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Go Beyond The User's Manual

Take the tour and master the camera

By Mason Resnick - June 8, 2009


"Thank you so much. this was the kind of step-by-step info I needed to set up my new camera, could not find what I needed in the manual"—a reader

 

If you own any of the camera listed to the right, get ready to become an expert in its operation.

This is where we take you on in-depth looks at today's most popular cameras—and give you the kinds of insider insights and useful tips that you probably won't find in any user's manual. We explain all of the buttons, modes, and special functions of specific cameras in detail, and offer hints and tips and photos to help you really get to know this camera.

You can read Guided Tours...
...before you buy. The more you know about the abilities of a camera, the better equipped you are to make a buying decision. Our Guided Tours offer extensive information.
...after you buy. You've invested in the camera; now you want to learn everything there is to know about it so you can take advantage of all of its capabilities.

How to read a Guided Tour:
If you just want to turn on the camera and start shooting, go to the "Basic features" section. If want to explore other features in depth, read the "Advanced Operations" section. This is where you can unlock your camera's deepest levels of control.

Executive Report

We continue to improve and refine our guided tours, and now start each one with an Executive Report, which summarizes the camera's key features and who would benefit most from that camera. This is especially useful if you're thinking about buying the camera. We're not shy about talking about a camera's shortcomings--but we'll also try to provide the best way to let you get the shot you want.


Note: Let us know if you don't see a camera that you would like a guided tour of. We'll be posting more of 'em soon.

 

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Guided Tour: Olympus E-PL1

Take the tour and master the camera

ArticleGuided Tours Gear Guides & Reviews - by Mason Resnick, March 11, 2010

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Olympus has simplified its ground-breaking Electronic Viewfinder Interchangeable Lens (EVIL) Micro Four Thirds format camera. Let's take a close look at all of its nooks and crannies.

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TAGS: digital camera,  Olympus,  system compact,  EVIL,  interchangeable lens,  Olympus E-PL1 

Guided Tour: Canon Rebel T1i

Take the tour and master the camera

ArticleGuided Tours Gear Guides & Reviews - by Mason Resnick, July 27, 2009

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A feature-by-feature look at Canon's first consumer-level DSLR to offer HD Video.

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TAGS: canon,  camera,  DSLR,  video,  digital SLR 

Guided Tour: Panasonic G1

Take the tour and master the camera

ArticleGuided Tours Gear Guides & Reviews - by Mason Resnick, June 30, 2009

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Dive under the hood of the world's first interchangeable-lens Micro Four Thirds EVF camera and gain expert knowledge of this small wonder.

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TAGS: digital camera,  Panasonic,  lumix,  micro four thirds 

Guided Tour: Sigma DP-2

100 in 100/IV, Day 58: Take the tour and master the camera

ArticleGuided Tours Gear Guides & Reviews - by Mason Resnick, June 10, 2009

Learn all about using the second generation, unique compact camera with the DSLR-sized sensor,

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TAGS: digital,  digital camera,  sigma,  Sigma DP2 

Guided Tour: Sigma DP-1

Take the tour and master the camera

ArticleGuided Tours Gear Guides & Reviews - by Mason Resnick, June 8, 2009

If you’re patient, this tiny camera will deliver DSLR image quality. We show you how

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TAGS: digital,  digital camera,  DSLR,  sigma,  Sigma DP1 

Guided Tour: Leica M8

100 in 100/IV Look under the hood of the first digital Leica rangefinder camera

ArticleGuided Tours Gear Guides & Reviews - by Mason Resnick, May 6, 2009

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100 in 100: Day 32

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TAGS: DSLR,  Leica,  digital SLR 

Guided Tour #12: Nikon Coolpix P5100

Take the tour--master your camera

ArticleGuided Tours Gear Guides & Reviews - by Mason Resnick, August 13, 2008

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The Nikon legend in miniature

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TAGS: nikon,  test,  review,  compact digital camera,  Coolpix,  P5100,  field test 

Guided Tour #11: Canon G9

Take the tour--master your camera

ArticleCompact Digital Cameras Gear Guides & Reviews - by Mason Resnick, July 30, 2008

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A small wonder

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TAGS: canon,  digital camera,  compact,  posh 

Guided Tour #10: Nikon D40

Take the tour and master the camera!

ArticleDigital SLRs Gear Guides & Reviews - by Mason Resnick, March 5, 2007

A look under a popular entry-level DSLR's hood.

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TAGS: adorama,  nikon,  camera,  DSLR,  entry-level,  digital SLR,  D40 

Guided Tour #9: Nikon D80

Take the tour and master the camera!

ArticleDigital SLRs Gear Guides & Reviews - by Mason Resnick, November 9, 2006

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Welcome to the latest in the Guided Tour series, an Adorama exclusive, where we take you on in-depth looks at today's most popular cameras. We explain all of the buttons, modes, and special functions of specific cameras in detail, and offer hints and tips and photos to help you really get to know this camera.

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TAGS: adorama,  nikon,  digital camera,  DSLR 

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