Preface/Preview
Q&A you must know before learning

PART 1.
The beginning of taking photos again from the beginning

Section 1.
Photography Basics
01 How to hold the camera and focus
02 Photographing posture
03 How to easily set up your camera and assign custom buttons
04 Learn about the camera's external dial button configuration
05 Differences in Settings Between DSLR and Mirrorless Cameras
06 How to use menu settings for each camera device

Section 2.
Understanding Exposure
01 Concept of exposure
02 Misconceptions about appropriate exposure

Section 3.
Camera shooting mode
01 Understanding the Photo Shooting Modes
02 Understanding Drive Modes

Section 4.
Three factors that determine exposure and expression
01 Understanding and Using Aperture Values
02 Shutter speed
03 ISO sensitivity
04 Stop and Equivalent Exposure

Section 5.
White balance and metering
01 Using White Balance
02 Metering Mode

Section 6.
Photography is light
01 Before knowing the light, let's look at the shadows first.
02 Direct light and diffuse light
03 Characteristics according to light direction

Section 7.
Expression of the photo, color
01 The three primary colors of light
02 The three primary colors
03 Saturation, brightness, and color
04 Color space for photo color expression

Section 8.
Composition and composition of a photograph
01 Frame expression, composition
02 How to compose a photo

Section 9.
genre of photography
01 Landscape Photography
02 Portrait
03 Snapshot (Candid Photo)
04 Press and Sports Photography
05 Ecological Photos
Section 10 Understanding Tone
01 What is Tone?
02 How can I check for detail damage?

Section 11: Contrast for Atmosphere and Direction
01 Brightness Contrast
02 Color Contrast
03 How to adjust brightness contrast

Section 12 Understanding Saturation
01 Effect of photo according to saturation
02 Saturation varies depending on the weather
03 How to adjust saturation in camera

Section 13 Sharpening for Sharper Photos
01 Effect of photo according to sharpening
02 How to set sharpening on the camera

Section 14: Understanding Histograms
01 Understanding Histograms

Section 15 Habits for Improving Your Photography Skills
01 Don't criticize other people's photos, criticize your own.
02 Be diligent and patient
03 Let's look at a lot of pictures
04 If you are new to photography, join a club.
05 Thorough preparation is the key to a successful photo shoot.
06 You need to feel the environment to take good pictures.
07 You need to be comfortable to take good pictures.
08 Create a space to be proud of
09 Let's actively use special filters.
10 Be passionate about photography rather than gear.

PART 2.
Cameras & Lenses, Filters for Taking Good Photos

Section 1 Types and Uses of Digital Cameras
01 The heart of a digital camera, the image sensor
02 How pixels affect a photo
03 Dynamic range and gradation
04 RAW files and JPG files
05 Principles and characteristics of DSLR cameras
06 Principles and characteristics of mirrorless cameras
07 Learn about digital compact cameras

Section 2 Camera Lenses I Need
01 Structure and features of the lens
02 Lens characteristics
03 Types of lenses
04 Checking lens performance

Section 3: From filters to lighting needed for photography
01 Lens Filter
02 External flash for creative lighting
03 A tripod that creates shake-free photos
04 Studio Lighting
05 What criteria should I use to choose a photography monitor?
06 What criteria should I use to choose a photo printer?
07 Other equipment

PART 3.
Real-World Camera Settings for Photography

Section 1 Camera Basic Settings
01 File Format
02 RAW file type
03 JPEG quality settings
04 Aspect ratio
05 Color Space
06 AF assist light
07 Grid Grid
08 Focus Mode
09 Focus Area

Section 2: Basic Photography to Improve Your Perfection
01 Settings for precise focus
02 Minimum shutter speed values ​​you must know for clear photos

Section 3: Establishing the Basics of Practical Photography
01 Adjusting the photo brightness
02 Focus position and appropriate aperture value
03 Tripod Use Guide
04 File Management
05 Cleaning and Storage of the Camera

PART 4.
Taking beautiful flower photos for healing

Section 1 How to Photograph Flowers to Express Their Beauty
01 Preparation and essential information for taking flower photos
02 Unique Flower Photography Techniques
03 Flower photography according to lens focal length
04 Creative Flower Photography Using White Paper
05 Practical Flower Photography

PART 5.
Taking very special portraits

Section 1: The Importance of Focus and How to Use It
01 Where should I focus?
02 How to set focus
03 Natural portrait expressions and poses

Section 2 Choosing between continuous shooting mode and single shooting
01 Utilizing continuous shooting
02 Utilizing single shooting

Section 3 What is light in portrait photography?
01 Understanding and Using Natural Light
02 Understanding and Using Artificial Light
03 Understanding and Using Studio Lighting

Section 4: Using Portrait Lenses
01 35mm lens
02 50mm lens
03 85mm lens
04 70-200mm lens

Section 5: Taking Vivid Photos of Your Child
01 Tips for Taking Good Pictures of Children
02 A good lens for taking pictures of children

Special 1 Model Shoot From Planning to Shooting
01 Deciding on the shooting concept and location
02 Finding a Portrait Model
03 Planning a Shoot
04 Writing a Filming Contract
05 If you find it difficult to visit a location, use a web map.

