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May 16, 2015 12:41:47 #
Two good books I recommend are David Busch's guide to the D3200 and "National Geographic Complete Photography". Busch's guide is a much better manual than the one that comes with the camera, and the Geographic book is a good Photography 101 course.
Welcome to the forum, and enjoy your new camera!
Welcome to the forum, and enjoy your new camera!
May 16, 2015 12:47:06 #
jrushphoto wrote:
RTFM. Really? Grow up. How can that be anything but offensive? Your response would have actually been helpful without that.
I really am sorry! I made the comment in a moment of irritation and regretted it later. But I do have a problem with the manner in which the OP asked the question; too curt and impatient. Oh, and when I interpret the acronym, I substitute a much less offensive word, often "forgotten" instead of the gutter language. My apologies to the OP and the other members of the forum.
May 16, 2015 13:10:39 #
MarkD wrote:
Two good books I recommend are David Busch's guide to the D3200 and "National Geographic Complete Photography". Busch's guide is a much better manual than the one that comes with the camera, and the Geographic book is a good Photography 101 course.
Welcome to the forum, and enjoy your new camera!
Welcome to the forum, and enjoy your new camera!
MarkD, I have David Busch's Guide to the Nikon D7000 and yes, it is better than the user manual that comes with the camera. Also, Julie King's D3200 For Dummies should be very helpful. I am waiting for a D750 for Dummies if such a book is ever written. ~FiddleMaker
May 16, 2015 13:22:01 #
jrushphoto
Loc: Flint, MI
Mogul wrote:
I really am sorry! I made the comment in a moment of irritation and regretted it later. But I do have a problem with the manner in which the OP asked the question; too curt and impatient. Oh, and when I interpret the acronym, I substitute a much less offensive word, often "forgotten" instead of the gutter language. My apologies to the OP and the other members of the forum.
If I have any type of philosophy in life it is that the measure of a man is not the mistakes he makes (because we ALL make them) but what he does about them. Kudos to you, Mogul, for stepping up. Well done.
May 16, 2015 13:25:21 #
jrushphoto wrote:
If I have any type of philosophy in life it is that the measure of a man is not the mistakes he makes (because we ALL make them) but what he does about them. Kudos to you, Mogul, for stepping up. Well done.
Makes me proud to be part of this community!
May 16, 2015 13:29:47 #
jrushphoto wrote:
If I have any type of philosophy in life it is that the measure of a man is not the mistakes he makes (because we ALL make them) but what he does about them. Kudos to you, Mogul, for stepping up. Well done.
I concur :thumbup:
May 16, 2015 14:48:54 #
Try the Great Courses online
For$ 80 you can watch Joel Sartore, a Nat Geo master, and learn a LOT about photography
For$ 80 you can watch Joel Sartore, a Nat Geo master, and learn a LOT about photography
May 16, 2015 15:00:37 #
Welcome to UHH. This is a wonderful resource for answers to questions about all things related to photography. The vast majority of posters are sincerely willing to be helpful and share knowledge and experience. You might also check out any videos regarding Nikon D3200 on Youtube. You can usually find great hands on "how to" videos on Youtube. Shoot with the camera as often as possible to get familiar with it. Good luck and have a lot of fun with your new toy.
cameradummy wrote:
I just bought a used Nikon D3200 with a 18-105 lens and a couple of extra batteries - I have a lot to learn as I have not used anything but "point & shoot" cameras since the '70s.
Any advice will be appreciated.
Any advice will be appreciated.
May 16, 2015 15:07:01 #
cameradummy wrote:
I just bought a used Nikon D3200 with a 18-105 lens and a couple of extra batteries - I have a lot to learn as I have not used anything but "point & shoot" cameras since the '70s.
Any advice will be appreciated.
Any advice will be appreciated.
no books, no youtube, learn by doing, the more mistakes you make, the more you will learn not to repeat same mistakes
May 16, 2015 15:46:54 #
Welcome to the forum. Ask all the questions that you want. There are many here who are willing and able to help. Post some pics too.
