Photographic Multishot Techniques: High Dynamic Range, Super-Resolution, Extended Depth of Field, Stitching

by Jürgen Gulbins, Rainer Gulbins

Photographers are just beginning to realize the potential of high dynamic range imaging (HDRI). Now, the newest techniques based on a bracketed series of exposures make it possible to go beyond photographers can increase resolution for ultra-sharp, detailed images, and they can extend the depth of field in a way that was never before possible. Photographic Multishot Techniques provides a thorough introduction and is a hands-on guide to these various techniques. Using a series of example images, the authors explain and illustrate the use of each technique. Included are lessons on HDRI, super-resolution, focus stacking, and stitching images. Moreover, the reader will learn how to effectively combine these various techniques to create amazing images. Throughout the book, the authors use tools such as Photoshop, PhotoAcute, Photomatix Pro, FDRTools, CombineZM, DOP Detail Extractor, and Helicon Focus to illustrate the workflow with detailed, step-by-step instructions. Learning to use these cutting-edge techniques is sure to expand the repertoire and improve the photographic skills of the professional, as well as the advanced amateur, photographer.

Genres: Photography

220 pages, Paperback

First published September 15, 2008

Reviews

[Peter Roach · Rating 4 out of 5]

Bought this book as an E-book instead of a paper version to see if the experience of reading an E version of a photographic book was edible. In short yes it is, though the images are not as well presented as on paper. The advantages are that while on a photo trip, I will not have to lug around piles of books for referencing. The E-book is more readable in the dark. Its is easier to search for specific subjects.
This book is well presented, has good examples, starts of easy and gets into technicality in sufficient amounts to be very useful. It does cover a wide range of subjects in good detail. I did pickup some great ideas to try or use regularly, and covered other areas that I was familiar with in detail that was interesting.