Sony A7 / A7r: From Snapshots to Great Shots

A Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer and Sony Artisan of Imagery, Brian Smith was among the first professional photographers in the world to use the Sony A7R. His bold, iconic portraits of celebrities, athletes, and executives have appeared in Sports Illustrated, ESPN the Magazine, People, Esquire, Time, Forbes, Rolling Stone, and GQ. His photographs have been exhibited in the Library of Congress, American Museum of Natural History, Chelsea Art Museum, and Aperture Gallery. He is the best-selling author of Secrets of Great Portrait Photography.

It is intended for amateurs to semi-professionals who want to jump into photography with a camera that combines compact size with the performance of a high end DSLR.While the camera manual explains what the camera can do, it doesn't show exactly how to use the camera to create great images! That's where Sony A7 / A7R: From Snapshots to Great Shots comes in. Starting with the top ten things users need to know about the camera, author Brian Smith carefully guides readers through the operating features. Readers get practical advice from a pro on which settings to use when, great shooting tips, and end of chapter assignments. From Snapshots to Great Shots is a beautiful how-to photography series that provides the perfect blend of instruction, inspiration, and reference for specific camera models and photography concepts. Featuring a clear, elegant design; outstanding images that educate and inspire; and a friendly, accessible voice, this series helps photographers get great shots every time they pick up their camera.

Chapter 1: The Sony A7 / A7R Top Ten List: Ten Tips to Make Your Shooting More Productive Right Out of the Box Chapter 2: First Things First: A Few Things to Know and Do Before You Begin Taking Pictures Chapter 3: Full Auto Modes: Get Shooting with the Automatic Camera Modes Chapter 4: Advanced Modes: Taking Your Photography to the Next Level Chapter 5: Portrait Photography: Settings and Features to Make Great Portraits Chapter 6: Moving Target: Tricks to Shooting Sports and Action Chapter 7: Landscape & Streetscape Photography: Tips Tools & Techniques to Get the Best Landscapes & Streetscapes Chapter 8: Mood Lighting: Shooting When the Lights Get Low Chapter 9: Creative Compositions: Improve Your Pictures with Strong Compositional Elements Chapter 10: Advanced Techniques: Take Your Images to the Next Level Chapter 11: Lights, Camera, Action: Getting Professional-looking Video from Your A7/A7R Chapter 12: Adapt My A7/A7R: Len Mount Adapters to Expand Your Camera's Lens Choices