8.1 Camera Types: An Overview

Cell Phone Cameras Light-Field Cameras Compact Cameras Upmarket Compact Cameras Bridge Cameras Micro Four Thirds Cameras System Cameras with APS-C Sensors SLR Cameras (Beginner and Intermediate Models) SLR Cameras (Semipro and Pro Models) SLT Cameras Medium- and Large-Format Cameras

8.2 The Sensible Way to Buy a Camera

Choosing a System Decision Factors Buying on Impulse

09 Photo Technology in Practice

9.1 Special Shooting Situations

Memento and Family Pictures Vacation Photos Party Snapshots Portraits and Nudes in the Studio Fashion Photography Portraits and Nudes Outside Sports Photography Photojournalism Photo Diaries and Lists Nature and Landscape Images Flower and Petal Pictures Wildlife Photography Zoo Pictures Pet Photos Architectural Photography Macro Photography Product Photography for Print and Still Lifes Product Photography for the Internet Photos in the Rain Photos in the Snow Photography in Extreme Climates Night Photography Indoor Photography with Available Light Underwater Photography Astrophotography High Dynamic Range Imaging Panorama Images

9.2 Common Technical Mistakes

Overexposure Underexposure Lack of Focus Camera Shake and Blur Too Much Contrast Dark Interiors Backlighting Busy Backgrounds White Skies Not Enough Distance

10 What Type of Photographer Are You?

10.1 Self-Assessment Questionnaire

Why Do You Take Pictures? Questions About Content Questions About Form Questions about Technology Questions about Editing

10.2 Your Personal Photography Profile

Four Basic Types The Content Type The Form Type The Technology Type The Editing Type Diversifying Your Profile Knowledge and Ability Stages of Development What Do You Understand? What Can You Do? Your Profile Evaluation

10.3 A Provocative Digression

Georg’s Theses Our Opinion

11 Development

11.1 Targeted Improvement

Setting Goals Identify Training Needs Creating a Path Forward Working with Projects Photographer’s Block

11.2 Criticism and Competition

Studying Others Self-Criticism External Opinions Internet Forums and Platforms Clubs Workshops and Classes Books Competitions

12 Mastering Your Camera

12.1 First Steps

Reading the User’s Manual Testing

12.2 Photography Exercises

Technical Challenges

Online Resources

Blogs Photography Platforms

Notes

Thanks

Thanks . . .

The Authors

About the Authors

Index

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