David Busch's Canon EOS 90D Guide to Digital Photography is your all-in-one comprehensive resource and reference for the advanced Canon EOS 90D camera.
This upgraded 32.5 megapixel APS-C model features a 45-point autofocus system. The Dual Pixel CMOS hybrid autofocus brings lightning-fast phase detect AF to live view and high-definition movie modes, too. The 90D's metering system includes a 220,000-pixel RGB+Infrared sensor with Face Detection for accurate exposure control. The 90D has Wi-Fi/ Bluetooth connectivity to allow linking the camera to a computer and iOS or Android smart devices, and an improved swiveling touch screen LCD. With this book in hand, you can quickly apply all these advanced features to your digital photography, while boosting your creativity to take great photographs with your Canon EOS 90D.
Filled with detailed how-to steps and full-color illustrations, David Busch's Canon EOS 90D Guide to Digital Photography covers all this upscale camera's features in depth, from taking your first photos through advanced details of setup, exposure, lens selection, lighting, and more, and relates each feature to specific photographic techniques and situations. Also included is the handy 90D "roadmap," an easy-to-use visual guide to the camera's features and controls. Learn when to use each option and, more importantly, when not to use them, by following the author's recommended settings for every menu entry.
With best-selling photographer and mentor David Busch as your guide, you'll quickly have full creative mastery of your camera's capabilities, whether you're shooting on the job, as an advanced enthusiast, or are just out for fun. Start building your knowledge and confidence, while bringing your vision to light with the Canon EOS 90D today.
Table of Contents
Chapter Page
Preface x
Introduction xi
Chapter 1 Thinking Outside the Box 1
First Things First 1
Initial Setup 6
Battery Included 6
Final Steps 9
Chapter 2 Quick Start 15
Navigating the Menus 15
Mastering the Touch Screen 16
Selecting a Shooting Mode 18
Choosing a Metering Mode 21
Choosing a Focus Mode 21
Selecting an AF Area/Point Selection Mode 22
Other Settings 23
Adjusting ISO 23
Using the Self-Timer 23
Using the Built-in Flash 24
Taking a Picture 25
Reviewing the Images You've Taken 25
Cruising Through Index Views 27
Transferring Photos to Your Computer 27
Shooting Tips 28
Chapter 3 Your 90D Roadmap 35
Using Cross References 35
Front View 36
The Canon EOS 90D's Business End 39
Jumping Around 45
Going Topside 45
LCD Panel Readouts 47
Underneath Your 90D 48
Lens Components 49
Looking Inside the Viewfinder 51
Chapter 4 Nailing the Optimum Exposure 53
Getting a Handle on Exposure 54
Equivalent Exposure 58
How the 90D Calculates Exposure 59
Correctly Exposed 59
Overexposed 60
Underexposed 61
The Importance of ISO 62
Choosing a Metering Method 63
Choosing an Exposure Method 64
Basic Zone Exposure Methods 65
Aperture-Priority 65
Shutter-Priority 67
Program Mode 69
Manual Exposure 70
Adjusting Exposure with ISO Settings 72
Dealing with Visual Noise 73
Making EV Changes 74
Fast EV Changes 75
Slower EV Changes 75
Bracketing Parameters 76
Bracketing Auto Cancel 77
Bracketing Sequence 77
Number of Exposures 78
Increment Between Exposures 78
Working with HDR 80
Using HDR Mode 80
HDR Backlight Control 81
Bracketing and Merge to HDR 83
Fixing Exposures with Histograms 86
Tonal Range 87
Histogram Basics 88
Understanding Histograms 89
Basic Zone Modes 93
Making Changes in Basic Zone Modes 95
Chapter 5 Mastering the Hysterias of Focus 99
How Focus Works 99
Contrast Detection 100
Phase Detection 102
Dual Pixel CMOS AF 104
Cross-Type Focus Point 105
Focus Modes 108
Adding Circles of Confusion 108
Your Autofocus Mode Options 110
One-Shot AF 110
AI Servo AF 111
AI Focus AF 111
Selecting an AF Area Selection Mode 112
AF with Color Tracking 114
Other Important AF Parameters 115
Back-Button Focus 116
Activating Back-Button Focus 117
Fine-Tuning the Autofocus of Your Lenses 118
Lens Tune-Up 120
Chapter 6 Choosing Your Lens Arsenal 125
But Don't Forget the Crop Factor 125
Your First Lens 126
Buy Now, Expand Later 128
What Lenses Can You Use? 131
EF vs. EF-S 132
Ingredients of Canon's Alphanumeric Soup 133
Select EF Lenses 135
More Winners 136
What Lenses Can Do for You 138
Zoom or Prime? 139
Categories of Lenses 141
Using Wide-Angle and Wide-Zoom Lenses 142
