Practical Methodology of Forensic Photography (Practical Aspects of Criminal & Forensic Investigations) [Hardcover]

David R. Redsicker (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0849395194 | ISBN-13: 978-0849395192 | Publication Date: November 30, 1992 | Edition: 1

Written by an experienced professional who consults regularly on cases throughout North America, The Practical Methodology of Forensic Photography expertly combines the latest methods of photographic documentation with a practical step-by-step presentation. Redsicker discusses the "how to" of basic photography (including techniques and equipment), shows the essentials of videography, and offers the fundamentals of aerial, underwater, and surveillance photography as related to court evidence. The Practical Methodology of Forensic Photography covers all aspects of photographic documentation, from the proven techniques involving still-cameras, film, and lighting to the latest advances in video, thermography, proton induced X-Ray emission, and computer imaging. Unlike other forensic photography books, this book focuses on the proper photographic preparation of evidence and documentation for expert testimony. In addition to over 250 photographic illustrations, The Practical Methodology of Forensic Photography includes an extensive glossary of terms crucial in the preparation of legal reports. This valuable addition to the Practical Aspects of Criminal and Forensic Investigations Series will be greatly beneficial to a broad base of professionals working in law enforcement, fire service, medicine, law, engineering, and insurance.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 304 pages
• Publisher: CRC-Press; 1 edition (November 30, 1992)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0849395194
• ISBN-13: 978-0849395192
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 2.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,629,524 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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48 of 49 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Not worth a purchase, January 22, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: The Practical Methodology of Forensic Photography, Second Edition (Practical Aspects of Criminal & Forensic Investigations) (Hardcover)

The author completely misses the mark with the title. It should be "How to be Fire Photographer Groupie". The author is apparently a civilian photographer with no law enforcement , crime scene investigation experience. The major topics covered are private investigator fire photographer applications with no real technical advice. He seems to justify the lack of technical advice by stating early on that he assumes the reader knows this information. My guess is the author lacks real world experience and does not know what really happens at a crime scene. Take a pass on this book.

13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing and out of date, May 5, 2005

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Christopher Peace (New Zealand) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Practical Methodology of Forensic Photography, Second Edition (Practical Aspects of Criminal & Forensic Investigations) (Hardcover)

I bought this book as I need to be better at taking photographs during investigations of workplace injury incidents and hoped it would help.
It was therefore disappointing to find that the book (published in 2000) mostly offered suggested reading that was 20 to 30 years old.
The equipment suggestions were also dated (even allowing that the book might have been prepared in 1999).
The subject range was mostly in the range of police and fire service work even though forensic work can cover much more ground.
This is the most expensive textbook I have bought for many years, and so, overall, it was not good value for money for me.

0 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Quick response!, February 27, 2006

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E Melia - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Practical Methodology of Forensic Photography, Second Edition (Practical Aspects of Criminal & Forensic Investigations) (Hardcover)

I ordered plenty in advance of needing it, and it was shipped rapidly. Thanks!