As a high-end entry-level DSLR camera, the Nikon D5100 offers full HDR capability as well as new and creative options. This handy, portable guide walks you through how to make the most of the D5100's enhanced night vision shooting, automatic HDR system, and enhanced audio capability. Veteran digital photographer and author J. Dennis Thomas shows you how to capture everything from amazing still photos to cinematic-quality movies with the new 1080p HD video.
- Walks you through the essential controls, features, and functions using step-by-step instructions
- Features inspiring full-color photos as well as helpful full-color images of each menu screen
- Teaches you how to adjust white balance, autofocus, exposure, and choose various lenses and then goes on to explain when and why to adjust each of these settings
- Includes amazing examples and shares tips and tricks to capturing portraits, candids, sports, travel, macro photography, and more
- Serves as a refresher guide to the principles of digital photography by covering the essentials of lighting, composition, and exposure
- Includes a free gray/color checker card helps you achieve accurate white balance and color in all your photographs
If you're ready to go beyond the basics with your Nikon D5100, then this book is just what you need in order to produce amazing photos.
From the Author: Uncommon Techniques to Add Interest
 Barber Pole |  Praying Mantis |  Boston Terrier |
There's a common theme that runs through these three images, and that is that I used uncommon techniques to make them more interesting. Sometimes thinking outside of the box can add that something extra to your photos that makes people take notice.
In the first image with the barber pole that I shot on South Congress Avenue in Austin Texas, I mixed different shapes, leading lines going in multiple directions, and opposing colors to make an odd combination that adds a wacky element to the image, which makes it a little more intriguing. The image was shot with a Nikon 35mm f/1.4 lens with the camera settings of 1/2000 at f/1.4 and ISO 100.
The second image is a praying mantis that I found hanging around in a bush in my backyard. I used backlighting to silhouette the insect for an almost ominous effect that adds to the odd alien-like features of the mantis. In addition, I used a technique that's very common in photography that is called framing. This is where you use elements from the scene to surround the main subject to make it stand out even more. Using the background foliage to create a dark frame around the background of the insect, which is extra bright, really draws attention to the main subject. For this shot, I used a Nikon 85mm f/3.5 VR macro lens with the camera settings of 1/160 @ f/18 and ISO 1600.
In this third image of a Boston Terrier named Clementine, I used a bit of backlighting, but the main technique is getting down and shooting from a low angle. Being bipedal and much taller than dogs, we humans tend to look down on them and when we take photographs, oftentimes we continue this trend. Looking up at a dog isn???￠?￠a?????￠a???￠t the norm so it adds something interesting to the photo. The Vari-angle LCD of the D5100 is a real help when framing shots like this! The other thing that I did to make the image more interesting was using wide-angle perspective distortion and an odd angle to add a little tension to the shot. This photo was taken with a Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 OS with the camera settings of 1/30 @ f/2.8 and ISO 400.
Keep your mind and eyes open, break some rules, and make your images a little off-kilter to keep things fresh!
From the Author: Top 5 accessories for the D5100
1. Nikon ME-1 Stereo Microphone: Although the inclusion of full-time AF on Nikon HDSLRs was a great feature, there was one very obvious problem, the on-camera mic picked up the noise of the lens autofocusing. The only way to combat this problem is to get the mic up and away from the lens. Nikon's new ME-1 microphone mounts right in the hot-shoe and allows you to record video without the noise of the AF system working. Another big plus is that unlike the built-in mic, the ME-1 records in stereo!
2. SanDisk Extreme Pro SDHC UHS-1: If you're going to be shooting video or stills at a high burst rate, you need a fast card. This is the fastest SD card on the market. Available in 8, 16, or 32GB. Not only do these cards speed up your shooting process, they make downloading to your computer lightning fast as well.
3. NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G: This is by far the coolest lens to have in your bag. The fast aperture makes it awesome for shooting in low-light and great for artistic shallow depth of field shots. It weighs almost nothing making it a snap to carry, and the price is just the icing on the cake, at just around $200 there is no better lens you can get for the D5100.
4. Black Rapid RS-4 strap: In my opinion these are the only straps to have. The Black Rapid slings over your shoulder, letting the camera hang by your side. You can quickly grab it, slide it up the nylon strap and be ready to shoot in seconds. Unlike traditional straps, the camera weight isn't on your neck, which can create tension headaches and neck strain. This is the slickest and most comfortable strap on the market.
