| Understanding Shutter Speed: Creative Action and Low-Light Photography Beyond 1/125 Second | 
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Sales Rank: 1072
Category: Book
Author: Bryan Peterson
Publisher: Amphoto Books
Studio: Amphoto Books
Manufacturer: Amphoto Books
Label: Amphoto Books
Media: Paperback
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 160
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.4
Dimensions (in): 10.9 x 8.2 x 0.5
ISBN: 0817463011
Dewey Decimal Number: 771
EAN: 9780817463014
ASIN: 0817463011
Publication Date: April 1, 2008
Release Date: April 1, 2008
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Product Description
The first book in the Understanding Photography series, Understanding Exposure, was a runaway best-seller, with more than 250,000 copies sold. Now author Bryan Peterson brings his signature style to another important photography topic: shutter speed. With clear, jargon-free explanations of terms and techniques, plus compelling "before-and-after" photos that pair a mediocre image (created using the wrong shutter speed) with a great image (created using the right shutter speed), this is the definitive practical guide to mastering an often-confusing subject. Topics include freezing and implying motion, panning, zooming, exposure, Bogen Super Clamps, and rendering motion effects with Photoshop, all with helpful guidance for both digital and film formats. Great for beginners and serious amateurs, Understanding Shutter Speed is the definitive handy guide to mastering shutter speed for superb results.
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Focusing specifically upon the challenge of photographing subjects in motion or at low light levels June 7, 2008
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
Professional photographer and instructor Bryan Peterson presents Understanding Shutter Speed: Creative Action and Low-Light Photography Beyond 1/125 Second is a handbook for intermediate to advanced photographers, focusing specifically upon the challenge of photographing subjects in motion or at low light levels. Full-color photographic examples illustrate the tips, tricks, and techniques for capturing top-quality images, while the straightforward text imparts a lifetime of expert wisdom in clear and concise terms. "You will always attain the fastest possible shutter speed at any given ISO when you use the largest possible lens opening, and you will be able to attain the slowest possible shutter speed at any given ISO by using the smallest possible lens opening... That well-known cotton candy effect you can get with [waterfall shots] doesn't start until you use apertures of f/16 or f/22." Enthusiastically recommended for expert or professional photographers seeking to refine their camera work.
 Good, but you might need more camera May 26, 2008
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
This book provides a lot of good ideas for shooting more artistic images. Covering a variety of shutter speeds and settings, it does a good job of inspiring you. It also features photos taken using the settings described in the text.
But here's why I gave it only four stars. It's not the author's fault, but you may need more camera to take advantage of some of the suggestions. I use a Sony H5 which falls in between point-and-shoot and full SLR. Even in full manual mode, I'm unable to adjust the aperture past f8. Consequently, longer shutter speeds result in serious overexposure. Again, not the author's fault, just a point to be aware of.
You Have Got to Have it. May 20, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
If you are having difficulty understanding shutter speed this is the book for you. As with all of Bryan's books it is easy to read and understand. I would recommend this book for anyone who loves photography it is a great resource.
Easy to understand May 18, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
For me Understanding Shutter speed made it easy for me to finally get it. I have been using B.Petterson Exposure too and finally got off "Auto". I highly recommend this book...great examples written clearly and understandable.
Enjoyable Writing Style May 15, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Having read "Understanding Exposure" by the same author, I was quick to purchase this book, "Understanding Shutter Speed". I'm not sure exactly how to classify my skills as a photographer, but I'm not a beginner and I'm not a pro, but I truly enjoyed reading this book. It was informative, entertaining, and the illustrations were excellent. I have already experimented with some of the items he discussed like long exposures and sparklers! I would recommend this book, and others, by Bryan Peterson.
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