Sony DSC R-1 Training

05Jul06

I feel like I should say something else about my new R-1, especially since I haven’t posted many new pictures…

I don’t mind reading a user’s manual to learn how to work something, but when it comes to cameras I use the manual as a reference guide, not a learning tool. So, to help me with the R-1, I ordered a training DVD from Elite Video through eBay (their eBay store)It’s basically a guide to learning the camera and it’s functions. That’s it – nothing fancy or really advanced. It was exactly what I needed!

I sat down to watch it with my camera in my hands and essentially followed along with the instructors. There are a few goofy parts, but nothing that I found too distracting, although I can only imagine that others may. I’m not an advanced photographer, and I learn best by example, so I take advantage of any instruction and accept it for what it is, despite any goofiness!

So far I haven’t bought any books for this camera – mostly, I guess, because I haven’t found any! I’m keeping a lookout for one…

In the meantime, if anyone runs across a nice R-1 site (other than reviews, which I think I’ve read all of!), please send me a link!