David Busch's Nikon D300 Guide to Digital SLR Photography by David D. Busch Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of David Busch's Nikon D300 Guide to Digital SLR Photography
Book Review: A Godsend for this D300 owner
Summary: 5 Stars
I have several competitors' books and dvd's for my D300, I am a writer with not an ounce of techie in me - my camera is used for art and that's how I approach photography. This book WAS A GODSEND!!! The extra large schematics of every LCD and custom menu screen was like water to a parched and frustrated traveler. I only wish I had gotten Busch's D200 book 2 yrs ago for my D200 instead of the dipsy-doodle Elite Video series where you watch a goon in a funny hat and another with big thumbs try and explain the many dials and settings of these magnificent pieces of equipment. Suffice it to say, I bought Busch's book, and immediately called my artist sister who also owns the D300, and said FINALLY a book we can understand with wonderfully articulate text coupled with great graphics. Maybe after I finish this excellent road map, Hogan's guide will make more sense to me. Book Review: Some changes next time.
Summary: 4 Stars
I think overall the book is quite well written. The only suggestion that I have is that there is too much comparison between other models of the Nikon cameras which I felt were not needed. Few people who read this book will have the D3 to be concerned about how it compares to the D300. For some who do not have any of the other models they do not make any difference when trying to learn more about the D300. There is a lot of time spent describing various lenses that could be used with the D300 that is probably not necessary either. To mention the three "always have" lenses is ok, but the rest, in my mind were not needed. Also talking about the various speed lights that are available could be covered in a book specifically about the speed light the user owns and will use with the camera. I purchased the book to learn more about the D300 and it did that plus.Book Review: Best Camera Book Ever
Summary: 5 Stars
This is simply the best camera guide I have read. It is easy to follow and full of practical, hands on knowledge, not a rehash of the manual.Book Review: Excellent guide to the D300
Summary: 5 Stars
Where do you start with a camera as feature-rich as a D300? That was the question I asked myself as I started unpacking my new purchase. As a Canon 350D user, I had taught myself the basic differences between the digital and film world, but I still consider myself a long way away from being an expert.
The manual that comes with the D300 is comprehensive and explains how to do everything that the camera can do - but it doesn't tell you why! That's where David Busch's book comes in and why I rate it as one of the best books I have purchased. In each section the comprehensive features of the D300 are explained simply with step by step instructions on how to use a feature or how to get the most out it.
There are also excellent chapters on lens selection and use, on working with the various flash options the D300 offers, advanced shooting tips and suggested settings for the custom menu settings.
If you own a D300, you should own this book.
Book Review: Bloated and boring...
Summary: 1 Stars
I picked up this book while comparing other books on the D300 and I have to say that this book was completely BORING. Drawn-out discussions and overly technical jargon abound in this book. The author presents the material in a pompous manner and considering that his photos are not even GOOD, I have a problem taking his advice seriously.
This book is probably aimed at technical egg-heads and pixel-peepers.
At two and a half pounds and 430 pages this book is definitely not convenient to carry around as a reference guide, but it would be great for protection against someone trying to mug you for your camera.
So, if you need something to put you to sleep at night, or you like to read highly suspect technical jargon go ahead and buy this dog of a book.