Nikon D850 Experience goes beyond the manual to help you learn the features, settings, and controls of this sophisticated and highly customizable camera. Most importantly, it also explains how, when, and why to use the camera's features, settings, and controls in your photography. As with all Full Stop dSLR guides, this book is written in a clear, concise, and comprehensive manner in order to help you learn to use your D850 quickly and competently, and consistently make the types of images you desire. As one Full Stop reader has said:

"I don't know how I could fully take advantage of all the features the camera has to offer without this publication! It's well-organized, easy to understand, and succinct enough to keep your attention while containing a wealth of information to get the most out of your camera."

For Intermediate and Enthusiast Photographers - This guide is designed for enthusiast photographers who wish to take fuller advantage of the capabilities of their camera and shoot competently in A, S, and M modes; take full control of the versatile 153-Point autofocus systems; and learn how, when, and why to use and customize the various controls, buttons, and features of the D850. It covers standard dSLR camera functions and exposure concepts for those learning digital SLR photography, and explains more advanced camera controls and operation such as Metering Modes, Exposure Compensation, and Histograms.

For Experienced Photographers - This guide explains the new and advanced features and settings in order to quickly get you up and running and taking advantage of these capabilities. Plus it explains the camera controls and how to customize them, how to take advantage of the new features including Highlight-Weighted Metering and Group-Area AF, the in-camera HDR, Multiple Exposure, Focus-Stacking, Time-Lapse Movie features, and in-camera image processing and editing. It introduces the HD, 4K, and Slow-mo video capabilities, back-button focusing, and guides you through all the D850 Menu and Custom Setting items in order to help you best set up and customize the camera for your specific shooting needs.

Sections include:

-Setting Up Your D850 - All the Menus and Custom Settings, with explanations and recommended settings to set up and customize the advanced features to work best for the way you photograph. -Aperture Priority (A), Shutter Priority (S), and Manual (M) Modes - How and when to use them to create dramatic depth of field, freeze or express motion, or take total control over exposure settings. -Auto Focusing Modes and Area Modes, and Release (Drive) Modes - Learn the AF Modes, AF Area Modes, and AF Custom Settings, how they differ, how and when to take advantage of them to capture both still and moving subjects. -Exposure Metering Modes - How they differ, how and when to use them for correct exposures in every situation. -Histograms, Exposure Compensation, Bracketing, and White Balance - Understanding these features for adjusting to the proper exposure in challenging lighting situations. -The Image Taking Process - Tutorials for using the settings and controls to take photos of both still and moving subjects.

-Introduction to Video Settings - Explanations of the settings and options to get you started.

Take control of your Nikon D850 and the photos you create!

Autorentext

Douglas Klostermann is a travel, culture, and humanitarian photographer, as well as the best-selling author of Full Stop photography guides including Nikon D850 Experience and Canon 5D Mark IV Experience.

He has photographed for numerous organizations in the United States and Latin America, been recognized by the United Nations Development Programme for his humanitarian photography, and been published in magazines, books, and websites including Conde Nast Traveler, NationalGeographic.org, Sherman's Travel, South American Explorer, and Viva Travel Guides. Doug is a member of the North American Nature Photography Association (NANPA). Learn more about photography techniques and equipment on his blog Picturing Change at blog.dojoklo.com and view his photography at dojoklo.com.