BetterPhoto Q&A: Film-Based Camera Equipment

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  will this lens fit this camera?
Will a Tamron 70-300mm F/4-5.6LD MACRO (MINOLTA DYNAX)fit onto a konica minolta dynax 40?...
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December 24, 2005
 
  AE-1 and VIVITAR
Getting two Vivitar lens for free, need to know if these will fit a Canon AE-1 First up :70-210 f4.5/5.6.barrel diam.63.5 with acc.size being 49mm. And a 28mm f2.8. Both are said to be for manual ...
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December 19, 2005
 
  Selecting first light meter
I am looking to purchase my first light meter. I use 2 Nikon 8008 and shoot both color and black and white. Outdoor still life is what I enjoy, such as fences, signs, small buildings, etc. I would ...
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March 27, 2006
 
  colors of different lights
What is the type of light that renders white light? Ex:Halogen=yellow-red flourescent=yellow-green etc...Thank you for any help...
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December 09, 2005
 
  medium format for photo classes
Hi! I'm looking into a medium format camera to use for my photo classes. I already have a 35mm that I've been using for my first b&w class and I'll probably use it for most of my next d...
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December 25, 2005
 
  flash for Canon Rebel Digital xt
I just bought this camera and it is being sent to me, what flash must I buy? is there one that wont cost an arm and a leg? I am a disabled Korean war vet on fixed income. Thanks for all replies....
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December 05, 2005
 
  Polarizing filter for Nikon FE10 - 35-70mm lens
Good day fellow clickers, I have a Nikon FE-10 for which I am going to buy a polarizing filter. The camera uses standard 35-70mm lens. Would be helpful if you could recommend a good make/size of f...
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December 03, 2005
 
  Where do I get tungsten color balanced fim
Hi, So regaurding tungsten lighting, where do I get tungsten color balanced film? I have called a few local stores and now one seems to carry it. I looked online but all I can find is 100 speed fil...
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December 14, 2005
 
  Scanning Negatives
I am looking to purchase a scanner to scan my negatives and am a little confused by something. Once I am done taking the pictures on the roll of film, do I take it to the store to get developed an...
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November 28, 2005
 
  digital vs film
I am about to inest money on a SLR new lense..possibly 75-200mm, but in same amount I can buy a good digital camera as well. I want to know what professional photographers are doing these days...u...
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November 28, 2005
 
  Cambridgeworld.com
Has anyone out there ever purchased any thing from Cambridgeworld.com I was going through the internet and ran accross it. Their prices seam very good, but I don't know how they are to deal wit...
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November 21, 2005
 
  my flashgun
i have recently bought a canon eos 750 and have various lenses, I have also got myself a cobra auto 250 flashgun. the problem I have I that when the flashgun is connected to the camera the shutter ...
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November 22, 2005
 
  strobe power
i am trying to sort out issues in order to purchase stobe lights/monolightshow can I accurately determine how much power I need?i want to shoot 100 ASA filmat f8bounced into umbrella(white)or a so...
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November 17, 2005
 
  OM-1 a good choice or not, help
OM-1. I am trying to get back into photography and I use to use and OM-1, back in the 70-80's. I am now disabled and money is a problem. I checked with on buying a Nikon FM3a since it is manu...
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November 17, 2005
 
  Scanning Slides
I have hundreds of slides and would like to have high res scans of some of them to print at home or have printed. They are $5.00 each at our lab. Can anyone suggest which would be the best scanner...
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November 16, 2005
 
  Scanning Slides
I have hundreds of slides and would like to have high res scans of some of them to print at home or have printed. They are $5.00 each at our lab. Can anyone suggest which would be the best scanner...
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November 21, 2005
 
  Polarizing filter comparison
I would like to buy a polarizing filter, and have foud that when comparing what appear to be the same type of filter, (i.e. same size, circular, etc.) the prices range from $250 down to under $20. ...
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November 15, 2005
 
  How much is it worth? Pentax P30T SLR
I may be purchasing a Pentax P30T SLR from a friend of the family. It has barely been used at all and has been stored in a safe place. It has 2 lenses with it. Does anyone have a ballpark idea o...
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December 12, 2005
 
  Fisheye Lens Options
I am the head photographer at my high school and my principal approached me about taking a picture of the school during a pep rally with a fisheye lens. What would be the best lens to buy for a Can...
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December 02, 2005
 
  Best Lens
Currently I am trying to find out which is the better lens for soccer 75-300 or the 100-300. I have a Canon Elan 7.I know a good "L" lens would be best but all I can spend is $200. ...
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November 10, 2005