Canon EOS R8 Experience is an e-book user's guide that goes beyond the manual to help you learn the features, settings, and controls of this versatile and customizable mirrorless camera. Most importantly, it also explains how, when, and why to use these features, settings, and controls in your photography.

Written in the clear, concise, and comprehensive style of all Full Stop guides, Canon EOS R8 Experience will help you learn to use your EOS R8 quickly and competently, to consistently make the types of images you desire. As one Canon user has said about Full Stop guides:

"I don't know how I could fully take advantage of all the features the camera has to offer without this publication! It's well-organized, easy to understand, and succinct enough to keep your attention while still containing a wealth of information to get the most out of your camera."

Take control of your EOS R8 and the photos you create!

For Intermediate and Enthusiast Photographers - This guide is designed for enthusiast photographers who wish to take fuller advantage of the capabilities of their camera and shoot competently in Av, Tv, Fv, and M modes; take full control of the versatile autofocus system; and learn how, when, and why to use and customize the various controls and features of the EOS R8 including the electronic viewfinder and the touch screen. It covers camera functions and exposure concepts for those learning digital photography, and explains more advanced camera controls and operation such as Metering Modes, Exposure Compensation, and Histograms.

For Experienced Photographers - This guide explains the new and advanced features in order to help you quickly take advantage of these capabilities. Plus it explains the camera controls and how to customize them. Learn how to take advantage of the new features including the AF system with face, eye, and subject detection plus subject tracking, Fv shooting mode, Silent Shutter, HDR, Multiple Exposure, cRAW file format, and manual focusing aids. It introduces the 4K, HD, High Frame Rate, and Time-Lapse video capabilities, and guides you through all the EOS R8 Menu and Custom Function items in order to help you best set up your camera for your specific shooting needs.

This guide focuses on still-photography with an explanation of the Movie menus, settings, and functions to get you started with video. Sections include:

-Setting Up Your EOS R8 - All of the Playback, Shooting, Set-up, Movie, and Custom Function Menus, with explanations and recommended settings to customize the advanced features to work best for the way you photograph.

-Aperture Priority (Av), Shutter Priority (Tv), Flexible Priority (Fv), and Manual (M) Shooting Modes - How and when to use them to create dramatic depth of field, freeze or express motion, or take total control of exposure settings.

-Auto Focusing Modes and Area Modes, and Release (Drive) Modes - Learn the AF Operations, AF Methods, and AF Custom Functions, how and when to take advantage of them to capture both still and moving subjects.

-Exposure Metering Modes of the EOS R8 - How and when to use them for correct exposures in every situation.

-Histograms, Exposure Compensation, Bracketing, and White Balance - Understanding these features for adjusting to the proper exposure in challenging lighting situations.

-The Image Taking Process - Tutorials for using the settings and controls to take photos of both still and moving subjects.

-Introduction to Video Settings and Features, including 4K video.

-Canon Lenses including the new RF mount, and the EF lens adapters.

-Wi-Fi and Bluetooth with the Camera Connect app.

This comprehensive digital guide to the Canon EOS R8 is an illustrated e-book that goes beyond the manual to explain how, when, and why to use the features, settings, and controls of the camera to help you take control of your EOS R8 and the photos you create.

What Readers are saying about Doug’s previous Canon guides:

Simplifies without technical jargon! Douglas Klostermann has the unique ability to explain in very readable, easy-to-follow directions how to operate every facet of the camera. This is definitely worth purchasing as a companion to the camera and the camera's manual. -Alan

Best reference book for Canon dSLR - Well written and easy to understand. This book really helps one to be able to take advantage of all the features of the camera. A must have. -N.D.

Very clear and precise - It explains all the features of the camera and does this in a very clear and precise way giving a detailed run through of the camera functions and controls as well as the operation and options of the menu system - and it does this without assuming you are an expert photographer to begin with. This is an excellent book, whether as a newcomer to the EOS world or upgrading from a previous version. -Camea

Will Save You A Month On The Learning Curve - This book clearly and practically walks the reader through every step of setting up and using the camera. A wonderfully well-organized book, it explains every feature and setting on the camera with recommendations on optimal setup choices and the reasoning behind each recommendation. This is the lowest cost, highest value accessory I could have purchased. -Robert

Excellent ebook - This book is first-class, and this author knows his stuff about Canon cameras. He cuts to the chase, and gets right to the heart of the important matters. I learned a lot and I learned it very quickly indeed. Highly recommended. -S. Walker

Superb Canon Guide - An excellent guide, clear and concise. A great tool for budding photographer as well as the seasoned pro. A sure way to get the most out of your camera. -Mark S.