Avoiding Potential Wide-Angle Problems 143
Using Telephoto and Tele-Zoom Lenses 144
Avoiding Telephoto Lens Problems 146
Telephotos and Bokeh 147
Chapter 7 Shooting and Playback Menus 149
Anatomy of the 90D's Menus 149
Shooting Menu Options 151
Shooting Menu Options (Live View Mode) 152
Shooting Menu Options (Movie Mode) 153
Image Quality 153
Still Image Aspect Ratio 156
Image Review 157
Release Shutter without Card 157
Lens Aberration Correction 158
Flash Control 162
Exposure Compensation/Automatic Exposure Bracketing 165
ISO Speed Settings 166
Auto Lighting Optimizer 167
Highlight Tone Priority 168
White Balance 168
Custom White Balance 169
White Blance Shift and Bracketing 171
Color Space 172
Picture Style 174
Long Exposure Noise Reduction 183
High ISO Speed Noise Reduction 184
Dust Delete Data 185
Live View Shooting 185
Multiple Exposure 186
HDR Mode 189
Interval Timer 189
Bulb Timer 190
Anti-Flicker Shooting 190
Mirror Lockup 190
Lens Electronic MF 192
AF-Assist Beam Firing 192
Playback Menu Options 193
Protect Images 193
Rotate Image 194
Erase Images 195
Print Order 195
Photobook Set-up 197
Creative Filters 197
RAW Image Processing 199
Creative Assist 200
Red-eye Correction 201
Create Album 201
Cropping 201
Resize 202
Rating 203
Slide Show 203
Set Image Search Conditions 204
Image Jump with Main Dial 205
Playback Information Display 206
Highlight Alert 208
AF Point Disp 208
Playback Grid 208
View from Last Seen 208
Chapter 8 Networking 209
Connecting to a Smartphone via Bluetooth 210
Connecting to a Smartphone Using Wi-Fi 211
Connecting to a Computer Using Wi-Fi 213
Wi-Fi Connection Using an Access Point 214
Printing from a Wi-Fi Printer 215
Uploading to a Web Service 216
Connecting to Wireless Remote Control 216
Geotagging 217
Ready to Go 220
Chapter 9 Set-up, Custom Functions, and My Menus 223
Set-up Menu Options 223
Select Folder 224
File Numbering 225
Auto Rotate 226
Format Card 226
Auto Power Off 227
Display Brightness 227
Screen Off/On Button 227
Date/Time/Zone 228
Language 229
Video System 229
Touch Control 230
Beep 230
Headphone Volume 230
Battery Info. 230
Sensor Cleaning 232
Mode Guide 233
Feature Guide 233
Help Text Size 233
Viewfinder Display 234
INFO. Button Display Options (Viewfinder Mode) 234
Shooting Information Display (Live View Mode) 234
HDMI Resolution 234
HDMI HDR Output 235
Multi Function Lock 235
Custom Shooting Mode (C1/C2 Modes) 236
Clear All Camera Settings 236
Copyright Information 238
Manual/Software URL 239
Certification Logo Display 239
Firmware 239
Custom Functions Menu 240
C.Fn I-1: Exposure Level Increments 241
C.Fn I-2: ISO Speed Setting Increments 241
C.Fn I-3: Bracketing Auto Cancel 242
C.Fn I-4: Bracketing Sequence 242
C.Fn I-5: Number of Bracketed Shots 242
C.Fn I-6: Safety Shift 243
C.Fn I-7: Exposure Compensation Auto Cancel 244
C.Fn I-8: AE Lock Metering Mode After Focus 244
C.Fn II-1: Tracking Sensitivity 244
C.Fn II-2: Acceleration/Deceleration Tracking 245
C.Fn II-3: AF Point Auto Switching 246
C.Fn II-4: AI Servo 1st Image Priority 246
C.Fn II-5: AI Servo 2nd image Priority 246
C.Fn II-6: Lens Drive when AF Impossible 247
C.Fn II-7: Select AF Area Selection Mode 247
C.Fn II-8: Limit AF Methods 248
C.Fn II-9: AF Area Selection Method 248
C.Fn II-10: Orientation Linked AF Point 248
C.Fn II-11: Initial AF Point, AI Servo AF 249
C.Fn II-12: Auto AF Point Selection: EOS iTR (Color Tracking) AF 249
C.Fn II-13: Manual AF Point Selection Movement (Viewfinder Shooting) 249
C.Fn II-14: AF Point Display During Focus (Viewfinder Shooting) 250
C.Fn II-15: VF Display Illumination 250
C.Fn II-16: AF Microadjustment 250
C.Fn III-1: Warnings in Viewfinder 251
C.Fn III-2: Dial Direction During Tv/Av 251
C.Fn III-3: Custom Controls 251
C.Fn III-4: Retract Lens on Power Off 252
C.Fn III-5: Audio Compression 253
Clear All Custom Func. (C.Fn) 253
My Menu 253
Chapter 10 Mastering Live View and Video 255
Live View Shooting Menus 255
Metering Timer 256
Exposure Simulation 256
Touch Shutter 256
Shutter Mode 257
Focus Bracketing 257
AF Method 258
Eye Detection AF 259
Continuous AF 259
Lens Electronic Manual Focus 259
MF Peaking Settings 260
Using Touch Focus/Touch Shutter 260
Touch Focus 260
Touch Shutter 261
Live View Displays 261
Shooting Information Display 263
Shooting Movies 264
Movie Mode Shooting Menus 266
Movie Recording Quality 266
Sound Recording 268
Movie Digital IS 268
