Chapter 1. Using the Nikon D300

Digital imaging changed my photography. For the last six years I've been on a technological and artistic trip that I've come to treasure: Nikon® digital imaging!

I will begin by offering a background perspective introducing both the camera and my own personal viewpoint. Let me reminisce.

Since I was just a kid, I've always enjoyed photography. However, the cost of film processing kept me from shooting nearly as much as I wanted to. Raising a family through the 80s and 90s didn't leave much money for extras.

I've had all sorts of film Nikons, from my first, a Nikon FM (1980) to my last, a Nikon F5 (2004). But, ...

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