Ammonite: 49 books

Everything you need to know about RAW photography The RAW file format is digital photography's equivalent of a negative in film photography: it contains untouched, raw pixel information straight from the digital camera's sensor, which must be processed to produce the final result. Written by...

The definitive guide to taking photos in low light conditions or at night Photographs captured in low light conditions, or even in the dark of night, can be powerfully dramatic, sensually moody, or vibrant and glistening with the illumination of stars, streetlamps, or other artificial lighting....

As a high-performance compact digital camera the Coolpix P7700 allows users to enjoy full-scale photography similar to that possible with a digital-SLR camera. This latest flagship model in the Coolpix series features a large 1/1.7-in. Backside illumination 12MP CMOS sensor, a bright and fast Nikkor...

A clear, concise guide to one of the most overused, yet misunderstoon pieces of photographic equipment While a flash unit—either built in to the camera or a separate device—offers the advantage of adding light to your images, its biggest disadvantage is the complex nature of the flash,...

A detailed guide to capturing outstanding images in the great outdoors, using today's sophisticated digital SLR and compact digital cameras From choosing the correct camera, lenses, filters, and outdoor photographic accessories to the practicalities of gauging the weather, tide times, and the...

This inspirational and informative book is designed to take the reader on a journey to develop their understanding of form, design, artistic creativity and technical knowledge in woodcarving. Seven innovative projects, which gradually increase in difficulty, introduce and build on important techniques...

An invaluable guide to taking better photographs using today's sophisticated digital SLR and compact digital cameras Aimed at both the novice and more experienced amateur photographer, jargon-free text explains the theory behind digital photography, how light metering affects exposure, and...

An essential guide to a fascinating technique, beginning with an explanation of the difference between close-up and macro work  Aimed at the novice or more experienced amateur, the book describes the equipment for capturing true macro images, the "macro" mode on standard DSLRs,...

The D750 is Nikon's new full-frame DSLR, occupying a position between the D610 and D810 in the company's FX format line-up. It's designed for the serious photographer, and of particular interest to anyone stepping up to full-frame from one of Nikon's APS-C format models.  For those who want to switch...

A comprehensive guide to filming a movie using a digital SLR camera Shooting high quality movies on a digital SLR camera has become an exciting new genre of photography—and today's stills cameras have outstanding capabilities when it comes to the moving image. This comprehensive guide addresses...

A digestible, concise guide to choosing a lens for a digital SLR camera It’s very easy, when investing in new camera gear, to put all your energy into choosing the right body, only for that most crucial of factors—the lens—to become an almost secondary consideration. Covering everything...

An in-depth guide to using this impressive camera, with hints and tips on how to get the very best from its many functions The D800 is the biggest news to emerge from Nikon since 2008, when they introduced their last all-new full-frame DSLR, the D700. The D800 is not a replacement for the D700,...

The D3300 is Nikon’s latest entry-level DSLR. It is designed to marry the versatility and image quality of an SLR with the simplicity and ease of handling of the best digital compacts. Nikon has always valued continuity as well as innovation. It has retained its tried and tested F lens-mount (originally...

The D5300 is the latest model in Nikon’s advanced “consumer” series, occupying a middle position in the DX-format camera range, between the entry-level D3200 and the “enthusiast” or “semi-pro” D7100. The series stands apart from all other Nikon digital SLRs in having an articulating...