In this book, X-Pert Corner columnist and workshop mentor Rico Pfirstinger teaches you all about the capabilities of the Fujifilm X series lineup of cameras, which he’s discovered through years of in-depth research, experience, and experimentation. No matter which X series camera you own—whether it be the X-T3, X-H1, X-T2, X-Pro2, X100F, X-T20, X-E3, GFX, or any other Fuji X series camera—Rico cuts to the chase and provides a plethora of tips and practical instructions not found in user manuals or anywhere else. With this knowledge, you will be able to take full advantage of your X series camera.
The Fujifilm X series boasts amazing features, but some users may require an adjustment period if they are new to these cameras—even photographers who have been lifetime DSLR shooters. This guide will help you to quickly feel comfortable using your camera so that you can achieve excellent results.
Rico reveals many hidden features, functions, and procedures, so photographers of every level—beginners, enthusiasts, and experienced pros—will learn new and better ways to use their Fuji X series camera to its full potential. Beyond beneficial practices for all X series shooters, Rico also covers advanced concepts, such as the capabilities of Fujifilm's ISOless sensors with Dual Conversion Gain, and offers solutions for common issues, such as inaccurate focus or RAW conversion artifacts.
Topics covered include:
• Firmware upgrades, lens issues, OIS and IBIS • Menus shortcuts, Custom Settings, My Menu, Quick Menu, and Fn buttons • Mirrorless exposure metering • Maximizing dynamic range • ISOless photography • Autofocus settings, challenges, and strategies • Film simulations, white balance, and JPEG settings • RAW conversion (internal and external) • Flash photography • And much more…
Author: Tony Phillips Publisher: Lulu.com ISBN: 1387929941 Category : Art Languages : en Pages : 710
Book Description
The X-H1 in plain English! Written for Fujifilm's outstanding X-H1 camera, this is This is EVERYTHING X-H1 explained in easy to understand language! It is the Manual on Steroids and much more... In it, I assume you are a photographer, so I don't dive in to the basics of photography (except in an Appendix). Everything comes with clear tutorials and examples. So if you're uncertain about anything your X-H1 does, grab this book! It's packed with clear tutorials and examples, with over 900 tips, tricks, and tweaks to help you master photography with your X-H1.
Author: Syl Arena Publisher: Pearson Education ISBN: 0321717937 Category : Photography Languages : en Pages : 1055
Book Description
Getting your Canon Speedlite to produce the light you need can be a real challenge. For those new to flash photography—or for anyone who has previously given up out of frustration—Speedliter’s Handbook is a revelation. Photographer Syl Arena takes you on a journey that begins with an exploration of light and color, moves through a comprehensive discussion of the Canon Speedlite family and all of the accessories and equipment available to the Speedliter, then settles down to crafting great light in one photo shoot after another. Whether you want to create a classical portrait, shoot an event, or simply add a little fill light to a product shot, Speedliter’s Handbook shows you how. A fantastic in-depth resource illustrated with over 500 images, Speedliter’s Handbook covers: how to see the various characteristics and properties of light itself, as well as the differences between how your camera sees versus how you see all the buttons and dials of the entire Canon Speedlite family the basics of on-camera flash…and the necessity of getting your flash off the camera how to beautifully balance flash with the existing ambient light all the equipment necessary for great Speedlite shots how to get amazing shots with just one Speedlite how and when to use E-TTL versus manual flash the use of color gels to balance color, as well as create dramatic effects how to tame the sun—or any really bright light—with hi-speed sync and much, much more Whether you’re shooting portraits, events, or sports, Speedliter’s Handbook is an essential resource that teaches you how to craft the light you need for any type of shot you want.
Author: Adam Woodworth Publisher: Ilex Press ISBN: 1781578370 Category : Photography Languages : en Pages : 516
Book Description
When the night sky transforms terrestrial landscapes into otherworldly works of art, you need to know the professional techniques for capturing your own nocturnal masterpieces. This complete course combines the classic beauty of landscapes with the vast, exotic universe of astrophotography, using tried-and-tested methods that guarantee stellar results. You'll learn what gear you need and how to make the most of it; clever tricks for squeezing out every drop of image quality from a pitch-black scene; and straightforward post-production workflows to create compelling compositions of the cosmos.