Special 2 How should ordinary people take pictures?
01 Let's start with a lens with a long focal length.
02 Let's explain the pose and atmosphere in detail.
03 Let's spend as much time talking as we do taking pictures.
04 Be sure to show us the photos you took well.

PART 6.
Taking detailed landscape photos

Section 1: What you need to know for high-quality landscape photography
01 What is landscape photography?
02 Landscape Photography: What to Take and How to Take It?
03 Apps for Successful Landscape Photography
04 Weather Information You Need to Know for Clear Landscape Photos
05 Landscape photo atmosphere according to weather conditions
06 Guide to Choosing the Right Lens for Landscape Photography

Section 2 How to Take Successful Landscape Photos
01 What is landscape photography?
02 Landscape Photography: What to Take and How to Take It?
03 Apps for Successful Landscape Photography
04 Weather Information You Need to Know for Clear Landscape Photos
05 Landscape photo atmosphere according to weather conditions
06 Guide to Choosing the Right Lens for Landscape Photography

Section 3: The Bible of Landscape Photography by Situation
01 How to Take Sunset and Sunrise Photos
02 Street Scene Photography Tips
03 Complex but visible city photos
04 Landscape photo with clouds
05 Snowy landscape photos that will cleanse your heart just by looking at them
06 Panoramic photos that capture the entire view

Section 4: Taking Black and White Photos
01 The meaning of black and white photos
02 Basics of Black and White Photography
03 Landscape seen through black and white eyes
04 Are black and white photos affected by white balance?
05 Camera Settings for Black and White Photography

PART 7.
Taking night photos that are more beautiful than daytime photos

Section 1 How to Take Good Night Scene Photos
01 Basics of Night Photography
02 How to Take Emotional Nighttime Photos (Same for DSLR/Mirrorless Cameras)

Section 2: Taking Photos of Fireworks
01 Fireworks Festival Photography Preparation
02 Changes in fireworks photography depending on shutter speed

Section 3 Night portraits with various moods
01 Night portraits using long exposure
02 Creating a dramatic feeling
03 Intentional noise increase
04 OK for black and white photography too!
05 You can create light as you wish.

Section 4: Moon photos are also OK as background photos!
01 Do you know what a supermoon is?
02 The moon's movement speed is fast
03 Even among budget lenses, a telephoto lens is advantageous.
04 Pay attention to the expression of the texture of the moon.
05 Let's combine the moon and the landscape
Preparing for the 6-month photo shoot

Section 5: Photos of twinkling stars in the night sky
01 Representative methods of taking star photos
02 Learn the essential information for successful star photography.
03 How to take a point-by-point photo
04 How to Take Star Trail Photos
05 Merging star trail photos

PART 8.
Taking pictures of pets and birds

Section 1: How to Take Pictures of Pets
01 Why You Should Take Photos of Your Pets
02 Information to know before taking pictures of your pet
03 Tips for Taking Good Pictures of Pets
04 How to Take a Photo of a Pet Running to Its Owner

Section 2 Bird Photography Bible
01 Good Information to Know Before Taking Bird Photos
02 How to take pictures of birds?

Special 1: Side hustle OK! Try your hand at product photography.
01 Things you must know before taking product photos
02 Preparing to take product photos
03 Practical lighting shooting using studio lighting

20 Great Places to Go Solo / Find

The basics of photography that will improve your photography skills over time.
The basics of photography you need to know to take good photos

You can take pictures without knowing the basics of photography.
However, the gap between those who properly learn the basics and use them to their advantage and those who do not grows wider over time.
This book covers everything from the basics of taking pictures, understanding exposure for taking proper pictures, how to focus as you like, white balance to express white as a hint, understanding the composition of various pictures, and more. It also explains the photography theory and camera settings and operation methods needed to take pictures according to the photographer's intention in an easy-to-understand manner.

Real-world experience teaching you how to use camera lenses and shooting equipment.

With DSLR and mirrorless cameras, you can easily take unique photos that are different from others, even if you know how to use the lenses well.
From basic knowledge of lenses to how to choose the right lens for you, we provide practical examples of taking photos with each lens and tips for taking photos in an easy and friendly manner.
We also introduce how to take long exposure photos using lens filters, practical shooting techniques using external flash, and how to use tripods and even studio lighting.

An encyclopedia of practical photography by subject, including people, landscapes, flowers, night scenes, pets, and birds.

A week before you start shooting, research and read up on photography techniques for the type of subject you want to shoot, such as people, landscapes, flowers, night scenes, pets, and birds.
Then, you will be able to feel the difference between theory and practice and discover problems with the photos you take.
You can see and feel the author's extensive practical shooting experience and know-how through various photos.

Dessen's YouTube video lectures are great to use along with the book.

On author Dersen's YouTube channel, you can find dynamic photography lessons that you won't find in books.
You can find vivid, practical video lectures by the author, including reviews of the latest equipment, night photography, sunrise and sunset photography, comparisons of 35mm and 50mm lenses, comparisons and buying guides for telephoto lenses for portraits, and how to use manual mode.