The Digital Photography Book, Volume 2

by Scott Kelby
The Digital Photography Book, Volume 2
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124 ratings, 4.15 average rating, 25 reviews (more data...)
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January 5th 2007 by Peachpit Press

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Paperback, 240 pages

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0321524764    (isbn13: 9780321524768)

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Scott Kelby, author of the groundbreaking bestseller “The Digital Photography Book, Vol. 1” is back with an entirely new book that picks up right ...more




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Erin
03/07/08
Erin rated it: 4 of 5 stars

bookshelves: nonfiction, own
Read in March, 2008
recommends it for: amateur photographers; anyone who's recently purchased a digital SLR
There are a lot of great tips in this volume, but it wasn't quite as helpful to me as Volume 1 was. A large portion of Volume 2 is dedicated to setting up your home studio (something that's appealing to me, but not realistic at the present time) and wedding photography. Volume 1 was geared a little more toward the "everyday-joe" amateur, while Volume 2 seems to be geared more toward those who are considering or beginning to go the professional route.

I still found a lot of...more
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Candice
12/12/08
Candice rated it: 4 of 5 stars

bookshelves: nonfiction, photography
Read in December, 2008
recommended to Candice by: http://yanikphotoschool.com/
recommends it for: Amateur photographers who are past the basics and are looking for the next set of great tips
I'd actually give this 4.5 out of 5 stars for a photography book. I had picked it up at Borders once and flipped through it, but ultimately put it back on the shelf because I wanted a book with a bit more meat to it. My mistake. Not realizing it was the same book, I ordered it online after reading a strong recommendation for it on a Santa's Gift Bag post on a photography blog I read. The book lives up to its recommendation.

Great book with useful, one-page/one-scenario tips on how to...more
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Rolf Häsänen
01/03/09
Rolf Häsänen rated it: 4 of 5 stars

bookshelves: photography
Not as many useful tips as volume1 unless you go for studio photography. Still I would recommend you to buy this volume too - well worth it and bring it (& vol1) along on your trips.

Example of my photos after reading the book->

Green Lake - Iceland.jpg

Icelandic Sheep working hard.JPG

Coral in light
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Bruce
03/06/09
Bruce rated it: 1 of 5 stars

Has a copy to sell/swap — Read in February, 2009
recommended to Bruce by: Definitely an enemy.
recommends it for: no one
OMG. Surely the absolute worst, amature photo book I have ever had the misfortune of reading. This self proclaimed photographer, Scott Kelby, does not take pictures, he sells books. Even the models he attempts to shoot(due to his lack of ability, he probably has to hire some underpaid flunkie to do this) are just plain gross. Mr Kelby is an ass, truly an amature, and pathetic for trying to take advantage of those who want to lean something about Digital Photography. Please, do yourself a favor,...more
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Cyril
12/07/08
Cyril rated it: 3 of 5 stars

Read in December, 2008
This book is a sequel to Volume 1. As such, it covers the same territory as the first but goes into techniques a bit more advanced. I read both books straight through, but may have been better served by practicing a bit more before moving on to this volume. The book is clearly written in short sections, and the author's humor remains intact.

The most salient thing that I learned from these two books is that, after spending $1800 on a camera and lens, I'll have to spend $100s, perhaps ...more
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Mark
12/27/08
Mark rated it: 4 of 5 stars

bookshelves: own-it, photography
Read in February, 2008
Really short, but really useful follow-up to Volume 1. This one focuses more on studio/flash lighting, as well as some additional wedding/landscape tips. Kelby does seem to miss some quality gear in more accessible dollar ranges (i.e. Alien Bees lighting, shoot-through umbrellas (he dislikes umbrellas but fails to mention their positive uses). Overall a helpful follow-up and a must read for those starting out.
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Debbie
05/15/09
Debbie rated it: 3 of 5 stars

Read in May, 2009
Much the same as the first Volume in this series, but with added extras. This book covers the same variety of topics, but with slightly different tips, or new things to try for different results.

A great book to dip in and out of, and definitely one that can be used as reference material.

More of Scott Kelby's quirky sense of humour, however I still found this book helpful and informative, and one to try if you're hoping to improve your photography.
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Bader
09/16/08
Bader rated it: 4 of 5 stars (review of other edition)

Read in April, 2009
تعجبني الأعمال المترجمة بإتقان. الكتاب جميل جدًا ومفيد.
يختلف الجزء الثاني عن الأول بالتالي:
- إضافة تذييل عند ذكر أي جهاز أو "ملحقات" يحتوي على ثلاثة أنواع مقسمة على حسب السعر.
- الحديث بتفصيل أكثر عن أنواع من التصوير.
- ليس هناك الكثير من المفردات الإنجليزية عن...more
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Leone
03/30/09
Leone rated it: 4 of 5 stars

bookshelves: photography
I found The Digital Photography Book Volume 2 to be a good source of information on DSLR photography. I don't believe that it was quite as useful as the first volume, but that may be because it spends a lot of time talking about flash and studio lighting for portraits and weddings which I have limited interest in.
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Shari
02/26/09
Shari rated it: 4 of 5 stars

bookshelves: photography
Read in February, 2009
Another good read from Scott Kelby. If you have to choose between Vol I or II go with Volume I. This volume is more additional information but geared for more of the want to be professional rather than just the hobbyist/enthusiast photographer.
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Owen Lindsell
06/08/09
Owen Lindsell rated it: 5 of 5 stars

Read in March, 2009
Small book packed fully of useful tips without rambling.
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Sendhil
01/05/09
Sendhil rated it: 5 of 5 stars

Read in January, 2009
An excellent follow-up to the first book. Must read for Amateur Photographers.
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Goya Bauwens
02/01/09
Goya Bauwens rated it: 2 of 5 stars

bookshelves: photography
Read in February, 2008
Voor 90% de evidentie zelve
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Katie
01/12/09
Katie rated it: 5 of 5 stars

Read in February, 2009
Another book that I can't believe I waited so long to read! I thought this was just as good as the first one and I will be referring to it often.
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Connie
12/16/08
Connie rated it: 4 of 5 stars

Read in January, 2009
Good info for beginners, didn't get through it all, had to return to library and had volume one out as well, so I just skimmed through it.
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Pam
03/02/09
Pam rated it: 5 of 5 stars

Read in January, 2009
This is a fantastic book. Kelby tells you the knitty-gritty "what do I do, what do I push, where to do I shoot from, etc". It's a quick read you can skip around in...great chapter on weddings.
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Brett
03/21/08
Brett is currently reading it

Has a copy to sell/swap — Read in January, 2009
The "buddy-buddy" tone of Kelby's books works very nicely in this compact CONTINUATION of The Digital Photography Book. This book contains New content and I'm enjoying like Volume I.
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Kristen Smith
04/08/08
Kristen Smith rated it: 5 of 5 stars

Scott Kelby writes the best photography books. They are easy to understand, like he's just talking to a friend. I've picked up so many tips from these books.
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Liz
10/29/08
Liz rated it: 5 of 5 stars

Read in January, 2008
recommended to Liz by: Eric
So, here's what I did. I bought volumes 1 & 2, in paperback, and had them spiral bound together. I take them with me and my camera go.
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Robb Christopherson
08/03/08
Robb Christopherson rated it: 4 of 5 stars

If you're interested in learning some tips and tricks for digital photography, you need this book series. Each page has a handy tip.
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