5. Naneu Pro Military Ops Echo X camera bag: If you're looking for a comfortable camera bag with easy access, look no further. This is a messenger style bag that allows you to slide it around and quickly grab your camera. The Echo X is styled so that it doesn't look like a camera bag, which is perfect if you're worried about being targeted by thieves. These bags are heavy duty and come with a lifetime warranty. The one time I had a problem with a Naneu Pro bag the quickly shipped me a replacement strap. A very stand-up company. They make a complete line of camera and laptop bags. Check them out.
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Super HMC-These outstanding filters offer revolutionary performance in light transmission and color balance. 12 layers of Super Multicoating are applied to the surfaces of the Skylight 1B and UV(0) models, which produces an average transmission of 99.7%! Coupled with maximum surface precision, this allows increased resistance to flare and stunning images can be recorded at wide apertures without compromising the performance of your lenses. Our ultra thin Circular Polarising filters have seven layers of Multicoating applied to their rear surface to eliminate internal reflections and ghosting. Advanced thin selective film is used to guarantee perfectly polarised light with neutral color balance. Their slim profile of just 5mm avoids any vignetting problems and makes them ideal for use with wide angle lenses. There is no front female thread, but they do accept our push-on lens caps. HOYA Super HMC filters will appeal to the most demanding of photographers who require the ultimate in performance.
Corel? Paint Shop Pro? Photo X2 is the ideal choice for any aspiring photographer s digitaldarkroom. Fix brightness color and photo flaws in a few clicks; use precision editing toolsto create the picture you want; give photos a unique exciting look using hundreds ofspecial effects and much more! Plus the NEW one-of-a-kind Express Lab helps you quicklyview and fix dozens of photos in the time it used to take to edit a few. Paint Shop ProPhoto X2 even includes a built-in Learning Center to help you get started it s the easiestway to get professional-looking photos - fast!5Format: WIN 2000XPVISTA Genre: PRODUCTIVITY UPC: 735163116250 Manufacturer No: PSPPX2ENPC
The Nikon Action series 8 x 40 ultrawide view binocular features quick and smooth central focusing. The precision-aligned, sharp multicoated optics provide bright, clear images, and aspherical lenses help to eliminate distortion. The binocular offers a field of view of over 400 feet at 1,000 yards. This full-size binocular weighs 24 ounces and measures 4.8 by 6.7 by 2.25 inches.
100% guaranteed completely compatible with ALL of the following Panasonic OEM USB cables: VFA0453, VFA0454, K2KZ4CB00010, K1HA09BD0001, K1HA05CD0014 and K1HA05CD0005. Premium version USB A to Mini B 5 pin cable. Gold plated connectors for corrosion resistance ensuring consistent and reliable conductivity. Includes a ferrite core to filter out signal noise and reduce transmission errors. Fully shielded to protect against external signal interference. The USB 5-Pin Mini-B cable connects your USB-ready computer or USB hub to a digital camera or other portable device that uses a 5-pin USB mini-B connector, such as an MP3 player or PDA. This cable is designed and manufactured to USB specifications to ensure that it delivers its excellent performance. Absolutely guaranteed to meet or outperform the much more costly cables out there selling for 2 or 3 times as much! Flexible, superior strain reliefs for a lifetime of dependable, pliable, durability, even when used in the tightest workstation environments. Please note that this cable is specifically designed to be compatible with an absolute multitude of manufacturers. The supplied list of Panasonic cameras index is believed to complete and up-to-date. However, there are just too many other manufacturers to list. If you have not located your Panasonic camera model number in the index provided above, PLEASE click the image provided on the selling page to enlarge and compare the image to your specific device connector before you click to buy. We may also supply additional compatibility information for you via email. Or just go ahead and buy with confidence: Covered by our Risk-free, unconditional, 10-day, 100% No-hassle money back guarantee!
