The digital SLR is now the standard for all keen photographers. In this jargon-busting guide, professional photographer Jon Sparks guides readers through the incredible array of features now seen on almost all modern models. From setting up the camera to managing the finished photograph, this fully illustrated title covers the latest developments in digital technology and explains: basic terminology; the advantages of DSLR cameras; technical operation and key decisions; practical use in the field; digital capture and conversion; saving and sharing. The text is divided into easy-to-follow chapters, with key topics, tip boxes, and numerous color photographs.