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| David Busch's Nikon D300 Guide to Digital SLR Photography | 
 enlarge | Author: David D. Busch
Publisher: Course Technology PTR
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  (62 reviews)
Sales Rank: 2005
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Unknown), English (Published)
Media: Paperback
Edition: 1
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 432
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.6
Dimensions (in): 9.1 x 7.4 x 1.2
ISBN: 1598635344
Dewey Decimal Number: 775
EAN: 9781598635348
ASIN: 1598635344
Publication Date: April 15, 2008
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 Some changes next time. June 14, 2008
12 out of 21 found this review helpful
I think overall the book is quite well written. The only suggestion that I have is that there is too much comparison between other models of the Nikon cameras which I felt were not needed. Few people who read this book will have the D3 to be concerned about how it compares to the D300. For some who do not have any of the other models they do not make any difference when trying to learn more about the D300. There is a lot of time spent describing various lenses that could be used with the D300 that is probably not necessary either. To mention the three "always have" lenses is ok, but the rest, in my mind were not needed. Also talking about the various speed lights that are available could be covered in a book specifically about the speed light the user owns and will use with the camera. I purchased the book to learn more about the D300 and it did that plus.
 Best Camera Book Ever June 13, 2008
17 out of 25 found this review helpful
This is simply the best camera guide I have read. It is easy to follow and full of practical, hands on knowledge, not a rehash of the manual.
Excellent guide to the D300 June 11, 2008
27 out of 36 found this review helpful
Where do you start with a camera as feature-rich as a D300? That was the question I asked myself as I started unpacking my new purchase. As a Canon 350D user, I had taught myself the basic differences between the digital and film world, but I still consider myself a long way away from being an expert.
The manual that comes with the D300 is comprehensive and explains how to do everything that the camera can do - but it doesn't tell you why! That's where David Busch's book comes in and why I rate it as one of the best books I have purchased. In each section the comprehensive features of the D300 are explained simply with step by step instructions on how to use a feature or how to get the most out it.
There are also excellent chapters on lens selection and use, on working with the various flash options the D300 offers, advanced shooting tips and suggested settings for the custom menu settings.
If you own a D300, you should own this book.
 Bloated and boring... June 10, 2008
42 out of 91 found this review helpful
I picked up this book while comparing other books on the D300 and I have to say that this book was completely BORING. Drawn-out discussions and overly technical jargon abound in this book. The author presents the material in a pompous manner and considering that his photos are not even GOOD, I have a problem taking his advice seriously.
This book is probably aimed at technical egg-heads and pixel-peepers.
At two and a half pounds and 430 pages this book is definitely not convenient to carry around as a reference guide, but it would be great for protection against someone trying to mug you for your camera.
So, if you need something to put you to sleep at night, or you like to read highly suspect technical jargon go ahead and buy this dog of a book.
No nonsense guide to the D300, and comprehensive. June 10, 2008
23 out of 31 found this review helpful
The Nikon D300 is not a point and shoot camera that you can master straight out of the box. One, regardless of photographic knowledge level, needs to invest time and effort to learn to be comfortable with his new toy. The supplied 450+ pages manual, albeit essential and very useful, does leave a lot to be desired. Besides, a manual is essentially a manual, no suggestions or explanations, and no teaching. To invest in a third-party guide book is a very wise thing to do, but with nearly a dozen titles to choose from out there, this one ranks amongst the highest, along with the great book on the D300 by Thom Hogan [...]. This book is not a rehashed manual with some superfluous additions that contribute little in practical terms. David D. Busch is an established photography writer who does a great job with this title. It teaches you how to get more out of your new D300 and how to unleash the hidden features and abilities of that wonderful camera. I will not go into more detail but in my humble opinion it is a good book and a well spent 20 odd bucks. Comes highly recommended.
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