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I’ve owned every Nikon digital SLR since the D70 (16 different models in all), and none
of them made the first impression that the D7000 did. The first time I picked up this
camera, the absolutely stunning image quality and feature set of the Nikon D7000 threw
me for a loop, which is why I decided to spend an extra three months developing a com-
prehensive guidebook for this camera, rather than rushing to be the first one on the
shelves with a cursory overview of its capabilities. If you waited for this book, I guar-
antee it will have been worth the wait.
David Busch’s Nikon D7000 Guide to Digital SLR Photography deals with one of the best
cameras Nikon has ever offered for such a low price. Although there have been some
controversies (real or perceived) over its image quality, when it comes right down to it,
the feature set of this camera, its resolution, and high ISO performance instantly made
the much more expensive Nikon D300s obsolete. I dumped both my D700 and D300s,
and this is the camera I use when I want a smaller bodied camera when I travel light
(especially overseas).
But, despite its bulging feature list, the D7000 retains the ease of use that smoothes the
transition for those new to digital photography. For those just dipping their toes into
the digital pond, the experience is warm and inviting. The Nikon D7000 isn’t a snap-
shot camera—it’s a point-and-shoot (if you want to use it in that mode) for the think-
ing photographer.
Once you’ve confirmed that you made a wise purchase decision, the question comes up,
how do I use this thing? All those cool features can be mind numbing to learn, if all you
have as a guide is the manual furnished with the camera. Help is on the way. I sincerely
believe that this book is your best bet for learning how to use your new camera, and for
learning how to use it well.
If you’re a Nikon D7000 owner who’s looking to learn more about how to use this great
camera, you’ve probably already explored your options. There are DVDs and online
tutorials—but who can learn how to use a camera by sitting in front of a television or
computer screen? Do you want to watch a movie or click on HTML links, or do you
want to go out and take photos with your camera? Videos are fun, but not the best
answer.
Introduction