Sterling Publishing Book: The Complete Guide to Digital Photography, 4th Edition by Michael Freeman

The Complete Guide to Digital Photography has traditionally been one of Sterling's best-sellers on joining the digital revolution. And, with more than 600 illustrations, this completely updated edition contains all the information photographers need to create crisp images every time.

Here are all the most exciting and up-to-date digital technologies. Issues covered include: larger-resolution sensors, built-in image stabilization, the latest improvements in cameras and lenses, printers and inks, and versions of image-processing software such as Photoshop CS3. Other sections present the current developments in workflow managers like Lightroom, as well as analyses of raw-file development.

A discussion of shooting and processing techniques offers advice on everything from portraits to still lifes. Written by one of the most bestselling and knowledgeable authors in the field, it's an indispensable reference.