BetterPhoto Q&A: Film-Based Camera Equipment

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  Macro Lens for Film and Digital Cameras
I recently purchased a Sigma 50mm macro lens that I'm using on my film-based Canon Elan-7. Can I use this same lens on a digital SLR, say the new Canon 20-D digital camera? The Sigma is for Can...
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January 01, 2005
 
  wide angle photos
Does anyone have an example of a photo taken by the Phoenix Zoom Wide Angle 19-35mm f/3.5-4.5 Manual Focus Lens for Minolta MD? Does it produce a curvature look even with the 97 degree FOV?...
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December 30, 2004
 
  Choosing A Film Camera
I am a beginner in photograhpy and I like to purchase a film camera which I will use in a beginner's photographycourse. I have checked several internet user sites and have narrowedmy choice to...
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July 11, 2005
 
  New Tripod/Head.
My cheap quantaray tripod gave up the ghost last night, and I'm looking at a new tripod. I was always fighting with the pan head anyways, and it wasn't interchangeable. I heard somewhere to...
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January 08, 2005
 
  lens
What is another good lens for my canon elan 7n model? I'm looking to buy a sigma 28-300, or 200mm lens or maybe the tamron. the tamron and canon lens are much more expensive, I here sigma make...
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January 04, 2005
 
  A Medium Format Camera
Hi there, I just want to say I love this website!! Anyways I am looking to buy a medium format camera... I've been using 35mm all my life and I want to try out a medium format camera for many ...
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December 28, 2004
 
  Manual Camera
I've been wanting an old manual camera and I have been looking at the Canon Ae-1 program camera. However I noticed that there is a slight softness to every photo I've viewed. I want to stic...
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December 28, 2004
 
  Recomendations for a Macro Lens for Pentax P3n
Hi All -Happy Holidays!My wife has a Pentax P3n and I would like to buy her a macro lens. She likes taking pictures of flowers, insects and such. She has a telephoto lens, so I don't want to ...
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December 29, 2004
 
  canon ae-1 vs minolta x-700/370 vs olympus om 2 vs
i have read tonnes of infos on the net and all. but I just wud like to ask all those who owns these cameras or have tried them. which is a better choice for someone who loves nature and animal phot...
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December 27, 2004
 
  CONTRAST FILTERS -- Professional photographers use
What is/are the better brand/s of contrast filters available for SLR 35mm cameras--other than the camera's name brand?Are most filters universal -- fitting most newer model cameras?thank you!...
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December 24, 2004
 
  Lens Mounting
I have several Pentax M42 mount cameras and lensesd. I recently got a k-mount lens and was wondering if anyone knew of an adaptor for the lens to mount on a M42 body./ I am not too worried about ...
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December 26, 2004
 
  Which Camera???
I am going to take an introductory photography class and it requires a "fully adjustable 35mm camera." I found these cameras and am wondering which is good (which you would recommend). If you have ...
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August 07, 2005
 
  What is a fully adjustable/manual 35mm camera?
I am going to take an introductory photography class (Intro. to Black and White Photography), and the course description says I need a "fully adjustable 35mm camera." What exactly is a "fully adjus...
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August 07, 2005
 
  The right camera
Hi, my names sarah and I'm 14 years old and love photography. I know this question I am about to ask has probably been answered a thousand times, but I'm gunna ask it anywayz. I am just st...
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December 22, 2004
 
  Right-Angle Finder - A Good Viewing Option?
Has anyone ever purchased a Canon Angle Finder C (which includes ED-C & ED-D Adapters for all SLR cameras, according to B&H Photo)? Currently, I am using the Canon Elan 7E, with a goal towards...
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December 20, 2004
 
  Buying my first SLR
I'm looking for to buy my first SLR, not to use it professionally, but just something to have fun with. I'm tired of my digital cameras. =)I'm also going to take a photography class (...
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August 07, 2005
 
  Buying a camera
My old camera doesn't work so well anymore so I was looking on ebay and I saw a Canon Rebel 200 for $100. Is this a good, reliable camera? Is this a good price?...
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December 18, 2004
 
  Rebel GII vs. Maxxum 4
I'm looking for a 35mm AF SLR w/ manual mode, and have narrowed my choice to a Canon GII w/ a 35-80mm lens, or a Minolta Maxxum 4 w/ a 28-100mm lens. Prices are similar. Any thoughts???...
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December 18, 2004
 
  Close Up Filters
Are close up filters a good alternative for buying an expensive macro lens?...
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December 15, 2004
 
  What Else to Buy for a Beginner
I will be purchasing my first SLR camera this spring (Canon T2). I'd like to know what else I should buy to enhance photos or make it easier to shoot pictures. This is a new hobby of mine and ...
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December 21, 2004