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The Backpacker's Photography Handbook [Paperback]

Charles Campbell (Author)
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  • Paperback: 144 pages
  • Publisher: Amphoto Books (September 1994)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 081743609X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0817436094
  • Product Dimensions: 9 x 7 x 0.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #859,026 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
    #100 in  Books > Arts & Photography > Painting > Still Life

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From a wilderness adventurer's perspective, camera equipment can be divided into three categories: heavy, heavier, heaviest! Read the first page
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color reference cards, photography backpack, closeup diopter, light blue card, grad filter, focusing rail, closeup photography, manual exposure mode, circular polarizing, hyperfocal distance, gray card, exposure compensation, minimum focusing distance, brighter background, ball head, lighting ratio, outdoor photography, exposure system, macro lens, exposure meter, overcast light, exposure calculation, shutter speed, fuel bottle, exposure latitude
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Foba Super Ball, Linhof Master Technika, Linhof Profi, Chroma-Zone Exposure System, Fujichrome Velvia, Rocky Mountain National Park, Chroma-Zone Exposure Matrix, Fobo Super Ball, Photography Techniques, Color Guide, Ektachrome Lumiere, Resource Guide, Ektachrome Elite, Ibs Gitzo, Lowepro Orion, Gray Tone Guide, Lake Superior, North Star, Washington State
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book; good overview of backpacking photography, March 15, 1999
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This is definitely a book worth reading for learning about the tradeoffs involved when doing backpacking and photography. He discusses the equipment and the techniques that need to be considered when you can't carry 300lb of equipment.

He gets very specific when recommending gear, which is something I liked. The information is starting to get somewhat dated; this book was published in 1994. However, he talks about the reasons why he recommends certain gear, which is what you really need to know anyway.

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars A must-read for beginners and pros alike., February 6, 1999
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As an experienced outdoor photographer I benefitted from my third read of this book. Nevertheless, a person with little or no experience could easily follow the well organized development of the subject material. Although I found the writing to be a little rough in spots, the direct style is very effective. Few words are wasted. I especially appreciate the author's integration of the text with the captions accompanying the pictures which explain the techniques used to create their effects.

A first class job.

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Indispensable for anyone hitting the photo trail, March 2, 1998
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This was an inspirational read for a lapsed outdoor photographer getting back on the trail. The gear recommendations have been right on so far and I continue to find creative gems every time I pick it up. This book will get you burning a lot of Velvia so just buy it, OK?
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3.0 out of 5 stars The Backpacker's Photography Handbook Review
The Backpacker's Photography Handbook is a passionately written guide to outdoor photographic treks, ranging from casual, comfortable trail tours to extended multi-day hiking &... Read more
Published 15 months ago by M. W. Stone

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
To be honest I wasn't expecting much, however, after reading the first few pages I was entranced by the authors non nonsense to the point style of writing. Read more
Published on July 25, 2006 by Iain Williams

2.0 out of 5 stars Broad overview
I thought this book's information was too general on both backpacking and photography, without enough detail to either improve my photography or backpack with a higher level of... Read more
Published on June 4, 2002 by Kelly O'Neill

4.0 out of 5 stars Well worthwhile - good information
The author draws from an excellent background and beautifully presented examples. If one is interested in backpacking into the wilds and taking good pictures consistently, this... Read more
Published on October 10, 2001 by Stephen W. Peacock

5.0 out of 5 stars Like the outdoors, like to photograph? This book is for you!
Great Book....Easy to read and understand...worth reading and carrying afield. Wealth of Informaton.
Published on September 22, 2001 by Jeffery Koski

5.0 out of 5 stars Most valuable book ever written on nature photography.
Although I am not an avid backpacker, my photography club recommended this book and I must say that it's my favorite photography book. I take it with me on every photo trip. Read more
Published on January 22, 2001 by Chris Roberts

1.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing
All this guy does throughout his book (and web site) is market his chromo-zone color cards.
Published on October 2, 2000 by Seattle Reader

5.0 out of 5 stars Very understandable and customized for the backpacker
This is my favorite photography book. Not only is it written for the backpacker, but Mr. Campbell's descriptions of basic camera functionality are the clearest and simplest I've... Read more
Published on April 14, 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars Really great book
A thoroughly enjoyable read, chock full of useful tips. Really inspiring. Presents a neat system for rapidly calculating correct exposures, too. Read more
Published on February 16, 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars Practical advice for taking great backpacking photos
A well-written, well-organized, useful book by a devoted outdoor adventurer. This is the best source I've found for practical advice on what/how to pack for different trips, how... Read more
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