Author: Tony Northrup Publisher: Tony Northrup ISBN: 0988263408 Category : Photography Languages : en Pages : 250
Book Description
The top-rated and top-selling photography ebook since 2012 and the first ever Gold Honoree of the Benjamin Franklin Digital Award, gives you five innovations no other book offers: Free video training. 9+ HOURS of video training integrated into the book’s content (requires Internet access). Travel around the world with Tony and Chelsea as they teach you hands-on. Appendix A lists the videos so you can use the book like an inexpensive video course.Classroom-style teacher and peer help. After buying the book, you get access to the private forums on this site, as well as the private Stunning Digital Photography Readers group on Facebook where you can ask the questions and post pictures for feedback from Tony, Chelsea, and other readers. It’s like being able to raise your hand in class and ask a question! Instructions are in the introduction.Lifetime updates. This book is regularly updated with new content (including additional videos) that existing owners receive for free. Updates are added based on reader feedback and questions, as well as changing photography trends and new camera equipment. This is the last photography book you’ll ever need.Hands-on practices. Complete the practices at the end of every chapter to get the real world experience you need.500+ high resolution, original pictures. Detailed example pictures taken by the author in fifteen countries demonstrate both good and bad technique. Many pictures include links to the full-size image so you can zoom in to see every pixel. Most photography books use stock photography, which means the author didn’t even take them. If an author can’t take his own pictures, how can he teach you? In this book, Tony Northrup (award-winning author of more than 30 how-to books and a professional portrait, wildlife, and landscape photographer) teaches the art and science of creating stunning pictures. First, beginner photographers will master: CompositionExposureShutter speedApertureDepth-of-field (blurring the background)ISONatural lightFlashTroubleshooting blurry, dark, and bad picturesPet photographyWildlife photography (mammals, birds, insects, fish, and more)Sunrises and sunsetsLandscapesCityscapesFlowersForests, waterfalls, and riversNight photographyFireworksRaw filesHDRMacro/close-up photography Advanced photographers can skip forward to learn the pro’s secrets for: Posing men and women. including corrective posing (checklists provided)Portraits (candid, casual, formal, and underwater)Remotely triggering flashesUsing bounce flash and flash modifiersUsing studio lighting on any budgetBuilding a temporary or permanent studio at homeShooting your first weddingHigh speed photographyLocation scouting/finding the best spots and timesPlanning shoots around the sun and moonStar trails (via long exposure and image stacking)Light paintingEliminating noiseFocus stacking for infinite depth-of-fieldUnderwater photographyGetting close to wildlifeUsing electronic shutter triggersPhotographing moving carsPhotographing architecture and real estate
Author: Tony Phillips Publisher: Lulu.com ISBN: 1312707259 Category : Art Languages : en Pages : 135
Book Description
Master Fuji flash with confidence! If you are in any way uncertain about using flash with Fujifilm cameras, then this book will make it simple for you. It's Advanced Lighting 101 for Fujifilm - including making manual flash a breeze. This book is for ALL Fujifilm "X" camera owners who want to improve their use of flash - both on and off the camera. The tools and techniques discussed apply equally to shooting snapshots, weddings, portraits, travel - in fact any photography where changing the quality of light gets you the desired outcome. The information in this book covers all current "X" cameras including the XE, XT, and X Pro series of interchangeable lens cameras, as well as the unique real high speed flash sync capability available in fixed lens X100/S/T leaf shutter cameras. More details can be found at the Friedman Archives Press website.
Author: Tony Phillips Publisher: Lulu.com ISBN: 1365192091 Category : Art Languages : en Pages : 576
Book Description
If you're uncertain in any way about even one thing your XPro2 does, then save time and money and grab this book. This is EVERYTHING X-Pro2 explained in easy to understand language! It is the Manual on Steroids and much more... In it, I assume you are a photographer, so I don't dive in to the basics of photography (except in an Appendix). Everything comes with clear tutorials and examples. As a bonus (hey! I'm trying to entice you to buy my book!), I give everyone who buys my book a PDF copy of my other eBook "Mastering Flash with Fujifilm X Cameras" - value $9.95 value. Find out how in the book. But Wait... There's also an XLS spreadsheet listing all camera settings with a brief explanation of each, my own recommendations, and space to note your own settings.
