Introduction to the Nikon D80

       
 
If you have just purchased your Nikon D80, the controls on the outside of the camera coupled with all the menus and custom settings can be downright overwhelming. We give you a structure for looking at the controls as well as a repeatable ritual for taking great photos with your new camera. You spent a bundle on this camera. Let it be an extension of your hands rather than a struggle.

 

 

 

   
  The Nikon D80 is a powerful piece of equipment. A solid understanding of its features and controls can really unleash its potential. Once you learn how the camera’s components work together, you’ll have all the tools you need to capture the best image under all conditions.    
    

Understanding AF Area Selections

  
  Topics include:


• Be Prepared (To Get the Shot)


• Shutter Priority


• Aperture Priority/Depth of Field


• Focus Alternatives


• Metering and Bracketing


• White Balance/Color Temperature


• ISO


• Playback Options / Image Review


• Understanding Histograms


• Exposure Compensation


• Flash Overview


• Custom Settings


• Tripods and Telephoto Lenses


• Programmable Buttons


• RAW (NEF) Files


• Composition


• My Menus


• And much more!

 


 

 

Kelvin and Carbon

Bracketing versus Post Processing



Shutter Priority to Achieve the Effect You Want

Self Timer and Delay for Rock Solid Results

 
  Take great pictures with your Nikon D80!  All you need is this training DVD and about 93 minutes, and you’ll have the knowledge and the confidence to create the images you want. The topics are arranged in chapters, so you can move at your own pace, and return later to individual subjects.  

Exploring Depth of Field

Examples as seen through the Viewfinder

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