Written in the clear, concise, and comprehensive manner of all Full Stop guides, Nikon D7200 Experience will help you learn to use your D7200 quickly and competently, to consistently capture the types of images you desire. As one reader has said about Doug's previous Nikon guide:

Take control of your camera and the photos you create!

For dSLR users from Enthusiast to Experienced:

For Intermediate and Enthusiast Photographers: This instant download Nikon D7200 e book is designed to help you take fuller advantage of the capabilities of your camera. It covers basic dSLR camera functions and exposure concepts for those learning digital SLR photography, and explains more advanced camera controls and operations for experienced enthusiasts.

• Go beyond Auto and Program modes and shoot competently in A, S, and M shooting modes.

• Take full advantage of the sophisticated 51 point autofocus system and its Focus modes, AF-area modes, and Custom Settings - for sharp focus of still or moving subjects.

• Set up your camera with clear explanations and recommended settings for all Menu options and Custom Settings of the D7200.  

• Learn how, when, and why to use and customize the controls, buttons, and features of the D7200 to best fit your shooting needs.

• Understand the various metering modes, exposure compensation, and exposure lock for correct exposure of every image, even in challenging lighting situations.

For Experienced Photographers coming to the D7200 from the D7100, D5200, etc., this guide explains the new and advanced features in order to quickly get you up and running and taking advantage of these capabilities, including the sophisticated autofocus system, the camera controls, the in-camera HDR, Multiple Exposure, and Interval Timer shooting features, and the 1.3x crop mode. It introduces the improved video capabilities, and guides you through all the Playback, Shooting, and Setup Menus, Custom Settings, and Movie Mode Menu settings of the D7200 in order to help you best set up the camera and its controls for your specific shooting needs, and includes the helpful, comprehensive Nikon D7200 Set-Up Guide spreadsheet created by the author.

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Nikon D7200 Experience not only covers the various settings, functions and controls of the Nikon D7200, but it also explains when and why to use them for your photography. The guide focuses on still-photography with an introduction to the movie settings and menus to get you up and running with HD video. Sections include:

• Setting Up Your D7200 - All of the D7200 Custom Settings and Playback, Shooting, and Setup Menus, including Movie Mode Menus, with explanations and recommended settings for practical, everyday use. Set up and customize the advanced features of your dSLR to work best for the way you photograph.

• Camera Controls - An explanation of all the camera controls, buttons, and Information Display, including the helpful i Button. Plus customizing the controls for your specific shooting needs.

• Aperture Priority (A), Shutter Priority (S), and Manual (M) Modes - How and when to use them to create dramatic depth of field, freeze or express motion, or take total control over exposure settings.

• Auto Focusing Modes and Area Modes and Release (Drive) Modes - The 51 point D7200 autofocus system is a powerful tool, and taking control of it will enable you to successfully capture more sharp images, especially in action situations.  Learn the AF Modes, AF Area Modes, and AF Custom Settings, how they differ, how and when to take advantage of them to capture both still and moving subjects. Plus how and when to use focus lock, and taking advantage of the 1.3x crop mode.

• Exposure Metering Modes of the Nikon D7200 - How they differ, how and when to use them for correct exposures in every situation, and how to customize them for your needs. Also how to make use of exposure lock.

• Histograms, Exposure Compensation, Bracketing, and White Balance - Understanding and using these features for adjusting to the proper exposure in challenging lighting situations. Plus using the new Spot White Balance feature in Live View, and setting a custom white balance.

• Wi-Fi - Take advantage of this built in function to connect the D7200 to your smart-phone or tablet.

• The Image Taking Process - Descriptive tutorials for using the settings and controls you just learned to take photos of both still and moving subjects.

• Photography Accessories - The most useful accessories for day-to-day and travel photography including accessories specific to the D7200.

• Composition - Tips, techniques, and explanations, including the creative use of depth of field.

• Introduction to Video Settings - Settings and explanations to get you started shooting HD video.

This 379 page digital guide to the Nikon D7200 is an illustrated e-book that goes beyond the D7200 manual to explain how, when, and why to use the features, settings, and controls of the camera to help you get out there shooting in the real world.

Title:  Nikon D7200 Experience
Author:  Douglas Klostermann
Page Count: 379 pages, illustrated
Price: $14.99 - available now!
E-Book Format:  Available in two instant-download formats to choose from:

PDF format for reading on your computer or printing on your printer using the latest version of Adobe Reader. Or transferring and reading on some e-readers and most tablet devices. PDF is the most versatile format. Instructions for transferring a PDF to an iPad or e-reader device are on the FAQ page. (Please note that the PDF security settings may prevent transfer to a Kindle or Playbook. Please contact me for a MOBI or EPUB version if you encounter this issue with your PDF on your e-reader device/ tablet.)

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It's clear, concise and gets to the heart of the camera's multiple and often confusing options. Very highly recommended - for experienced user and beginner alike. As previous reviewers have remarked, the official manual is very good on what to do, but not so clear on why.
-G.S.A. 

Doug Klostermann is a travel, culture, and humanitarian photographer as well as the author and publisher of the bestselling Full Stop e-book camera guides. He has photographed for numerous organizations in Latin America and the United States, been recognized by the United Nations Development Programme for his humanitarian photography, and been published in magazines and books including Conde Nast Traveler, Sherman's Travel, South American Explorer, and Viva Travel Guides. Doug is a member of the National Press Photographers Association. View his images at www.dojoklo.com.  Learn more about photography equipment and techniques on his blog Picturing Change at http://blog.dojoklo.com/.