Quick Take
When your craft maker photography projects need to be documented well, a quick, no-nonsense guide to camera basics can save you a lot of trial and error. The Bare Bones Camera Course for Film and Video is that kind of course, but choosing among four used paperback copies means deciding between the revised single-author version and the third edition with a co-author, and between Acceptable and Very Good condition. The price spread is just over a dollar, so the practical decision is mostly about how much wear you can tolerate and whether the revised text or the later edition matters to you.
Price Comparison at a Glance
| Copy | Version and condition | Price |
|---|---|---|
| The Bare Bones Camera Course for Film and Video by Tom Schroeppel | Revised, Very Good | USD 6.88 |
| The Bare Bones Camera Course for Film and Video by Tom Schroeppel | Revised, Good | USD 6.33 |
| The Bare Bones Camera Course for Film and Video | Third edition, Acceptable | USD 5.83 |
| The Bare Bones Camera Course for Film and Video | Third edition, Good | USD 6.05 |
Decision Matrix
- Lowest-cost entry: the third edition in Acceptable condition gets you the full course for the least money, with visible notes and highlighting likely.
- Cleanest reading copy: the revised version in Very Good condition is the highest-priced copy but offers the lightest wear.
- Balanced revised option: the revised version in Good condition keeps the same text below the top price.
- Third edition with better condition: the third edition in Good condition sits just above the lowest price and avoids the heavily worn copy.
Product Notes
#### The Bare Bones Camera Course for Film and Video by Tom Schroeppel
This is the copy to pick if you want the best-condition revised course. Priced at the top of the group, it is in Very Good condition, with a trade paperback format and Revised text. You get the single-author Tom Schroeppel text in the best shape of this set. The trade-off is the price: you are paying the most for the cleanest pages. Because the condition still allows for limited writing, this is more about convenience than absolute perfection. If you want a book that will sit neatly on your shelf next to craft references, this copy is the strongest candidate.
#### The Bare Bones Camera Course for Film and Video by Tom Schroeppel
The second copy carries the same Revised text but sits below the top price. In Good condition, this trade paperback may have notes or highlighting in the pages, and the spine may show some wear. That makes it a better match for someone who reads actively and wants the revised version without paying the most. The limitation is the middle-ground condition: you are saving a bit compared with the Very Good copy, but you will see more evidence of previous use. If the revisions matter and you are willing to accept a few marks, this is a sensible compromise.
#### The Bare Bones Camera Course for Film and Video
The third-edition paperback is the least expensive copy in the comparison, and it adds Chuck Delaney as co-author. Acceptable condition means the book is readable, but pages may carry considerable notes or highlighting. For someone who just wants the course content and does not mind a working copy, this is the most budget-friendly way in. The main limitation is the level of wear; it is the lowest condition grade of the four. If saving money is the first priority, this copy gets you the full course with the least cash.
#### The Bare Bones Camera Course for Film and Video
For a third edition without as much wear, this Good copy sits just above the lowest price. Like the cheapest copy, it credits both Tom Schroeppel and Chuck Delaney, and it is a trade paperback. The slightly higher price buys a better condition grade, with all pages intact and a readable copy. The limitation is that the copy may show normal signs of use, such as light writing, highlighting, or library markings, so it may not be as clean as the Very Good revised copy. If you want the third edition and want to avoid the very worn Acceptable copy, this is the balanced pick.
Final Recommendation by Use Case
For a tight budget, the Acceptable third edition at the lowest price gets you the full course without extra cost. If you prefer the third edition but want better condition, choose the Good third edition. The revised version is the pick if you want the single-author course; among the revised copies, the Very Good one costs the most but gives you the cleanest pages, while the Good one keeps the same content for less. For most readers who want the best combination of learning value and minimal wear, the Very Good revised copy at the top of the price range is the one to choose.
