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14 Best Photography Books

Goal: Find the best Photography books according to the internet (not just one person's opinion).

Method:

  1. Search for "best photography books" and study the top 5+ pages.
  2. Add only the books mentioned 2+ times.
  3. Rank the results neatly here.

14 Best Photography Books

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1

Understanding Exposure

How to Shoot Great Photographs with Any Camera

by Bryan Peterson

Also recommended by:

David Heinemeier Hansson

2

The Art of Photography

A Personal Approach to Artistic Expression

by Bruce Barnbaum

3

The Photographer's Eye

Composition and Design for Better Digital Photos

by Michael Freeman

4

On Photography

by Susan Sontag

5

Read This If You Want to Take Great Photographs

by Henry Carroll

6

Studio Anywhere

A Photographer's Guide to Shooting in Unconventional Locations

by Nick Fancher

7

The Digital Photography Book

The step-by-step secrets for how to make your photos look like the pros'!

by Scott Kelby

8

Best Business Practices for Photographers

by John Harrington

9

Capture Your Style

Transform Your Instagram Photos, Showcase Your Life, and Build the Ultimate Platform

by Aimee Song

10

Extraordinary Everyday Photography

Awaken Your Vision to Create Stunning Images Wherever You Are

by Brenda Tharp

11

Langford's Basic Photography

The Guide for Serious Photographers

by Michael Langford

12

One Face Fifty Ways

The Portrait Photography Ideas Book

by Imogen Dyer

13

The Essence of Photography

Seeing and Creativity

by Bruce Barnbaum

14

The Hot Shoe Diaries

Big Light From Small Flashes

by Joe McNally

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14 Best Photography Books (2025)