Canon Speedlite System Digital Field Guide - Softcover

McLernon, Brian

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0470560657 ISBN 13: 9780470560655

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, 2010

Synopsis

Detailed coverage of Canon′s four speedlite–580EX II, 430 EX II, 220 EX and the new 270 EX–built exclusively for Canon DSLRs

If you use a digital SLR camera, then you understand just how critical it is to have a capable flash. Canon Speedlite shines a whole new light on taking photos with a Canon DSLR. This full–color, in–depth guide takes you beyond the standard manual that accompanies the Speedlite and shows you the types of settings you can use on your camera when working with the Speedlite.

You′ll explore the possibilities of wireless lighting with multiple speedlites as well as the creative effects you can achieve. Author and professional photographer Brian McLernon demystifies setting up the speedlite, synchronizing the speedlite equipment, and determining lighting ratios.

• Canon DSLRs are only growing in popularity and the Speedlite system is a must–have accessory for exploring a new world of digital photo possibilities
• Shows you how to create an inexpensive and portable wireless studio lighting system that can go where you go
• Demystifies setting up the speedlite, synchronizing the equipment, and figuring out lighting ratios
• Covers other Canon lighting system components, such as the ST–E2 Speedlite Transmitter, Macro Ring Lite, and Macro Twin Lite

Real–world information on using these speedlites illustrated by full–color examples and untangles the complexities of using the Canon Speedlite system.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

Shine a new light on your photography

Learning to properly use the revolutionary Canon Speedlite System is only the first step in creating great flash photographs. This colorful, portable guide teaches you not only about Speedlites but also about the subtleties of lighting and light modifiers and when, why, and how to use them. You′ll explore light placement and styles of lighting for different and creative effects. This book will take you beyond routine use of flash equipment and start you on the path to creating truly dazzling images.

• Learn the features of each component and how to set up Speedlites

• Understand lighting patterns, bounce flash, color temperature, and white balance

• Discover how you can create a wireless studio that goes where your subjects are

• Explore creative suggestions from a working photographer on shooting sports, landscapes, weddings, products, portraits, and more

About the Author:

Brian McLernon is a commercial studio and location photographer and the author of Canon EOS 5D Mark II Digital Field Guide. His photography involves primarily editorial, commercial, corporate, and lifestyle clients. Brian also conducts workshops in photography and lighting and teaches a digital photography class for the Portland (OR) Community College adult education series.

About this edition

• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
• Publication date: 2010
• ISBN 10: 0470560657
• ISBN 13: 9780470560655
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 256