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  Film Best Suited for Enlargements
What speed film is the best to use that will allow me to have 8x10 enlargements made? I am not a porfessional, I take spontaneous photos of family and friends and then pick the ones to enlarge. I ...
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April 23, 2003
 
  Using the Bogen Super Clamp
Ideas for super clamp shots:1. Attach your $5,000 camera and Bogen Super Clamp to the end of a golf club in swing at tee off. Better use a protective filter for this one...2. Position your camera w...
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June 13, 2002
 
  Ink Removal
How can I remove ink from photos? I wrote on the back of photos,ink wasn't dry and stained previous photo in stack.Thank you....
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June 06, 2002
 
  Choosing proper camera filter sizes and accesories
Hello,I was wondering if all photographic cameras have the same thread pitch for all filters and accessories to screw into the camera. Obviously the diameter changes depending on the camera size bu...
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June 06, 2002
 
  Why Photos are Almost Entirely White
I have a 2 year-old Pentax Elfina T-- a small, APS camera with a little zoom lens. I have been primarily using Kodak Advantix 400 film, but recently also used some Fuji film. My last three rolls ...
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June 06, 2002
 
  Built in Flash or Separate Flash to be attached
I have a new Canon Rebel 2000. I am considering buying an additional flash for it. What brand would you recommend? Pros and cons. I am just learning my camera and open to any suggestions. Do y...
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June 06, 2002
 
  built in and off camera flash
I purchased a Minolta ST/SI Maxxum QD 35mm SLR camera. What would you suggest. Is it possible to live with my built in flash or do I need a flash that I can attach. I know that I cannot get much di...
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June 06, 2002
 
  Selecting a Telephoto Lens
Looking for Telephoto lens for my Minolta 500si. At the present I am leaning toward sticking with a Minolta brand Lens but I have seen several other aftermarket brands. Looking for recomendations. ...
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June 05, 2002
 
  Why can't Kodak processing do better at processing
Why can't Wal*Mart do a better job of processing Fugi film. It always comes out a light blue color, and no other colors. We have several rolls that this was done to. We cannot find any proce...
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August 21, 2002
 
  zone system and incident light meters
Ive been reading about the Zone system, and think I am ok with using it with the reflective light meter on my camera. However, my question is....do you still use the zone system when using an inc...
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June 05, 2002
 
  How to operate continuous shoots on a Rebel 2000
I have a new Canon Rebel 2000 which I love, but am new to learning all the modes and settings on it. I have read the instruction booklet, but I am still have difficulties figuring out how to use t...
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June 05, 2002
 
  Digital Photography with Green Screen
I need to know what digtal camera is good for photography with green screen in the background. Can you recommend a software that can help with manipulating images shot with green screen.Thanks,...
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June 04, 2002
 
  Is It OK to Keep UV Filter on Lens All the Time
Is it a good practice to keep UV filter on my 28-200 wide angle zoom lens at all times to protect my lense?...
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June 05, 2002
 
  wHICH KIND OF ZOOM LENSE IS BEST???
OK, I'M FIXING TO BUY A NEW 35MM CAMERA BUT I CAN'T DECIDE IF A AUTOMATIC ZOOM (THE ONES LIKE WHERE YOU PRESS THE BUTTON AND THE ZOOM GOES IN AND OUT) OR A CAMERA WHERE YOU LIKE TWIST THE L...
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June 06, 2002
 
  Exposure with Nikon SB 28
I am currently using a Nikon F80(N80) with SB 28 Speedlight when shooting 35mmm.On interiors the exposure can sometimes be a little "dirty" or underexposed. These subjects would always be well with...
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June 04, 2002
 
  basic or Standard lenses 28-80mm and 50mm
Ihave a Minolta ST/SI Maxxum 35mm SLR camera with a 28-200 wide angle zoom lense.Is it a good idea to have a standard lense like a 28-80 or 50mmlense. I am also thinking about a 24mm lense with a F...
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June 03, 2002
 
  What is Overcompensation on my Camera?
How would I take the course on Beginning Photography, and how would I pay for it on the internet. It is $195.00.What text would I have to buy for this course?Do you accept the Discover card?...
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June 12, 2002
 
  Help Me Get Started!
I have always loved taking photos of amazing places I've been lucky enough to vosit in the past using a SLR camera. I have now purchased a medium format camera, but now I have the illness M.E. ...
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June 04, 2002
 
  Quality between digital and scanned film
I own a Fuji 6900 and an epson photo printer but I am disapointed with action shots on the Fuji shuter lag EVF freez while aiming at action etc apart from this I am happy with the quality.So I woul...
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June 05, 2002
 
  Film processing options
I took my N80 on a recent visit to Alaska and (i think)have great photos.I am new in Chicago and USA and would like to know where can I get my 25 rolls of film developed inexpensively.I have tried ...
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June 03, 2002