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images, and camera specs are also behind the times). An updated version
would be welcome for the intended audiences, and I would most likely rate
that book 4 to 5 stars.
Because this book is a broad introductory text, and does not go in-depth
into any topic, use of the word "Mastering" in the title, not to mention
trademarking this one word, is inappropriate.
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A thoroughly detailed, "user friendly" tutorial, April 14, 2004
Reviewer: Midwest Book Review
Mastering Digital Photography And Imaging by digital photography expert
Peter K. Burian is a full-color, thoroughly detailed, "user friendly"
tutorial to making the most of a digital camera or scanner, as well as
affordable image-editing software. Specifically intended to aid digital
imagers of all skill and experience levels, the individual chapters
include cogent and practical advice for selecting the right scanner,
image-editing software, and printer, techniques for getting high-quality
scans from prints, slides, or negatives, professional-quality methods for
fine-tuning digital images, and so much more. Mastering Digital
Photography And Imaging is confidently recommended as a truly superb
all-around reference, resource, and self-teaching tool.
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A basic guide, May 16, 2005
Reviewer: Al Marit
I must admit that the book title had me fooled. The cover looked stunning
and I believed that this would be a book that would, indeed, help one to
engage deeply in digital photography.
However, the book turned out to be little more than a basic primer on
getting started in digital photgraphy. In fact, it didn't go into
sufficient detail on anything and, despite the excellent paper stock and
beautiful color photographs, was an extremely disappointing buy.
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misleading title, November 19, 2004
Reviewer: john
this book is very very basic, most of what is covered ( software current
cameras etc.)will be out of date soon. do not expect to learn anything
regarding taking better pictures ( shutter speed , mastering the light
meter , etc. ). if you have absolutly no idea of how - what or why
regarding digital cameras then this book is for you , but if you have any
knowledge then pass up on this book
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Covered what you want to know about digital photography. , August 26,
2004
Reviewer: Angus Lai
I carefully read through the book and found it is a very informative tool
that gives the readers a lot of tips and advices.
For readers who like to buy or upgrade digital equipment, there are
chapters that listed major considerations and technology differences of
equipment categories. For readers who already own digital equipment, the
book shows you how to optimize your equipment to get the best result.
Readers who like to improve photography would found advices of taking
better pictures, and technique of digital darkroom.
The book explained complicate but important concepts in simple language,
with deep enough detail. I found the book easy to read and very helpful. I
had a lot of "I see" and "Now I know why/how" while I read through the
book.
If you are new to photography or moving from film to digital, this is a
must-read book for you.
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A digital gold mine, April 8, 2004
Reviewer: Dr. Wayne Lynch
When it comes to digital technology I'm still operating in the Cretaceous
Period and yet I found this book easy to understand,
comprehensive and a pleasure to read.
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