For More Than a Century, National Geographic's legendary photographers have been chronicling the world, capturing powerful scenes and stirring moments with indelible images. Now you can take pictures with the same punch, thanks to time-honored principles and the latest techniques, clearly explained and illustrated with great photos from the National Geographic collection. In these informative pages, you'll discover how to: Fine-tune your eye to see the world as a photographer sees it, Adjust camera settings for every situation, Make the most of your smartphone camera capabilities, Choose the right camera and equipment for your needs, Capture unforgettable moments at home and as you travel, Use photo-editing software to enhance every frame, With clear, authoritative explanations of how cameras operate, what makes a great photo, and how the world's best photographers take pictures, together with a fascinating time line of photography from its invention to today, this is the one book guaranteed to ramp up your talent and increase your enjoyment as you take pictures. Book jacket.