BetterPhoto Q&A: Camera Film

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  Film
I was just wondering if you are able to tell me the technical differences between fast and slow b&W film. Cheers...
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June 16, 2003
 
  Best film for landscapes
It was recommended to me to use Portra 160VC and Portra 400 VC for my pictures on an upcoming trip to New Zealand and Australia. I will be talking mostly landscape photos. Is this the right fil...
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October 17, 2002
 
  Where to buy black and white film
What stores can I buy black and white film?...
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February 04, 2003
 
  Which Type of Film Will Enhance Colors?
I've heard that certain film types can enhance colors in your film. I am a student and during the year I would never ever use anything but Kodak TMAX Film either 100 or 400, but now it's su...
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July 29, 2002
 
  Fuji Films in India
Hi there,So far I have been shooting with Fuji Reala since it was easily available in Germany and one of the best negative film in consumer lineup. But in India its not available. Instead they reco...
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April 08, 2003
 
  Professional Vs Consumer Slides films
Last time I asked a similar questions on *Slides Vs Negative* and got the answer that I should shoot negative. Thats because I doesn't shoot frequently and prefered to get all my photos printed...
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April 15, 2002
 
  Slide film or Negative film
It is known that a slide film is much better than a negative film, especially when one wants to enlarge a print. But I seldom enlarges any of my prints. So should I stick to negatives or switch ove...
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March 24, 2002
 
  what film to use for my canon rebel 2000 in the ou
i just got a canon rebel 2000 i'm interested in taking far and close up shots of animals in the wild but I dont know what kind of film to use. If you have an idea please e-mail me back at skira...
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March 21, 2002
 
  Winter Sports Photography
Taking action winter sports photos such as ski racing is it still necessary to open 1 to 2 stops for the snow as you would do for a landscape shot? What speed film would you recommend?...
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November 26, 2001
 
  Enlargements - Film and Standard Sizes
I am brand new to real photography, I just went out and bought a Canon Rebel 2000 and have been practicing with it. I am interested in gettin...
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October 19, 2001
 
  Print vs. Slide (or Transparency) Film
What is the difference between print and slide film? Is slide film the same as transparency film? I bought some tungsten film, and the clerk asked me which I would like... I went with the print, be...
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September 05, 2001
 
  Best Film for Portaits - Portra vs. Reala?
Ok, so I've heard conflicting recommendations about these two films and am wondering what you all recommend, personally...I am shooting with a Minolta Maxxum 300si and will be using a strobe fl...
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May 09, 2002
 
  Best Film Choice; Speed/Brand
I am planning a trip to Peru. I will be going into the Amazon and may need to take action shots, sometimes at night or early morning. I will also be in bright sunlight at places like Machu Picchu a...
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August 24, 2001
 
  Filters and Type of Film for Trip to France
I'm going to France in a few weeks and I'm looking for that great photo. What type of film and filters should I consider buying. I'd rather stick to print film in color and black and wh...
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August 20, 2001
 
  Safari Photography Advice
I will shortly be going to South Africa to take slides of the wildlife for references for my oil paintings. As my lens speeds are not fast - 70-210mm, f4.5 zoom, 28-80mm, f3.5 zoom and a 400mm tele...
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August 01, 2001
 
  Colour Saturation and Vibrancy
Hello,I am new to photography and am loving it. However, I am curious as to how to make the colour in my shots seem more saturated and vibrant.Recently, I switched over to using Fuji Superia Negat...
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August 07, 2001
 
  Best Film for Sports Photography
What is the best film to use for indoor basketball games?...
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July 18, 2001
 
  Nightclub Photos
I have been trying to get shots of my husband's band and can't seem to get it right.I need specific info on what speed the film should be, what the aperture should be set at, and what shutt...
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June 03, 2001
 
  Film Type Question
I typically use your basic Kodak Gold or Fuji Superia brand films. Made the horrific m...
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December 01, 2002