Canon T2i/550D Experience
User’s guide to the Canon Rebel T2i / EOS 550D digital SLR camera
Title: Canon T2i Experience
Author: Douglas Klostermann
Page Count: 85 pages, illustrated
Price: $7.99 (plus 6.25% sales tax for Massachusetts residents)
E-Book Formats: PDF, EPUB, and MOBI – Please contact me directly to purchase
Canon T2i Experience – The Still Photographer’s Guide to Operation and Image Creation is an e book user’s guide for the Rebel T2i / EOS 550D that will help you learn the features, settings, and controls of this versatile camera. It goes beyond the manual to explain not only how but also when and why to use the features, settings, and controls in your photography.
Written in the clear, concise, and comprehensive manner of all Full Stop guides, Canon T2i Experience will help you learn to use your Rebel T2i / EOS 550D quickly and competently, to consistently make the types of images you desire. As one reader has said about Doug’s previous Canon guide:
“The author skillfully unlocks all of the camera’s features and power, while offering clear guidance about how to use them to achieve the camera’s full potential. This is not just an explanation of each feature, but a road-map for their best use, in combination with good photographic technique.”
This instant download Canon T2i / 550D e-book is designed for enthusiast dSLR photographers who wish to take fuller advantage of the capabilities of their camera:
-Go beyond Auto and Program modes and shoot competently in Av, Tv, and M modes.
-Take full control of the powerful autofocus system to capture sharp images.
-Set up your camera with clear explanations and recommended settings for all Menu options and Custom Settings of the T2i / 550D.
-Learn how, when, and why to use and customize the various controls, buttons, and features of the T2i / 550D.
-Understand the various metering modes, exposure compensation, and exposure lock for correct exposure of every image, even in challenging lighting situations.
You can preview Canon T2i Experience at the following link. The preview shows the full Table of Contents, an excerpt from the Introduction, sample T2i / 550D Menu Settings and Custom Functions Settings pages, and sample text pages:
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Canon T2i Experience not only covers the various settings, functions and controls of the Rebel T2i / EOS 550D, but also explains when and why to use them for your photography. The guide focuses on still-photography with an introduction to the movie menus and settings to get you up and running with video. Sections include:
-Setting Up Your Camera – All of the Menu settings and Custom Function settings for the T2i / 550D, including movie mode menus, with descriptions and recommended settings for practical, everyday use. Set up and customize the advanced features of this dSLR to work best for the way you photograph.
-Aperture Priority (Av), Shutter Priority (Tv), and Manual (M) Modes – How and when to use them to create dramatic depth of field, freeze or express motion, or take total control over exposure settings.
-Auto Focusing Modes and Drive Modes – How they differ, how and when to use them to capture sharp images of both still and moving subjects. Also how and when to use focus lock and back-button focusing.
-Exposure Metering Modes of the Canon T2i / 550D – How they differ, how and when to use them for correct exposures in every situation. Also how to make use of exposure lock.
-Histograms, Exposure Compensation, Bracketing, and White Balance – Understanding and using these features for adjusting to the proper exposure in challenging lighting situations.
-Lenses – Explanation of Canon lenses and choosing your next lens.
-Composition – Tips, techniques, and explanations, including the creative use of depth of field.
-The Image Taking Process – A descriptive tutorial for using the settings and controls you just learned to take still and action photos.
-Photography Accessories – The most useful accessories for day-to-day and travel photography including those specific to the T2i / 550D, plus recommended photography books.
-Introduction to Video Settings – Basic settings and explanations to get you started with HD video.
This 85 page digital guide to the Canon T2i / 550D an illustrated e-book that goes beyond the manual to explain how, when, and why to use the features, settings, and controls of the T2i / 550D to help you take control of your camera and the images you make!
Title: Canon T2i Experience
Author: Douglas Klostermann
Page Count: 85 pages, illustrated
Price: $7.99 (plus 6.25% sales tax for Massachusetts residents)
E-Book Formats: Available in three e-book formats to choose from – Please contact me directly to purchase.
PDF format for reading on your computer or printing on your printer using the latest version of Adobe Reader. Or transferring and reading on some e-readers and most tablet devices. PDF is the most versatile format. Instructions for transferring a PDF to an iPad or e-reader device are on the FAQ Page. (Please note that the PDF security settings may prevent transfer to a Kindle or Playbook. Please contact me for a MOBI or EPUB version if you encounter this issue with your PDF on your e-reader device/ tablet.)
EPUB format for reading on a Nook, Sony Reader, other e-reader device, or on the iPad using iBooks. Or on an Android tablet (Galaxy, Xoom, Playbook, etc.) using an ePub reader app such as the free OverDrive Media Console. Or viewing on your computer with free Adobe Digital Editions software. (EPUB not able to be printed on your printer.) If you are unable to transfer or read the EPUB on your Kindle, please contact me for a MOBI format version of the book.
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What Readers are saying about Doug’s Full Stop Canon Guides:
A Must-Have Accessory – What a great addition to my bag. This is a well written, full body of work that explains, in plain English, how to get the most out of my new camera. Doug provides the knowledge and experience to bring you to the next level. I look forward to learning more every time I open the book.
-Steven
Definitely reduces the slope of the learning curve to an easy gradient – I found that it was easy to read and understand, full of important hints and suggestions and allowed me to get to grips with the tools available in the camera in a very short time indeed. Excellent value!
-O.B.
Great for New T3i Owners – This is an excellent resource for new T3i owners. In my case, I was upgrading from a Rebel XT so I appreciated the “just the facts” point of view. Overall, a great resource – highly recommended!
-S. Wheeler
Quite a Helpful Book – It is a great foundational teaching on the camera and was a lot of help in getting me comfortable with the controls. I also found the personal experiences and thoughts shared by the author to be quite helpful. I have recommended and will continue to do so.
-J.S.B.
It really made using the Canon Rebel T3i very simple – I also liked the fact that it is in pdf format, which means I can keep it on my iPhone or iPad while I’m out in the field. The price is right, the product is sound and most of all, the information is useful.
-Michael M.
Excellent T3i Learning Jump Start – The book and author do not disappoint. There are so many helpful and practical tips shared and in terms I can understand as a novice.
-Cathryn C.
Amazing! – Great and easy to understand and very complete. Very highly recommended. The guy REALLY knows what he’s talking about.
-P.M.
Awesome Book – Bought this book right after I got the camera – was the best decision I made. It shows the key points of setting up and taking images with the Canon T3i. I am a novice when it comes to dSLR’s and I still felt this book helped me a ton. Would highly recommend it to anyone.
-Sean S.