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Product Description You only get one chance to take the perfect action shot The GoPro camera has taken the market by storm. Durable and weatherproof, these cameras are tailor-made for athletes, filmmakers, journalists, and hobbyists who want a hands-free device. Whether you're BASE-jumping, mountain biking, surfing, or just shooting the next big indie masterpiece, GoPro Cameras For Dummies has you covered with information on how to get the best photos and videos from your camera. Jumpstart your GoPro experience, with helpful advice on how to create and share action-packed photos and videos. Plus you'll get professional insight on how to mount, set, and control your camera for best results no matter the shooting conditions, and how to edit, add music, and share your finished piece. Step-by-step instructions walk you through each process, helping you get acquainted with the GoPro's controls and settings until you're consistently getting great footage. This helpful guide is packed with full-color, full-page examples of GoPro photos from top users, to inspire you to get the most from your new camera. Choose the right camera and add the right accessories Master the settings for any environment Establish framing, work with lighting, and capture sound Edit your images, and put them together as a project Rather than risk bad results with the school of trial by error, master your camera with the help of a professional photographer and videographer. The best action shots can't be re-created, so know what you're doing going in so you can nail that shot the first time. If you're ready to get out there and start shooting, grab your gear and grab GoPro Cameras For Dummies, your personal GoPro coach. From the Back Cover Learn to: Set your GoPro camera to shoot while on the move Record high-quality sound Edit and share your photos and videos The fun and easy way to jumpstart your GoPro experience You only get one chance to take the perfect shot. Whether you’re mountain biking, surfing, skateboarding, or just sightseeing, this hands-on friendly guide shows you how to get the best photos and videos from your GoPro camera the first time around - no retakes necessary. The anatomy of a GoPro — get to know the ins and outs of your GoPro, understand how it’s different from other cameras, and unlock all of its amazing capabilities Shoot out of the box — quickly master handheld shooting, mounting your camera, and shooting still photos Behind the lens — grasp fundamental moviemaking techniques, from finding the best position and framing the shot to mastering light and sound GoPro in post-production — edit your movie with GoPro software, burn it to a DVD, and successfully upload your movie to social media Open the book and find: Hands-on, nuts-and-bolts guidance on the GoPro Advice on which GoPro fits your needs Accessories that enhance your GoPro Tips on adjusting your GoPro’s settings How to frame shots like a pro photographer Steps for shooting video or still shots How to use the GoPro app Tips for working with GoPro Studio Edit Ways professionals use GoPro cameras About the Author John Carucci is a full-time writer and photographer/videographer. He’s currently an entertainment news producer for Associated Press Television. He is author of Digital SLR Video & Filmmaking For Dummies and Webinars For Dummies.