Speedliter's Handbook: Learning to Craft Light with Canon Speedlites

Product Description
Getting your Canon Speedlite to produce the light you need can be a real challenge. For those new to flash photography—or for anyone who has previously given up out of frustration—Speedliter’s Handbook is a revelation. Photographer Syl Arena takes you on a journey that begins with an exploration of light and color, moves through a comprehensive discussion of the Canon Speedlite family and all of the accessories and equipment available to the Speedliter, then settles down to crafting great light in one photo shoot after another. Whether you want to create a classical portrait, shoot an event, or simply add a little fill light to a product shot, Speedliter’s Handbook shows you how.

A fantastic in-depth resource illustrated with over 500 images, Speedliter’s Handbook covers:

* how to see the various characteristics and properties of light itself, as well as the differences between how your camera sees versus how you see
* all the buttons and dials of the entire Canon Speedlite family
* the basics of on-camera flash…and the necessity of getting your flash off the camera
* how to beautifully balance flash with the existing ambient light
* all the equipment necessary for great Speedlite shots
* how to get amazing shots with just one Speedlite
* how and when to use E-TTL versus manual flash
* the use of color gels to balance color, as well as create dramatic effects
* how to tame the sun—or any really bright light—with hi-speed sync
* and much, much more

Whether you’re shooting portraits, events, or sports, Speedliter’s Handbook is an essential resource that teaches you how to craft the light you need for any type of shot you want.
From the Back Cover

Product review:
By : Michael Hajek

Simply put, the best book/reference tool that I have seen to date on speedliting (regardless of brand). So much great information, presented in an easy to understand manner, and with terrific explanations as to the why behind Syl's methods and choices. Canon shooters in particular will absolutely love this volume. The author clearly spent a great deal of time and effort creating this book which is evident in the amount and quality of examples, both the photos and the fabulous "syllustrations". Great reference books only come from a combination of knowledge and passion for the subject, and it is clear after reading this book over the last two days that Syl has both in abundance. Worth every penny.Speedliter's Handbook: Learning to Craft Light with Canon Speedlites

Glasses Seller Photo

I am always interested in photographing human interest because it is unique, naturally without artificial, her expression is. Photographing human interest many factors to be considered as a theme what would you pick, where, what was done, and something unique / interesting what can be highlighted from human activity.

Photos of human interest me figure above describes a man who worked in the market salling glasses naughty, he lived hard work, the business is not how but he's through with tergar and not give up. I use a Nikon D60 and lenses from Nikon 55-200mm (a telephoto lens is cheaper but no less)

Nikon D3100 14.2MP Digital SLR Camera

Nikon D3100 14.2MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AF-S DX VR Nikkor Zoom Lens



Nikon's affordable, compact and lightweight Nikon D3100 digital SLR features a high-resolution 14-megapixel CMOS DX sensor, high-quality 3x NIKKOR 18-55mm VR image stabilization zoom lens and intuitive onboard assistance including the learn-as-you grow Guide Mode.

Capture beautiful pictures and amazing Full HD 1080p movies with sound and full-time autofocus.

Easily capture the action other cameras miss with a fast start up time, split-second shutter release, 3 frames per second shooting and 11-point autofocus.

Capture pictures and make movies in near darkness with an ISO range of 100 to 3200 (expandable to 12800-Hi2). EXPEED 2, Nikon's new image processing engine, assures breathtakingly rich image quality, managing color, contrast, exposure and noise.

One-touch Live View and movie recording lets you see the action on the 3-inch monitor and the Scene Recognition System automatically chooses the ideal settings.

You can also select from 6 Automatic Exposure Scene Modes: Portrait, Landscape, Child, Sports, Close-up or Night Portrait for stunning results in otherwise challenging conditions.

Active D-Lighting restores picture-enhancing detail in shadows and highlights.

A built-in pop-up flash is ready for those times when there just isn't enough light and in-camera image editing allows creative freedom and effects, without the need for a computer.


Nikon D3100 Highlights

• 14.2-megapixel DX-format CMOS Image Sensor
• Includes 3x 18-55mm Zoom-NIKKOR VR Image Stabilization Lens
• Full 1080p HD Cinematic Video
• Easy-To-Use
• Compact and Lightweight Design
• Split-second Shutter Response
• Fast 11-point Autofocus System
• ISO sensitivity 100-3200, expandable to ISO 12800 equivalent
• 3-inch monitor
• Scene Auto Selector
• EXPEED 2
• Scene Recognition System in Live View
• 6 Automatic Exposure Scene Modes
• Active D-Lighting
• Picture Control
• Automatic Image Sensor Cleaning
• Built-in pop-up flash
• In-camera Image Editing

Compatible Lenses

* AF-S and AF-I: All functions supported
* Type G or D AF NIKKOR without built-in autofocus motor: All functions except autofocus supported. IX NIKKOR lenses not supported.
* Other AF NIKKOR: All functions supported except autofocus and 3D color matrix metering II. Lenses for F3AF not supported.
* Type D PC NIKKOR: All functions supported except autofocus and some shooting modes.
* AI-P NIKKOR: All functions supported except autofocus and 3D color matrix metering II.
* Non-CPU: Autofocus not supported. Can be used in exposure mode M, but exposure meter does not function.