CanonEOS Rebel T5/1200D For Dummies
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About the Authors
Julie Adair King is the author of many books about digital photography and imaging, including the best-selling Digital Photography For Dummies. Her most recent titles include a series of For Dummies guides to popular digital SLR cameras, including the Canon 70D and EOS Rebel T5i. Other works include Digital Photography Before & After Makeovers, Digital Photo Projects For Dummies, Julie Kings Everyday Photoshop For Photographers, Julie Kings Everyday Photoshop Elements, and Shoot Like a Pro!: Digital Photography Techniques. When not writing, King teaches digital photography at such locations as the Palm Beach Photographic Centre. A native of Ohio and graduate of Purdue University, she resides in West Palm Beach, Florida.
Robert Correll is a creative and passionate photographer and author. He loves helping and encouraging others to grow and reach their potential, while having fun in the process! He is an enthusiastic For Dummies author, having written Digital SLR Photography All-In-One For Dummies and several other For Dummies titles on specific dSLR models and HDR photography. He has also written on subjects ranging from shooting with Digital Holga lenses to photo retouching, audio engineering, music production, and photographing moving water.
When not writing and taking photos, Robert enjoys family life, playing the guitar and bass, and recording music. He graduated from the United States Air Force Academy.
Dedication
For my family,
Robert
Authors Acknowledgments
Julie says: I am grateful to once again be paired with Robert, who is not only a gifted author but also a terrific photographer. I'm also deeply indebted to technical editor David Hall and to the editorial team at Wiley, especially Heidi Unger, Steve Hayes, and Laura K. Miller. I am truly blessed to be able to work with such a great group of people.
Robert says: My profound thanks go to Julie, who is an amazing and talented author with great instincts. I have enjoyed every minute of working with her. I would also like to thank Heidi, Laura, Dave, and Steve at Wiley, whose hard work and dedication were instrumental to the production of this book. Many thanks to David Fugate of LaunchBooks for his outstanding representation. Finally, my family supports me, encourages me, keeps me motivated, and loves me. Thank you!
Publishers Acknowledgments
Executive Acquisitions Editor: Steve Hayes
Project Editor: Heidi Unger
Copy Editor: Laura K. Miller
Technical Editor: David Hall
Editorial Assistant: Claire Johnson
Sr. Editorial Assistant: Cherie Case
Project Coordinator: Sheree Montgomery
Cover Image: Front cover image: iStock.com/GlobalStock. Back cover images: Robert Correll
Chapter 1
Getting Up and Running
In This Chapter
Preparing the camera for its first outing
Getting acquainted with camera features
Viewing and adjusting camera settings
Setting a few basic preferences
If you're like many people, shooting for the first time with an SLR (single-lens reflex) camera produces a blend of excitement and anxiety. On one hand, you can't wait to start using your new equipment, but on the other, you're a little intimidated by all its buttons, dials, and menu options.
Well, fear not: This chapter provides the information you need to start getting comfortable with your Rebel T5/1200D. The first section walks you through initial camera setup; following that, you can get an overview of camera controls, discover how to view and adjust camera settings, work with lenses and memory cards, and get our take on some basic setup options.
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