Canon EOS 40D is 200 pages in length and covers seven chapters.
Chapter 1, "Camera Technology," shows you how the Canon EOS 40D is a
high performance camera that leaves very little to be desired in the
way of options. It contains all of the professional features that a
consumer would want in a camera and a lot more. This chapter explains
what setting you should use to get the best results and which you
should avoid at all costs. It targets what you really need to know.
Chapter 2, "Autofocus and Exposure," goes into what is needed to get
that great shot. Most of the problems with bad exposures are from the
user and not the camera. By using the highly accurate focusing
mechanisms and the four basic metering abilities, you should be able to
get the right shot every time.
Chapter 3, "The Camera's Exposure Modes," moves on to mastering
automatic aperture and shutter speed controls by using the cameras
various exposure modes to provide you with a lot of ability to use your
camera effectively.
Chapter 4, "Flash Photography," explains how the flash exposure
system works on the 40D. By using the built in flash system or using a
compatible accessory flash unit, you will see how to make flash
photography as easy as shooting in the daylight.
Chapter 5, "Using Interchangeable Lenses," shows how using the some
of the 70 interchangeable lenses Canon makes, or the ones that numerous
other manufacturers have available, can really take your photography to
the next level.
Chapter 6, "Camera Accessories," explores the realm of other items
that can enhance your use of the 40D. Things like filters - including
neutral, color, and polarizers. Close-up lenses, flash units,
stand-alone disk drives, camera bags, and camera shades are all
included in this discussion.
Chapter 7, "Camera Output," explains that even though you can use
in-camera enhancement capabilities, you would be better off to perform
them off camera using specialized programs. Topics included here are
data transfer, image optimization, photo printing, presenting your
images, and archiving your images.
Clearly aimed at the new user, Canon EOS 40D provides an
excellent jumping off point for someone who is trying to understand
this complex piece of technology. It will be a comfort to those who are
just starting out with this DSLR, and it provides a lot of fundamental
knowledge complete with color illustrations. There are probably some
good tidbits for those who have been working with their camera for a
while as well.
For amateur and "new to digital" alike,
Canon EOS 40D will
provide you with the knowledge and insight on what you need to know to
operate your new camera. If you are new to DSLRs and want to learn how
to work your 40D, then
Canon EOS 40D should get you off and running.
