O'Reilly Press Room: New Book Release by Rocky Nook's Carol F. Roullard and Dr. Brian Matsumoto, The Sony Alpha NEX-7: The Unofficial Quintessential Guide

Santa Barbara, CA—November 27, 2012—Rocky Nook, Santa Barbara's leading publisher of books on the techniques and aesthetics of digital photography, has released The Sony Alpha NEX-7: The Unofficial Quintessential Guide by authors Carol F. Roullard and Dr. Brian Matsumoto. New users are shown how to master this complex and powerful camera, with everything covered from the basic features of the NEX-7 to numerous advanced photographic applications.

Features and capabilities of the camera are explored in a way that far surpasses the user's manual, guiding the reader through the camera features with step-by-step setting adjustments and detailed how, when, and why explanations for each option. Every button, dial, switch, and menu configuration setting is explored in a way that is user-friendly, with suggestions and tips for setup according to various shooting styles. The text is illustrated with screenshots and example images throughout so readers can easily follow along.

The first section of the book teaches new users to start taking pictures immediately using the camera's Intelligent Automatic mode. The second section covers how to begin taking more control by switching to the semi-automatic modes. Finally, the third section covers how to take full manual control of the camera, and how to break some "rules" and capture images that are a unique reflection of creativity.

The Sony Alpha NEX-7: The Unofficial Quintessential Guide shows users how to take control of the camera, push the envelope, and have fun.

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About the Authors

Carol F. Roullard is an author and avid photographer who produces fine art photography and runs an online gallery. She is a former Project Management Quality and Compliance engineer who spent a number of years developing procedural and quality control methodology for IT projects. In addition, she has developed and conducted training sessions covering best practices for procedural and quality control, breaking down complex subjects into easy-to-use approaches to learning.

Dr. Brian Matsumoto is a retired research scientist who worked for 30 years recording experiments with a wide range of film and digital cameras. In addition, he has taught courses on recording scientific experiments with digital cameras. His photographs and articles have been widely published, and he has authored several books, including four with Rocky Nook.

About Rocky Nook
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Rocky Nook, Inc., is affiliated with dpunkt.verlag, the leading publisher of technology books based in Heidelberg, Germany. Since its inception in 2006, Rocky Nook has cornered the market on technological advances in the digital photography workflow. Their mission is to demystify cutting-edge developments in digital photography and its modern developments, such as imaging and computer technology, and to provide outstanding image quality and practical instruction to both amateur and professional photographers that will enhance creativity, efficiency, and skill. For more information contact www.rockynook.com.

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New Book Release by Rocky Nook's Carol F. Roullard and Dr. Brian Matsumoto, The Sony Alpha NEX-7: The Unofficial Quintessential Guide

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