The motion detection feature allows you to record only when something is happening saving battery life and memory.? The Spy Digital Alarm Clock DVR can also be used as a web camera with using the included driver.? A remote control is also included which will allow you to start the camera from up to 60 feet away.? The recordings are saved to a removable SD card ( 4 GB microSD card not included).? The DVR can support up to a 32 GB microSD card.? The unit allows you to have total video memory storage of 240 minutes.? Video is recorded using the Samsung color camera at a resolution of 640x480 in AVI format at 30 FPS.? Photos are taken in JPG format with a resolution of 1280x960.? Just connect the clock to the USB port on your computer and you are ready to see the video with Windows Media Player (may require a codec) or pictures using your favorite JPG viewer.?
This DVD is not for novice photographers. It assumes you have a working knowledge of digital photography and the controls on your camera. As an example, our section on color management is not a step by step process of how to calibrate your equipment, but a real world discussion of the major stumbling blocks you are likely to encounter as your image moves from the camera through your editing software, and on to a printer, a magazine, or the web. Marc Aguilera tours around the world speaking on color management. We are indeed fortunate that Marc took the time to give us this introduction. 
Blue Crane Digital s dvd will teach you all you need to know about taking great pictures with your Nikon D80 in less than two hours. The topics are arranged in chapters, so you can move at your own pace, and return later to individual subjects. This DVD not only gets you up and running with confidence, it explains what the engineers had in mind when they designed the outside dials and controls. Youll come back to this video again and again. Topics include:, Be Prepared (To Get the Shot), Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority/Depth of Field, Focus Alternatives, Metering and Bracketing, White Balance/Color Temperature, ISO, Playback Options / Image Review, Understanding Histograms, Exposure Compensation, Flash Overview, Custom Settings, Tripods and Telephoto Lenses, Programmable Buttons, RAW (NEF) Files, Composition, My Menus, and much more.
Transcend 16GB Class 10 SDHC Flash Memory Card (TS16GSDHC10E) - Frustration Free Package Certified Frustration-Free Packaging has certified this product's packaging is Frustration-Free. A Frustration-Free Package is easy-to-open and comes without excess packaging materials such as hard plastic 'clamshell' casings, plastic bindings, and wire ties. It is exactly the same as a traditionally packaged product--we've just streamlined the packaging to be opened without the use of a box cutter or knife and will protect your product just as well as traditional packaging during shipping. Products with Frustration-Free Packaging can frequently be shipped in their own boxes, without the need for an additional shipping box. .Product FeaturesCompatible with all SDHC-labeled host devices (not compatible with standard SD)RoHS compliantEasy to use, plug-and-play operationFully compatible with SD 3.0 StandardsShips in Certified Frustration-Free PackagingTechnical DetailsBrand Name: TranscendModel: TS16GSDHC10EMemory Storage Capacity: 16 GB
The Bushnell 10x50 wide-angle PowerView binoculars combine contemporary styling and design with traditional Bushnell quality and durability. They are easy to use and feature Porro prisms. They offer 10x magnification and a field of view of 341 feet at 1,000 yards. Insta-Focus enables you to focus on your desired object with the single touch of your finger. Black rubber armoring ensures that these binoculars can sustain active use. Bushnell's 10x50 wide-angle PowerView binoculars include a carrying case and a neck strap for convenience and comfort on the go.
With the Nikon GP-1 GPS Geotag Adapter Unit, geotags can be added to your images so you can record latitude, longitude, altitude and time information. Thanks to modern satellite technology, it's now simple to review locations of photographs, or even plot locations on maps.
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One of the most frustrating problems facing any digital photographer is the inability to fit an entire group of people or 
Light rays which are reflected by any surface become polarised and polarising filters are used to select which light rays enter your camara lens. They allow you to remove unwanted reflections from non-metallic surfaces such as water, glass etc. They also saturate colors and increase contrast. Polarizers come in two variations but have the same effect. Linear polarizers work with older camera meters; Circurlar polarizers are designed for today's newer split-beam metering systems used in auto focus cameras. Check your camera's manual. Hardened Glass: Hardened optical glass that has 4 times the breaking strength in ANSI standardized testing (ANSI Z80.3 : 2001) where a steel balls of varying size and weight were dropped from a height of 50 inches onto the glass. High Transparency Polarizing Film; The polarizing film is the same as that used in the latest high definition LCD TV screens. It has 25% higher light transmission than standard polarizing film used in current photographic filters. Hardened 8 Layer Waterproof Multi-Coating That is Scratch & Stain Resistant: Newly developed industry leading 8-layer multi-coating yields an average light transmission rate of 99.35% between 400 and 700nm (visible spectrum). These coatings greatly reduce reflections off the surface of the glass allowing you tocapture more light in your photos. As with all HOYA multi-coatings,HD HMC is applied in a furnace at high heat, bonding the coating to the
Brand new Junior Drake Nikon Signature Stud Purse. Dustbag included.
