BetterPhoto Q&A: Film-Based Camera Equipment

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  Building a darkroom.
My question is one about building a darkroom. I recently took a class and now that it is over I don't have a darkroom to use. Public bussiness offer services but I like to have complete control...
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September 22, 2004
 
  Portrait Lens Advise??
I have a Minolta Maxxum 5 camera. I currently have two lenses which are both Sigma lenses and they came with the camera as a package deal. They are a 28-80 and 70-300. Both have the macro option...
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October 22, 2004
 
  Is this a good pentax k1000?
hi, im a complete beginner, and read alot of the recommendations on this site- which seemed to point me in the direction of the pentax k1000. I really wanted a complete manual camera so I can learn...
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September 21, 2004
 
  FILL FLASH WITH MAMIYA RZ 67
I need some tips on how amd where to begin with fill flash using RZ67....
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October 02, 2004
 
  having trouble picking out a flash/slave set-up.
I am just getting into photography and im having a hard time trying to choose a flash and what type of slave set-up to buy. I like to shoot BMX photos. I have read up on what some professional BMX ...
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September 18, 2004
 
  Which Mamiya RB or RZ for WEDDINGS
I am going to purchase either a Mamiya RB67 or RZ67. It will be used for weddings. Mostly outdoor shots. Need a recomendation which one and why. I also like to keep it simple....
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September 18, 2004
 
  Which flash for Minolta Maxxum 3000i
Which flash would be compatible with the fully automatic Minolta Maxxum 3000i?...
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September 18, 2004
 
  spotmatic II vs fujica st605
I'm buying my first 35mm slr. I have a Minolta Dimage A5. I like the older classic manual cameras. Would you recommend the Pentax Spotmatic II or the Fujica ST605? I like taking pictures of...
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September 17, 2004
 
  Basic equipments needed to setup a studio?
Hi All,I am planning of setting up a small studio in my home.For this could you guys tell me what all equipments should I buy for setting up a basic studio. The main use of this studio will be for ...
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September 16, 2004
 
  Basic equipments needed to setup a studio?
Hi All,I am planning of setting up a small studio in my home.For this could you guys tell me what all equipments should I buy for setting up a basic studio. Themain use of this studio will be for p...
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September 16, 2004
 
  Ring Adapters
I'm looking at buying some fliters for my sisters camera. She has a 52mm and a 58mm lens for her EOS Rebel G. I was wondering wether it would be better to buy an adapter that would go from 52mm...
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September 16, 2004
 
  What Filter to Buy?
I am planning to buy filters and thought I would go for a 58mm Hoya circular polarizer and a UV lens. I found various types of polarizer filters - like, multi-coated, ultra this, etc. - and I don&...
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September 21, 2004
 
  Which ADF Photo Scanner for Prints
Hello to all-New member here. So here goes... please be gentle.I have boxes and boxes of 3X5, 4X6 and 5X7 prints. I would like to scan them and categorize them, but frankly I am very lazy and don&...
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September 12, 2004
 
  Kenko lenses
Does anyone have an opinion about Kenko lenses? I've never really heard of them, but I'm looking at buying a 420-800mm Kenko zoom lens with a Kenko 2x converter for my Canon Rebel 2000 and...
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September 13, 2004
 
  Buying Tri-X 400
Can anyone tell me where can I buy cheap Kodak tri-x 400 135/36 Film. I'm a student and money is tight so if anyone knows a good website who sells a moderate price or low prices, please tell m...
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September 11, 2004
 
  lenses
I need to know the best kind of zoom lense to get and where to get it. I have a cannon rebel II slr camra. I love it but I need some zoom. I will be taking pictures of my children in sports from a ...
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September 09, 2004
 
  Where to put flash
HelloI just bought a great tripod, flash bracket and flash for macro photography. If your not suppose to mount the flash onto the camera and you cant use the bracket while the camera is on the tri...
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September 06, 2004
 
  What is the difference between: ?
I am interrested in buying the Canon Elan 7ne, but am not sure if I should go with a kit that includes the body and a 28-105ft 3.5-4.5 USM lens or not. Should I go MF or AF and what is the differen...
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September 07, 2004
 
  Difference between reflector colors?
I recently bought a pop up reflector that is see through white. It also came with a cover to go over it for solid white, black, silver, and gold sides? What effect do each of these make? Thanks!...
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September 03, 2004
 
  What is the best film for portrait photography?
I have always used Kodak 400 in the past. I've also use Fuji 100, I believe. I recently read about Portra so I am giving that a try, although I'm not sure which one it is. I want the leas...
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September 03, 2004