Digital Photography 2E : A Field Guide for Travel and Adventure Photographers, 2nd Edition

* Fully illustrated in color with examples of great and not-so-great photographs.
* New tips on the latest digital techniques: noise reduction and sharpening to minimize image degradation; adjustment layers and layer masks; and use of the flash outdoors.
* Expanded coverage of recent features in Photoshop including the Spot Healing Brush, Image Processor, High Dynamic Range (HDR), and Lens Correction menu.

Description of the latest equipment options such as sensor cleaning tools and the Lensbaby option for selective focus and artistic blurs elsewhere.

A long-time mountaineer and wilderness traveler, Jim Martin is uniquely suited to show us how to make the most of digital photography's advantages for outdoor photography. In this expanded second edition, Martin gives us the latest in technique and equipment innovations while still sticking to the basics: how a digital camera works, special considerations for use and maintenance in the field, and selecting the best equipment and most useful accessories for capturing outdoor action and storing images safely.

Martin presents the new rules of digital photography (why overexpose?) and reminds us of old rules that still apply (light and good composition remain key). He covers the fundamentals of digital editing, including selecting software tools, applying filters, creating the illusion of movement, and stitching photos together to create panoramas.

Herald and News (Klamath Falls, OR)

"Although most digital cameras are easy to operate, they're still a challenge… [and] Digital Photography Outdoors by James Martin is designed to reduce some of the anxiety.

Lexington (KY) Herald-Leader

"There's a wealth of practical advice in this field guide for travel and adventure photographers."

The Sacramento Bee

"Whether you're among the point-and-shoot masses or more advanced, the book will have lasting value. Almost everybody packs a digital camera on outdoor adventures these days. Do yourself a favor and read this before your next outing."

The (Colorado Springs, CO) Gazette

"BONUS: Beautiful enough to be left on the coffee table. BUMMER: So beautiful you may be demoralized by your efforts."

TNS Communications

"One of the strong points, in my estimation, is the author's examples of photos done right and done almost right. The comparisons are vivid learning experiences… If you enjoy capturing excellent outdoor experiences with excellent digital photos you'll value the information that Martin shares. Considering buying or upgrading your digital camera? [Then] consider this book-required reading… Martin tackles the complexities of going digital and, for the most part, dissects the information in understandable terms."

The Midwest Book Review

"[The] premier instructional manual and guide for the use of digital cameras in taking memorable and dramatic photographs in the field… Digital Photography Outdoors provides digital camera users with a wealth of invaluable tips on photographing outdoor subjects in all manner of field conditions. Superbly organized and presented, practical and portable, Digital Photography Outdoors is a welcome and enthusiastically recommended addition to personal, professional, and community library photography instructional reference collections."

The Idaho Falls Post Register

"Whether you're among the point-and-shoot masses or more advanced, [Digital Photography Outdoors] will have lasting value. Almost everyone packs a digital camera on outdoor adventures these days. Do yourself a favor and read this before your next outing."

The Columbian

"[Digital Photography Outdoors] will be appreciated by those serious with a camera."

Longview Washington Daily News

"Those who take their photography as seriously as they do their hiking or fishing can benefit from Digital Photography Outdoors."