Introduction

Welcome to the Nikon D90 Digital Field Guide. This book is a handy reference for you to get started learning about all the features and functions of your Nikon D90 dSLR camera.

This Digital Field Guide isn't meant to replace the user's manual but is an adjunct to the manual, explaining things in a simpler and more detailed manner than the manual. The guide is aimed at D90 owners that are just beginning in the world of dSLRs up to advanced users with more hands-on knowledge of photography.

The D90 Digital Field Guide not only covers the specifics of the D90 but also covers many other facets of digital photography, from the basics of exposure to lighting and composition. There's also a chapter to help you get started with Nikon's Creative Lighting System and all the possibilities that Nikon's Speedlights offer.

About This Book

The D90 will likely be used by a wide variety of users, from first-time dSLR owners to people who have owned other dSLRs and have plenty of experience with photography. This book contains information for D90 users of all levels. The first few chapters cover the basics of the camera: the buttons and switches, the menu options, and the different settings. These are all described in detail, including some tips on how to effectively use them.

Other chapters include information on lenses, how they work, and for what applications specific lenses are best used. There's a primer on working with different lighting types as well as a chapter that teaches you how ...

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