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This electronic book is written for Canon Powershot G6 users. The Powershot series of Canon have established its role in digital photography. We can find a lot of articles and reviews about the latest model, Powershot G6. The various modes and functions of the Powershot G6 are great tools for us to create our images. To assist users to explore the application, Mr. Fuk-hing Tong worked for about five months with all types of testing for every mode and function. One guideline is constantly kept. All photo works must be done without use of professional equipment. This will guarantee any users can obtain the same result. In fact, all photos are directly from the Powershot G6 without any adjustment. The only exception is a couple of photos had adjusted for explanation and clearly indicated. |
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The chapters of this book are: From Chapter One to Chapter Twelve, there is a doubled content, thanks to the electronic method. Readers can read the major content and click for further information if preferred. Chapter One: Introduction This chapter talks about this book, the layout and other information. Chapter Two: Preparation to Master the G6 Before going to the functions, we need to know what are things other than the functions and the preparation to master the camera. Also the basic set up and the choice for first time users are stated. Chapter Three: Format, Resolution, Compression & ISO With photos, records etc., this chapter discusses the choice of format, resolution, compression and ISO. Chapter Four: Focusing How to choose the focusing functions is the first important operation. Chapter Five: Metering The camera handles the metering and we can choose how it performs. Chapter Six: Shooting Mode - Exposure Shooting for the camera is the arrangement of priorities, shutter speed, aperture or just let it AUTO. Chapter Seven: Photo Effects Photographic technique is to take good photos not in ideal conditions. That is what Photo Effects offer us the various ways to make our images good. Chapter Eight: White Balance Color photos must produce what we see, but our vision has auto white balance, so this is a vital function. Chapter Nine: Image Zone Sometimes we may prefer to have the camera doing more for us so that we can concentrate on the subject. This is what Image Zone is about. Chapter Ten: Flash Flash is used for taking indoor photo. Whether we like it or not, we have to know how to use. Chapter Eleven: Others There are other functions provided by the Powershot G6 including the ND (Neutral Density) etc. Chapter Twelve: Application By applying the functions, we can take different types of subjects or taking photo in various situations. Some demonstrations are selected as hints for readers. Chapter Thirteen: Function List Readers may prefer the easier way to look for information. This chapter is a copy of the function list of the Powershot G6 with links to various sections of the chapters. A fast way to look for what one needs. Chapter Fourteen: Printing Field Guide Although the design of this book makes use of the various advantage of electronic format, yet readers may want to have a printed reference in photographing sites. Therefore, we summarize the information in a number of format for readers to choose. By Demo: Photo Index It may be easier to look for information with photos. Readers can go to this "By Demo" chapter and click the photo with instant display of information. |