The The EN-EL7 is a rechargeable lithium-ion battery for use exclusively with Nikon digital cameras. It can be recharged repeatedly using the MH-56 Battery Charger. With this battery you can take approximately 250 images on your COOLPIX camera. For use with the Nikon Coolpix 8800. Item Specifications: Product Description: Nikon EN EL7 camera battery - Li-Ion Dimensions (WxDxH): 1.4 in x 0.6 in x 2.2 in Weight: 2.5 oz Battery: Camera battery - rechargeable - lithium ion Capacity: 1100 mAh
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A high-energy rechargeable lithium-ion battery. EN-EL3a delivers the power to shoot up to 2,500 images on a single charge
Crumpler's 7 Million Dollar Home is built to hold a digital SLR w vertical grip kit lens attached, approximately 3 extra lenses, external flash unit and basic accessories.
The Nikon EH%2D62A AC Adapter is designed to supply uninterrupted power for your camera while downloading pictures to your computer%2C for extended work in a studio%2C or while viewing images while connected to your TV or VCR%2E Fits Nikon Coolpix P5100%2F P80%2E
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Understanding the Nikon Flash SB800 and SB600 - A thorough overview of the the Nikon flash system featuring these two excellent flash units. Covers details on all functions and how to use them.![Apple Aperture 2.1.1 [OLD VERSION]](/41furv3ZiFLSL500.jpg)
Developed in consultation with pro photographers, Aperture 1.1 offers increased computer and camera compatibility. This Universal version of Aperture allows you to run Aperture on both PowerPC-based and the new Intel-based Macintosh computers, including MacBook Pro. In addition to enhanced compatibility, Aperture 1.1 also provides a variety of significant performance and feature enhancements, including: Improved RAW Image Quality RAW Fine Tuning - Boost, Sharpening and Chroma Blur Auto Noise Compensation New Color Meter Enhanced Export Controls In addition to all of the above, Aperture 1.1 also offers dozens of additional reliability and performance improvements in such areas as image export, metadata handling, onscreen proofing, histogram, cropping, printing, web output, Query HUD, and others. You ll find performance improvements particularly noticeable in keyword searching and when using the Lift & Stamp tool. Finally, for those of you who use Aperture hand-in-hand with Photoshop, you ll appreciate improved handling of layered Photoshop files. Aperture 1.1 now allows you to manage layered Photoshop files without having to needlessly create additional flattened versions. Designed from the ground up for professional photographers, Aperture provides everything you need for after the shoot, delivering the first all-in-one post-production tool for photographers. Featuring a RAW-focused workflow, Aperture makes RAW as easy as JPEG, letting you import, edit, catalog, organize, retouch, publish, and archive your images more effectively and efficiently than ever before. From capture to output, you work directly with your RAW files, never having to first convert them into another format before viewing, adjusting, organizing, or printing them.
Give your Xbox 360 wireless controller the power it needs! This Mad Catz MOV547320 package includes a 650mAh rechargeable battery pack and a USB charging cable! This Mad Catz MOV547320 is built just for the Xbox 360 controller so you don't have to worry if the battery pack will fit. Get the edge and power you need to conquer any game out there. Recharge your Xbox 360 wireless controller with a USB port from your Xbox 360 or your computer. LED indicator.
EIKO Microstar 18% Gray Advanced MicroFiber Cleaning Cloth is great for scratch free cleaning of sensitive glass and plastic surfaces.Also serves double duty for photographers as a highly portable and folding 18% gray card for determining exposure.Lifts fingerprints, water, oil and dirt from eye glasses, camera lenses, etc.Machine washable.Made from 50% polyester and 50% nylon.Measures 7.89 x 7.89 inches.
RE) NIKON CAPTURE NX2 FULL VERSION
Crumpler's 4 Million Dollar Home. A fully-padded photo bag with two configurable dividers. This bag is suitable for a compact digital SLR twin lens kit and basic accessories. You require a shoulder bag that provides a protective environment for your photo and or video equipment that doesn't scream photo bag
Featuring Brett Froomer, Joe McNally and Galen Rowell. You will learn more in 30 minutes than you could in months of experimentation on your own.
