Crime Scene Photography

This third edition of the highly successful textbook covers general principles and concepts of photography while delving into practical elements and advanced techniques of forensic photography

Edward M. Robinson (Author)

9780128027646, Elsevier Science

Hardback, published 4 August 2016

800 pages, Approx. 600 illustrations (600 in full color)
27.6 x 21.5 x 4 cm, 2.47 kg

"...a fantastic resource for Colleges and Universities, it is also a must read for those who take their forensic and crime scene photography seriously enough to continually invest in new skills. I do recommend this book and have been able to use some of the practices in my teaching, while also learning new ideas myself." --CSEye

Crime Scene Photography, Third Edition, covers the general principles and concepts of photography, while also delving into the more practical elements and advanced concepts of forensic photography. Robinson assists the reader in understanding and applying essential concepts in order to create images that are able to withstand challenges in court. This text is a required reading by both the International Association for Identification’s Crime Scene Certification Board and the Forensic Photography Certification Board. Includes an instructor website with lecture slides, practical exercises, a test bank, and image collection and many videos which can be used.

1. History of Forensic Imaging2. Composition and Cardinal Rules3. Crime Scene Photography4. Basic Exposure (Nonflash) Concepts5. Focus, Depth of Field, and Lenses6. Electronic Flash7. Ultraviolet, Infrared, and Fluorescence8. Photogrammetry9. Special Photography Situations10. Digital Imaging Technologies11. Digital Image Processing of Evidentiary Photography12. Legal Issues Related to Photographs and Digital Images

Subject Areas: Forensic science [JKVF1]