Nikon D300 Digital Field Guide
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Book Reviews of Nikon D300 Digital Field Guide
Book Review: Disappointingly not enough D300, full of errors and way too much very basic photo class
Summary: 1 Stars
Buying a D300 without firmly knowing the basics of photography is like buying a plane without having had flying lessons; it's nice to look at but you can't do much with it. Two thirds of this book is regrettably filled (padded?)with basic photography lessons that are too entry level for the kind of photographers who would or should purchase the very sophisticated D300 in the first place. To make things worse it even mis-labels the metering control for the D300, and, as noted in another review, is replete with other errors. Starting from page 94 through to the end at page 250 the book covers basics like ISO and shutter speed, lenses, flash, architectural, child, etc. photography in basic terms unrelated to the D300. That means most of the book is devoted to general photography, not the D300. The Magic Lantern Guide series on the D300 is a much better resource, with far more detailed information (and a quick reference wallet card)that goes way beyond Nikon's detailed manual. If you are anything more than a beginning photographer don't waste your money- buy the Magic Lantern Guide instead.Book Review: Great guide for getting started
Summary: 5 Stars
Being new to the D300 and digital photography in general I found this book to be quite informative. The material was easy to understand and presented in a much more interesting manner than the manual or other books out there.
The real world applications are AWESOME! They provide many interesting insights and tips that many people may not know about. The pictures are top notch and appear in wonderful full color.
I also picked up a copy of David Busch's book and found that although other reviewers rated this book highly that it was bloated with too much uninteresting technical jargon and let's just say his pictures are "uninspired" to say the least.
I recommend purchasing the D300 Digital Field Guide book for anyone who wants to learn about the most important features of the D300 as well as learning different techniques for photography that will carry over into using other cameras as well.
On the other hand, if you want to be bored to tears and look at uninteresting photos maybe the Busch D300 guide will help you out.
Book Review: a basic guide with many errors
Summary: 3 Stars
In this book the author goes through a detailed description of the D300's many features, controls and settings. Unfortunately, the guide is fraught with errors, and in some instances, lacks details of some specific controls. It is less boring and dry than the cameral manual, however, and for that reason alone, is a good book for the beginning to average photographer.
The second section of the book is where the author is a bit "simplistic", If you are a real beginner, the materials presented from chapter 4 on are adequate references to begin their journey in creative photography. The rest of us will find it to be a review, with maybe a pearl of two here and there.
The book could stand to be re-edited so the errors and omissions could be corrected, with more detail in what effect the various settings have on the camera function (and ultimate resulting images). Part II of the book should either be eliminated, or expanded to meet the level of the more advanced photographer.
Book Review: Must-have D300 Guide
Summary: 5 Stars
This guide to the D300 is aimed at the amateur to prosumer digital SLR photographer, and even has some excellent information for advanced users.
It is well-written, well-illustrated, and covers the subject in depth. I recently purchased a D300, and learned many things here that were nowhere to be found in the user's manual. Additionally, the book is the perfect size to fit in my camera bag - whenever I have a question about a setting, this book is conveniently there with me.
The first part of the book explains all of the features and settings of the camera in clear, well-illustrated format. I found the step-by-step instructions and corresponding pictures of the menus especially helpful. The remainder of the book provides basic information on photographic techniques, and specific suggestions for many types of photography. I found lots of helpful suggestions about everything from portrait to macro photography and more. The photography throughout the book is top notch too!
Book Review: This book is a godsend!
Summary: 5 Stars
I got my D300 a couple of months ago. I upgraded from a Canon Rebel and I was in over my head! The D300 had so many buttons and features that I didn't know where to start.
I just received my copy of the D300 Digital Field Guide and I have to say that I'm ecstatic. This book is so much more helpful than the stuffy old manual. There is so much more to this camera than I realized and it's all lined out right here in this little book.
The information is simple and informative enough for a beginner, but still has quite a few tricks and tips for more advanced users. The full color photos are great and there are tips and ideas on a wide variety of subjects.
The chapters on the menus were the most helpful, there are things in the menu system that I didn't even know existed (and they're important things!).
I have to say I whole-heartedly recommend this book for anyone who wants a better understanding of their camera and photography in general.