Author: Rico Pfirstinger Publisher: ISBN: 9781681983141 Category : Fujifilm digital cameras Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
In this book, popular Fuji Rumors "X-Pert Corner" columnist Rico Pfirstinger teaches about the little-known capabilities of the X100F, which he's discovered through months of in-depth research and experimentation with the camera. After a brief overview of the camera's basic functions, Rico cuts to the chase and provides a plethora of tips and practical instructions not found in the user's manual. With this knowledge, you will be able to fully exploit the capabilities of the X100F. The Fujifilm X-series cameras have amazing features but may require an adjustment period for those new to using these cameras, even photographers who have been lifetime DSLR shooters. This guide will help you to quickly feel comfortable using your camera so that you can achieve excellent results. Topics covered include: - Menu shortcuts - Long exposures - Firmware upgrades - Hybrid autofocus system - Auto and manual focusing - Face detection - Dynamic Range expansion - Film simulations - Custom settings - RAW conversion - Panoramas - Movies - Self-timer - Flash - Conversion lenses - And much more!
Author: Tony Phillips Publisher: ISBN: 9781716598173 Category : Languages : en Pages : 734
Book Description
The best help in the world on the X-T4! Written for Fujifilm's outstanding X-T4 hybrid camera, this is EVERYTHING X-T4 explained in easy to understand language! It is the Manual on Steroids and much more... In it, I assume you are a photographer, so I don't dive in to the basics of photography (except in an Appendix). Everything comes with clear tutorials and examples. So if you're uncertain about anything your X-T4 does, grab this book! It's packed with clear tutorials and examples, with over 900 tips, tricks, and tweaks to help you master photography and videography with your X-T4. This 732-page full-color book: * Is packed with over 900 tips and tricks to help you master photography with an X-T4. * Covers every mode, menu, button, function, switch and socket. * All about the EF-X500 and wireless flash. Includes third-party flashes and the new Fujifilm EF-60 flash and trigger. * Covers Lighting - even Manual flash! * Multiple chapters covering all things video. Plus * Discover all my camera settings - including why I do it that way. * Covers every essential of shooting - like: ISO, Focus, WB, Metering, flash modes - and the more esoteric ones too. * Understand how and why to customize buttons and menus. * Explains why all glass (Fuji lenses) are not born equal. * Read a great treatise to help you master the ins and outs of RAW, and RAW specific shooting. * Included is a 22 page Condensed Guide to the Basics of modern digital photography. PLUS, PLUS, PLUS: Also included is a full list of all my settings, with explanations for why things are set up that way. Plus, in the final Release, there will be author bonuses. Ed. 1 of my Fujifilm Flash book, an XLS spreadsheet with all the camera settings with explanations, and a Phone Companion with all the settings and a summary of each. A $19.95 value right there.
Author: Martin Bodo Publisher: ISBN: 9780964150317 Category : Computers Languages : en Pages : 456
Book Description
THE HARD DRIVE BIBLE, EIGHTH EDITION is the definitive reference book for anyone who deals with personal computer data storage devices of any kind. This comprehensive work covers installations, drive parameters, & set up information for thousands of Hard Disk, Optical, DAT Tape, & CD-ROM Drives. A concise history of data storage devices is followed by the most expansive compilation of technical data offered to the public today. Specifications, drawings, charts & photos cover jumper settings, cabling, partitioning & formatting of disk drives. SCSI commands & protocols are addressed, in addition to chapters revealing the intricacies of different interface standards & common troubleshooting procedures. THE HARD DRIVE BIBLE contains the answers to anyone's questions concerning the purchase, installation & use of modern digital data storage devices. The difficulties caused by compatibility mismatches are addressed & solutions are offered. Also featured are controller card information & performance ratings, as well as valuable tips on increasing drive performance & reliability through software. THE HARD DRIVE BIBLE is published by Corporate Systems Center, one of the leaders in the digital storage device field. A CD-ROM included with the book carries CSC's drive performance test software & formatting tools, as well as thousands of drive parameters, specifications, & technical drawings. To order contact: Corporate Systems Center, 1294 Hammerwood Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94089; 408-743-8787.