Table of Contents

Choosing a camera: compact cameras; Advanced Photo System; the 35mm SLR; other types of camera. Lenses: using your lenses. Apertures and shutter speeds: making the most of apertures; making the most of shutter speeds. Exposure. Film. Digital photography: choosing a digital camera; digital manipulation. Understanding light. Making the most of flash: how your flashgun works; choosing a flashgun; using your flashgun. Filters and accessories: using filters; making the most of your filters; useful accessories. Composing a picture. Developing and printing: developing a film; making black and white enlargements; assessing the print. Portraiture. Photographing children and babies. Holidays and travel. Capturing the landscape. Sport and action. Taking pictures at night. Animals and pets. Close-ups. Photographing buildings. Still life. Creating special effects. Presenting your pictures.

About the Author

Lee Frost is a professional writer and photographer.