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Bring your photographic subjects closer with this Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS Image Stabilizer Telephoto Zoom Lens. It is designed with Canon's Optical Image Stabilizer technology and is compact and light. This high zoom ratio lens is equivalent to a focal length of 88-400mm in the 35mm format (when used on Canon EOS cameras compatible with EF-S lenses). The image stabilizer effect is equivalent to a shutter speed about 4 stops faster than the same size lens without Image Stabilizer. In other words, if the slowest shutter speed you could formerly hold a 250mm lens steadily was 1/250th of a second, with Canon's 4-stop stabilization correction, you could hand-hold at shutter speeds as slow as 1/15th of a second. It also uses a UD-glass lens element to correct chromatic aberration for excellent image quality throughout the zoom range. Filter Size - 58mm Max. Diameter - x Length 2.8 in. x 4.3 in./70 x 108mm (maximum lens length) Weight - 13.8 oz./390g Canon 1 year limited warranty
2 Pack of EN-EL8 Battery for NIKON
Lowepro's Vertex 300 AW premium backpack for the serious adventure bound photographer or sports photojournalist; this series is made for the outdoors. Capacity for 1-2 Pro digital SLRs, large 35mm or medium format system, 6-8 lenses (up to a 400mm f2.8, tripod or monopod, flash and digital accessories.
Go all day with the lightweight, comfortable Fastpack 250 backpack. It protects your digital SLR and 15.4 widescreen notebook compactly while providing generous storage for your other gear. Side-entry compartments let you quickly grab equipment and accessories, even while you're on the move. Customize the easy-to-access main compartment with adjustable dividers. Capacity for 1 digital SLR with a
USB to 5-Pin Mini USB Type B Cable
A complete, full-color guide to all the elements of dSLR photography
The Barska Accu Grip Handheld Tripod System is a convenient way to shoot stable pictures with your camera. Now you won't have to take another blurry shot. Easily mounted to any camera, the handheld tripod system's non-slip finish provides a sturdy grip along with a greater range of motion. The Accu Grip can be mounted to a tripod for additional extension and grip. It is even compatible with spotting scopes and binoculars that are tripod adaptable.
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Another made-for-video sequel to a Disney masterpiece. As with the Beauty and the Beast and Pocahontas sequels, most of the recognizable vocal talents return, creating a worthwhile successor to the highest-grossing animated film ever. We pick up the story as the lion king, Simba (voiced by Matthew Broderick), and Nala (Moira Kelly) have a new baby cub, a girl named Kiara (Neve Campbell). Like her father before, she seeks adventure and ends up outside the Pridelands, where lions loyal to the evil Scar (who died in the original) have lived with revenge in their hearts. The leader, Zira (a spunky turn from Suzanne Pleshette), schemes to use her son Kovu (Jason Marsden) to destroy Simba. As luck with have it, Kiara has bumped into Kovu and fallen in love.
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Nikon's Capture NX 2 software is a full-featured, nondestructive photo-editing program that gives photographers all the tools they need to quickly and easily edit their photographs. Also available in a full version, the upgrade software--which requires a valid serial number from v1.x--offers such editing features as color control points, selection control points, an auto-retouch brush, and shadow/highlight adjustment. 
Powerex' new IMEDION line of NiMH rechargeable AA batteries feature a unique extremely low discharge design. Unlike ordinary NiMH rechargeables, which will loose a significant amount of their charge within just weeks, the unique chemistry of Powerex' IMEDION batteries allows them to retain up to 85% of their charge after a whole year of storage. Powerex rechargeble AA batteries are a favorite among professional photographers, with the highest rated "True Capacity" in the marketplace. These new IMEDION batteries are no exception and with their 2400mAh "True Capacity" rating, will outperform comparably rated batteries. With their unique low-discharge design, IMEDION batteries will actually provide longer battery life than regular NiMH rechargeable batteries of a much higher capacity rating in any device that is used intermittently over a period of time. Free storage case included.
Dedicated battery charger for the NIKON EN-EL1 Battery - used with numerous Coolpix digital camera models