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Documentation as demonstration
CameraSim is a very interesting example of interactive "documentation" for SLR cameras. Camera manuals are typically inscrutable and laden with specialized vocabulary. Worse yet, the results of the various settings and options often aren't immediately apparent. A simulator such as this is a great solution, and it's encouraging to see it is much more than just an onscreen version of a designed-for-print instructional aid.
Posted: November 1, 2011 link to this item, Tweet this item, respond to this item