Time-lapse Movie 269
Remote Control 269
Video Snapshot 269
Movie ISO Speed Settings 269
Movie Auto Slow Shutter 270
Metering Timer 270
HDMI Information Display 270
AF Method 271
Movie Servo AF 271
Eye Detection AF 271
Lens Electronic Manual Focus 271
Movie Servo AF Track Sensitivity 271
Movie Servo AF Speed 271
MF Peaking Settings 272
Exposure Options 272
Formats, Compression, and Frame Rates 273
MP4 Format 273
Compression 273
Frame Rate 274
High Frame Rate Video 274
HDR Movies 275
Video Snapshots 275
Shooting Movies with Creative Filters 277
Playback and Editing 279
Prams Grabs 280
Chapter 11 Mastering Light 281
Continuous Lighting Basics 281
Living with Color Temperature 284
Electronic Flash Basics 285
How Electronic Flash Works 285
Ghost Images 287
Avoiding Sync-Speed Problems 288
Determining Exposure 290
Guide Numbers 291
Getting Started with Electronic Flash 292
Flash in Other Modes 292
Flash Range 293
Red-Eye Reduction and Autofocus Assist 294
Flash Exposure Compensation and FE Lock 294
More on Flash Control Settings 296
Flash Firing 296
E-TTL II Metering 297
Red-eye Reduction 297
Slow Synchro 297
Built-in Flash Settings 298
Using Flash Mode. 299
External Flash Function Setting 301
Learning about MULTI Flash 302
Continuous Shooting Priority 304
External Automatic/External Manual (Ext.A/Ext.M) 304
High-Speed Sync 305
Flash C.Fn Settings 307
Clear Settings 307
Working with External Electronic Flash 308
Speedlite 600EX-RT/600EX II-RT 309
Speedlite 580EX II 311
Speedlite 470EX-AI 312
Speedlite 430EX III-RT 313
Speedlite 320EX 313
Speedlite EL-100 314
Speedlite 270EX II 315
Close-Up Lites 315
Chapter 12 Wireless Flash Basics 317
Wireless Evolution 317
Elements of Wireless Flash 318
Flash Combinations 318
Controlling Flash Units 319
Why Use Wireless Flash? 321
Key Wireless Concepts 321
Which Flashes Can Be Operated Wirelessly? 322
Getting Started 323
Setting Up a Master Flash/Controller ("Sender") 325
Using the Built-in Flash as an Optical Master 326
Using a Speedlite as an Optical Master 328
Using the ST-E2 Transmitter as an Optical Master 329
Using the Speedlite 600EX-RT/600EX II-RT as Radio Master 330
Using the Speedlite 430EX III-RT as Radio Master 331
Using the ST-E3-RT as Radio Master 331
Choosing a Channel 332
Working with Groups 333
Ratio Control 334
Remote Release Function/Linked Shooting 337
Chapter 13 Advanced Shooting 339
Continuous Shooting 339
More Exposure Options 342
A Tiny Slice of Time 342
Working with Short Exposures 343
Long Exposures 346
Three Ways to Take Long Exposures 346
Working with Long Exposures 347
Delayed Expsoures 351
Self-Timer 351
Time-Lapse Movies 351
Interval Timer Shooting 355
Focus Bracketing 356
Chapter 14 Troubleshooting and Prevention 361
Updating Your Firmware 361
Official Firmware 362
Upgrading Your Firmware 362
Protecting Your LCD 364
Troubleshooting Memory Cards 365
All Your Eggs in One Basket? 365
What Can Go Wrong? 367
What Can You Do? 368
Cleaning Your Sensor 369
Dust the FAQs, Ma'am 369
Identifying and Dealing with Dust 370
Avoiding Dust 371
Sensor Cleaning 373
Index 377
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
With more than two million books in print, David D. Busch is the world's #1 best-selling camera guide author, with more than 100 guidebooks for Nikon, Canon, Sony, Olympus, Pentax, and Panasonic cameras, and many popular books devoted to digital photography and imaging techniques. His best-sellers include Digital SLR Cameras and Photography for Dummies, which has sold more than 300,000 copies in five editions, and Mastering Digital SLR Photography, now in its Fourth Edition.
The graduate of Kent State University is a former newspaper reporter/photographer, and operated his own commercial photo studio, shooting sports, weddings, portraits, fashion, architecture, product photography, and travel images. For 22 years he was a principal in CCS/PR, Inc., one of the largest public relations/marketing firms based in San Diego, working on press conferences, press kits, media tours, and sponsored photo trade magazine articles for Eastman Kodak Company and other imaging companies. His 2500 articles and accompanying photos have appeared inside and on the covers of hundreds of magazines, including Popular Photography, Rangefinder, and Professional Photographer.
Softcover. 2020. Unabridged edition. Illustrated, w/Index. 9" L x 7" W. 400 pages. Brand New.