Nikon Photography The Complete Manual

Discover the essential Nikon equipment and photography guide! There has never been a better time to be a digital photographer. The equipment available is so diverse it can be a bit overwhelming though. If you are looking to upgrade your camera or take your photography to the next level, then this manual is for you. It has been designed to introduce you to the Nikon range of compact cameras, DSLR’s, lenses and accessories, with clear, concise, no-nonsense information to help you choose what is right for you. 100% unofficial.

THE NIKON GEAR GUIDE • Your essential guide to Nikon cameras and equipment

Know your camera • A quick guide to all the major dials and buttons

The Nikon KeyMission range • Getting into the heart of the action with adventure-proof cameras

KeyMission accessories • Gear up, mount up, and get shooting

Digital compact cameras • Explore the possibilities of shooting and sharing with the Coolpix range of cameras

The Nikon 1 system • Take control with this highly portable and creative camera system

Nikon DX-format DSLRs • From beginners to advanced enthusiasts, Nikon have something for everyone

Nikon FX-format DSLRs • If you are looking for the ultimate in full-frame image quality and performance, then look no more

NIKKOR DX-format lenses • Expand your creativity and choose from a wide range of DX-format lenses for your APS-C DSLR

NIKKOR FX-format lenses • Choose from the world-renowned range of full-frame FX-format lenses from one of the best optical manufacturers in the business

Nikon Speedlights A range of lighting equipment to brighten up your world • There's nothing quite like being able to bring light where it was once dark. Whether you're using the Nikon 1 system or a full-frame Nikon DSLR, a Speedlight flashgun can light up your images, either mounted on-camera or as part of an off-camera lighting setup. Flashguns compatible with the Nikon Creative Lighting System can be operated wirelessly as single or multiple units, when used with any Nikon camera featuring a built-in flash commander mode. How you control light is one of the key methods that lets you excel as a creative photographer. Ambient light will take you so far but a Nikon Speedlight can take you even further, whether it's just one compact flash unit or a whole army of top of the range flashes, used as part of a creative lighting system.

UNDERSTAND PHOTOGRAPHY • Our guide to some photographic essentials

Shooting modes • Choosing the best setting for the correct shooting conditions

Focusing • Getting the best out of your autofocus system

Shutter speed and camera shake • The shutter of your camera is simply a mechanical barrier

Aperture and depth of field • With aperture you can control how much of your picture is in focus

Focal length and zoom • Understanding how focal length works in composing shots

Exposure and metering • Accurate exposure is the key to good photography

TIPS FOR BETTER PHOTOS • Top tips that can help you take better photos

Tips for better photos

NIKON CREATIVE • Learn the techniques that the professionals use

Assignment: Circus 2023 • Planning and executing a themed shoot

Long exposure photography • Take your time and explore this fascinating subject

Selective focus Where blur is beautiful

Explore the macro world • Who needs outer space when you can photograph 'near space'

Outdoor macro photography • Learn more about this fascinating subject

Shallow depth of field • Isolate your subject using narrow depth of field

Gobo, cucoloris and light blockers • Learn how to get creative with light and shadow

Still life and product photography •...