Jack
Jack
May 16, 2015 16:14:55 #
amfoto1
Loc: San Jose, Calif. USA
Yes, in spite of some previous posts, you should read the camera manual. It's a good starting point.
I also highly recommend you get one of the guide books specific to your particular camera. That will complement the manual. I always make a point of getting a guide book for any new camera, because it helps get up to speed using it fully, as quickly and easily as possible.
Search in "Books" on Amazon.com for "Nikon D3200"... You'll probably find several guides. I imagine there are a number of good ones, but can personally vouch for any written by David Busch, Michael Guncheon or Charlotte Lowry. Check out the reviews for other authors.
I also highly recommend getting a copy of Bryan Peterson's "Understanding Exposure", which is a more general book about SLR/DSLR photography and making best use of practically any camera.
Beyond that, I bet there are some good tutorials online. Start with the Nikon website, of course, but some of the big retailers such as B&H Photo and Adorama are also hosting excellent "learning centers" on their websites.
Join a local photography group and go out shooting with them. There's no substitute for practice and it can be a lot of fun learning with a group like that. Meetup.com is a good place online to find groups local to you.
Take a class... online or in person... whichever works better for you.
Also use these forums to ask questions when you get stuck on something. There's a wealth of knowledge here!
I also highly recommend you get one of the guide books specific to your particular camera. That will complement the manual. I always make a point of getting a guide book for any new camera, because it helps get up to speed using it fully, as quickly and easily as possible.
Search in "Books" on Amazon.com for "Nikon D3200"... You'll probably find several guides. I imagine there are a number of good ones, but can personally vouch for any written by David Busch, Michael Guncheon or Charlotte Lowry. Check out the reviews for other authors.
I also highly recommend getting a copy of Bryan Peterson's "Understanding Exposure", which is a more general book about SLR/DSLR photography and making best use of practically any camera.
Beyond that, I bet there are some good tutorials online. Start with the Nikon website, of course, but some of the big retailers such as B&H Photo and Adorama are also hosting excellent "learning centers" on their websites.
Join a local photography group and go out shooting with them. There's no substitute for practice and it can be a lot of fun learning with a group like that. Meetup.com is a good place online to find groups local to you.
Take a class... online or in person... whichever works better for you.
Also use these forums to ask questions when you get stuck on something. There's a wealth of knowledge here!
May 16, 2015 17:41:22 #
cameradummy wrote:
I just bought a used Nikon D3200 with a 18-105 lens and a couple of extra batteries - I have a lot to learn as I have not used anything but "point & shoot" cameras since the '70s.
Any advice will be appreciated.
Any advice will be appreciated.
Welcome to UHH and congratulations on your new gear. The 18-105mm is a nice lens, very versatile.
"David Busch's Nikon D3200 Guide To Digital SLR Photography" and/or "Mastering The Nikon D3200" by Darrell Young will help you learn your camera.
When you're ready to move off Auto and P the book "Understanding Exposure" by Bryan Peterson will explain the exposure triangle and how to use it to get a perfect exposure.
Have fun.
May 16, 2015 22:05:05 #
jpgto
Loc: North East Tennessee
Welcome. If I can give you any input that makes sense, try to find a Photo Meetup group in your area or a local camera shop that has classes related specifically to your camera and general classes for all sorts of shooting information. Some are free some you must pay for. When I started with my 3000, upgraded to the 5000 then to the 7000 I learned alot from this type of environment. Then I found UHH which has been a plethora of information. Lastly, as my mentor has said to me many times, shoot, shoot, shoot and shoot some more and practice, practice and you know the rest. Don't be afraid we all make mistakes but that is what makes us better. Good luck, have fun, enjoy. Jeff
PS I invite you to visit our meetup website Milfordphoto.com/meetup in Milford, CT
PS I invite you to visit our meetup website Milfordphoto.com/meetup in Milford, CT
May 17, 2015 01:15:51 #
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