30-10-13, 09:06 PM
Well, I'd be starting from absolute basics, so some of the terminology I don't understand. I can grasp that raw files contain the data from the sensor, but beyond that it gets a little confusing. I also noticed when browsing earlier today that some of the software packages limit what you can do with JPEG format, which is what my little snapper produces. A lot to learn. Can you recommend a good book on the subject for total beginners, something that perhaps explains the terminology in layman's terms?
Unfortunately, I'm not really in the position to start buying camera kit while I'm paying off the bike (bike always comes first for me!). But I also noticed that although, as Tori said, Lightroom 3 is cheaper, surprisingly not by much compared to lightroom 5. So any advantage for an amateur like myself, one over the other, and bearing in mind my camera's limitations? But will have to look at other options you've mentioned too.
Just really want to play with what I already produce to get started, I don't know if I'll ever take it much further. Dip a toe, so to speak.
Unfortunately, I'm not really in the position to start buying camera kit while I'm paying off the bike (bike always comes first for me!). But I also noticed that although, as Tori said, Lightroom 3 is cheaper, surprisingly not by much compared to lightroom 5. So any advantage for an amateur like myself, one over the other, and bearing in mind my camera's limitations? But will have to look at other options you've mentioned too.
Just really want to play with what I already produce to get started, I don't know if I'll ever take it much further. Dip a toe, so to speak.