BetterPhoto Q&A: Digital Cameras and Accessories

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  Making the big jump from film to digital
I have had my Nikon Fm3a for 8 years and love it to death. But lately i'm having trouble finding places that even develop film anymore and finding the cost to buy and develop film have gone up....
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September 20, 2011
 
  Which fisheye lens is best?
HiI have a Canon 50D DSLR and would like to extend my lens capacity to include a fisheye lens. I am starting from a zero base here and would appreciate any advice and suggestions about which lens w...
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August 25, 2011
 
  Printer ESPON
Okay, I had a printer ESPON Stylus Photo R320 which was awesome. I had it for 10 years. It now has plumb wore out.I have been looking at printers and see two different ones I like:ESPON Stylus Phot...
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August 09, 2011
 
  Nikon D3100
greetings all..I am a hobbyist and started my digital photography journey with a small Fuji and now have a Nikon CoolPix P100. The P100 is a great little camera and I have taken some very nice phot...
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September 01, 2011
 
  Thinking of a new camera
Which camera do you prefer?Canon or Nikon...
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July 26, 2011
 
  which lens is better Sigma or Tamron?
Hi all I'm looking for help in deciding which lens to get the Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 or the Tamron 70-200mm f/2.8. The lens will be used mostly for equine sports events on a Canon 30D camera. ...
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July 26, 2011
 
  Canon 24/70mm f2.8L lens
I have a Canon 60D and I am looking at buying anew lens. I have on my wish list the new Canon telephoto 70-200mm f2.8L with IS. This is very expensive but am determined to save the money to get i...
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October 10, 2011
 
  Which Brand for Lens Hood?
I'm in the market to get a hood for my Canon Rebel Xsi kit lens (18-55mm) and also one for the 55-250 lens that I own. I would rather not spend a lot of money on them as I don't plan to kee...
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June 17, 2011
 
  Pro-Optic 14mm lens for Canon EOS
Has anyone had any experience with this lens. Want a wide angle lens for a Canon 40D and 7D, but don't want to pay $1000 dollars for one. Looks interesting. ...
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June 06, 2011
 
  Prime Lens with Teleconverter or Telephoto-Zoom
I'm wanting better telephoto capabilities. I'm debating between the Canon 300mm f/4 and using with a 2x teleconverter or the Sigma 50-500mm f/4.5-6.3. What would a teleconverter do to the...
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June 14, 2011
 
  What Camera to Buy?
I've been using a Canon 350D Rebel for a few years and intend to upgrade. My main subject is landscapes. I'm torn between the Canon EOS 60D and 7D. The question is, is the 7D worth the extr...
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June 02, 2011
 
  lenses
I'm thinking about renting a lens to test it out. any recommendations for the best place to rent from?...
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October 10, 2011
 
  CANON 24-105L lens
hi guys and girlsI know many of you are using the Canon 24-105 L USM lens. Could you let me know the pros n cons of the lens am planning to buy one for my 7D...
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June 03, 2011
 
  which tamron lens to buy
Is it worth paying £250,00 more for a Tamron 18-270mm f3.5-6.3 VC PZD Lens instead of the Tamron 18-270mm f3.5-6.3 VC Lens ( the only difference being the PZD which for me as a beginner does not m...
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May 18, 2011
 
  CANON 7D Mark II
What is the news on upgrades for the 5D mark II and 7D MarkII. I have heard they are coming out with either one in the summer. ...
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May 11, 2011
 
  upgrading digital camera
I have been using a small Canon powershot Elph to learn the basics of digital photography. I would now like to buy a more advanced camera to continue learning photography in more depth. I cannot a...
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May 05, 2011
 
  D300s or D7000
Which one and why?I appreciate the input...
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July 04, 2011
 
  To Upgrade or Not to Upgrade?
I am currently using a Nikon D90 and I am thinking to upgrade to a full format - D700 or even D3x or D3s. I am just not sure if it will make a difference at the amateur level, where I am. Thoughts...
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May 11, 2011
 
  Telephot Lens and digital compact amera
Hi Hope some of you who have had the experience could help me.I havd just finished a beginners course with better photo which has been great. I have a Canon 500d 18-55mm. I now would like to buy a...
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April 01, 2011
 
  External Hard Drives
I bought 2 Lacie Hard drives--one crashed in about a year, so I replaced it with a Seagate Free Agent. Now the Seagate Free Agent has crashed after about a year. I want to buy a new External Hard ...
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April 01, 2011