Young, a photographer, author, and information technology engineer, provides advanced amateur photographers a manual on the features and capabilities of the Nikon D600 full-frame (FX), hybrid-digital, single-lens reflex (HD-SLR) camera. He explains its basic setup, its menus, metering, exposure modes, the histogram, white balance, autofocus, autofocus in live view photography, release modes, live view photography mode, movie live view mode, and speedlight flash. He provides information on tasks like changing the battery and removing a lens online, but not in the book. Distributed by O'Reilly Media. Annotation ©2013 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Mastering the Nikon D600 by Darrell Young provides a wealth of experience-based information and insights for owners of the new D600 camera. Darrell is determined to help the user navigate past the confusion that often comes with complex and powerful professional camera equipment.
This book explores the features and capabilities of the camera in a way that far surpasses the user's manual. It guides readers through the camera features with step-by-step setting adjustments; color illustrations; and detailed how, when, and why explanations for each option. Every button, dial, switch, and menu configuration setting is explored in a user-friendly manner, with suggestions for setup according to various shooting styles.
Darrell's friendly and informative writing style allows readers to easily follow directions, while feeling as if a friend dropped in to share his knowledge. The learning experience for new D600 users goes beyond just the camera itself and covers basic photography technique.
