Canon EOS 7d Mark II for Dummies - Paperback

by Doug Sahlin (Author)

Get great digital shots with your Canon EOS 7D Mark II

This full-color guide to the features and functions of the Canon EOS 7D Mark II makes it easy for first-time users to get the most out of the camera and capture cool, professional-level photos. Packed with examples on how to create eye-popping digital photos, Canon EOS 7D Mark II For Dummies gives you a plain-English tour of the camera's controls, shows how to manipulate focus and color, gives step-by-step instructions on how to shoot better low-light and action shots, and so much more.

Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR) cameras offer full control over exposure settings while also providing pre-sets and auto mode options for beginners. If you're just picking up--or considering buying--a Canon EOS 7D Mark II camera, this fun and friendly guide takes the intimidation out of making sense of the bells and whistles so you can get right down to snapping stunning photos.

• Covers shooting in auto mode and using live view and playback modes
• Explains how to dial in exposure and use lighting controls
• Includes easy tips for printing, posting photos online, and other ways to share images
• Gives you ten photo editing tricks and pro functions

If you're an amateur photographer who wants better-than-entry-level gear, or a pro looking for a budget camera to add to your collection, Canon EOS 7D Mark II For Dummies has the information you need to get more bang for your buck out of this powerful camera.

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Learn to:

• Demystify camera controls and menus
• Take great pictures automatically or in manual mode
• Dial in exposure and fine-tune focus

IN FULL COLOR!

Get great digital shots with your Canon EOS 7D Mark II

Want to capture cool, professional-level photos with your shiny new Canon EOS 7D Mark II? Packed with tips on creating eye-popping digital photos, this full-color guide gives you a plain-English tour of the camera's controls, explaining step-by-step how to manipulate focus and color, get better low-light and action shots, and so much more.

• Say cheese -- get to know your EOS 7D Mark II and find your way through the maze of menu options
• Pixel perfect -- get the lowdown on image size and quality and manage your files like a pro
• Oh, the places you'll go -- from wildlife to landscapes to people, discover how to brilliantly capture your subjects
• Do it live -- find out how to shoot pictures and movies with Live View mode and preview your images on the LCD monitor
• Get creative -- understand how exposure works, use Aperture and Shutter Priority modes, and make the most of custom functions to get truly creative shots

Open the book and find:

• How your camera's controls affect your photo
• The scoop on auto flash, red-eye reduction, and self-timer modes
• Guidance on choosing the optimal settings for specific situations
• Tips for finding your best vantage point
• How to focus on an off-center subject
• Thrifty tips for creating a makeshift tripod
• Steps for adding your name and copyright info to your images

Author Biography

Doug Sahlin operates a professional photography business specializing in event and portrait photography. He's shared his expertise on photo topics in Canon EOS 7D For Dummies and Canon EOS 6D For Dummies.