Science for the Curious Photographer

<p>While there are many books that teach the how-to of photography <i>Science for the Curious Photographer</i> is a book for those who also want to understand how photography works. Beginning with an introduction to the history and science of photography Charles S. Johnson Jr. addresses questions about the principles of photography such as why a camera needs a lens how lenses work and why modern lenses are so complicated.</p><p>Addressing the complex aspects of digital photography the book discusses color management resolution noise in images and the limits of human perception. The creation and appreciation of art in photography is discussed from the standpoint of modern cognitive science.</p><p>A crucial read for those seeking the scientific context to photographic practice this second edition has been comprehensively updated including discussion of DSLRs mirror-less cameras and a new chapter on the limits of human vision and perception.</p>