Nikon D300 Digital Field Guide
by Thomas
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Book Reviews of Nikon D300 Digital Field Guide
Book Review: Best field guide out there for the Nikon D300
Summary: 5 Stars
This is my 2nd book I have purchased from the Digital Field Guide series. I previously bought Creative Lighting System and it helped me get pass a lot of hurdles and frustration. This was written with quality and care.
Now J. Dennis Thomas has written the guide for the D300 and WOW, how does this guy know so much about the gear he writes about. He must seriously take hundreds of hours out of his life to really get in and learn the nuts and bolts of any piece of equipment he lays his hands on.
Not only are these books from this author in depth, but they are NOT dry text book reads. You can tell a lot of life experience goes into these field guides so enjoy.
If you want to do more with your Nikon gear, then you really need to read what J. Dennis Thomas has provided out there. He provides the tools to operate quality equipment so do yourself a favor and read the Nikon Digital Field Guides.
Book Review: Great D300 book for on the go
Summary: 5 Stars
This book is perfect for use in the field. I bought this book specifically because it was a small format book I could take along with me for guidance. When I am unsure what menu settings to use, I take this book out of my bag, look up the options, and make adjustments quickly. When I see an opportunity for a great shot, I can look up specifics about shooting different objects in different environments and read three or four pages of advice, illustrated with awesome full color pictures. This book covers all the digital photography basics. It does include all the settings you need for the practice photos, including aperture, shutter speed, ISO setting, etc. Plus the lens used is listed. This book was a great investment - it's helped me get more comfortable with my D300 and I expect that my pictures are just going to keep getting better as I keep using the book to build my knowledge of the camera and of photography in general.Book Review: An easy Read
Summary: 4 Stars
Nikon D300
Digital Field Guide
By: Bryden D.
I am the owner of a few Nikon digital cameras including the D70,D2H,D200 & now the D300. This being the case I am quite familar with the dry clipped language used in the Nikon Owners Manuals.
The D300 is an advanced camera with many new technical features that can be some what overwhelming to a new user.
Thomas has written this guide in a away that makes it easy to follow these new features. He points out in clear langusge how the D300 can enhance your photography techniques.
Major sections that I found of most interest are the Upgrades from the D200 and the Quick Tour.
Chapters 1-8 go into details of the camera and how they relate to various real world applications.
Overall - a great little book to carry around for quick reference on photo shoots.,
Book Review: Skip this rag - Buy Busch's D300 guide!
Summary: 1 Stars
I've owned the Nikon D50, D70s, D80 and most recently, and currently, the D300. For the D50 and D80, I purchased the Digital Field Guides by David Busch. I found those informative, well written and helpful. When I ordered the "Digital Field Guide" for my new D300, I did not notice that David Busch was not the author - this Thomas guy was.
Other reviewers have mentioned in detail the flaws and shortcomings of this book so no need for me to repeat the same stuff. I see now that David Busch has a guide for the D300 for sale on Amazon under a different title; wish I had bought that one instead. The author of this guide is purported to be a good photographer. I'd strongly recommend he stick to clicking shutters and leave the writing to those who know how to do that.
Book Review: The Best Book for Learning About the D300
Summary: 5 Stars
"Nikon D300 Digital Field Guide" has become my photography bible. It is concise and to the point; making it an excellent book for someone who just pulled a D300 out of the box and is utterly confused by all the features. Mr. Thomas takes the reader step-by-step through each feature in a very simple, straight forward, understandable manner. The bonus to this book is the "Real World Applications" chapter, in which a variety of photographic challenges are offered, complete with suggested settings and practical advice on composing an ideal shot. The books smaller size makes it easy to put in a camera case for quick reference. All in all, this book is well written for both the novice and expert looking for creative inspiration and utilizing the D300 in the most effective manner.