Understanding Exposure: How to Shoot Great Photographs with a Film or Digital Camera (Updated Edition)

This book has been terrific for me as a new SLR owner. I have gone from a point and shoot camera to an SLR, not really understanding the differences. This book is concise and easy to understand, and I have used it in conjunction with my poorly written camera manual to learn basic photography. It gives easy to understand explanations of aperture, shutter speed, ISO and f-stops and gives examples of when and how to use each of them. I would recommend this book as a learning tool for beginners.

I am reasonably new to photography and out of all of the books I have read, this one would have to be one of the best. I have learnt so much from it.

After reading this book one can most definitely move from a simple point-and-shoot perspective on taking pictures to a more deliberate choice in the process. You'll definitely want a camera that will give you some control after this.

I photograf for a while but in this book I found everything I needed for good shot.

Wow! I have a new Sony digital SLR reflex camera (after having about 4 regular 35 mm slr cameras still sitting around). This book was recommended by someone when I was researching on Amazon for cameras. It is so worth it! Beautiful photos, great easy to understand instructions for over-riding the auto features and getting creative with your photography, suggestions for "exercises" to practice what he is teaching....I just need more time to play with what I am learning. Very motivating!