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  manual vs auto focus
Second attempt at this...server lost me the first time.....I have been shooting with a Canon T90 for over 10 years now with good results. I have upgraded to a Canon EOS Elan 7E with Canon 28-90 and...
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July 15, 2005
 
  saving images without compression
HI, Can someone tell me how to save files with very large amounts of one color without having them appear compressed. Before I save my image it is beautiful but no matter what format it is saved in...
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April 26, 2002
 
  Teleconverters
I have a Pentax ZX-7 with a Tamron 28-200mm 4.5-5.6 lens, and would like to buy a 2x teleconverter. My question is what is basic difference between the AF and manual focus ones? The manual focus ...
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April 23, 2002
 
  Setting up a Simple Studio & Telephoto Lenses
First of all I'm wanting to set up a simple portrait studio and wondering where to start. I also am looking into getting a telephoto zoom lens under $500-600 and need some advice as to what be...
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April 23, 2002
 
  What lense to buy
Is it true that it is best to buy lenses that are made by the same manufacturer as your camera - i.e. Nikon lenses for a Nikon slr? I have always heard to is what to get but then I look in photo ...
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April 23, 2002
 
  Grainy Black and White
I would like to take black and white pictures in day time and also at night without a flash. The effect for both has to be on the grainy side. What film do you recommend? Also, what shutter speed ...
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May 07, 2002
 
  How to Cut and Paste a Human Figure's Shape?
I want to know how do I cut a human figure from a picture to paste it in another new one. I want to cut it following the most exact shape of the person to cut. ...
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April 23, 2002
 
  Microtek Scanmaker 8700
Greetings,I have been searching for months to find any testimonials (reviews) of the Microtek Scanmaker 8700 Dual Platform scanner (both a flatbed and "bottom drawer" glassless film scanner), but a...
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April 22, 2002
 
  pics of a scene from a far,turn into one big pic.
I have seen people that take say...30 pictures of a landscape scene, a beach, for instance taking small pictures from side to side and then spread them all out on top of each other and line them up...
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April 21, 2002
 
  What photos do I need for.........?
What kind of photos do I need if I want to work onboard a Cruise Ship? Are there any photos in particular they are looking for? I am very good in landscapes and have a few photos of model's I&#...
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April 21, 2002
 
  Subject Dark in Shadows
Hi,I have the Olympus ZLR. The photos are great indoors. But outdoors, when there is good sunshine and I stand in the shade to take pictures, then the items/persons in the shade are too dark and th...
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April 22, 2002
 
  How to Get Pro Looking Pics of People
i just started putting together this magazine, but I need good - no great! - pictures of people. However, I've never taken photography classes and my pictures are not coming out all that great!...
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April 23, 2002
 
  using AE & FE compensation
I am using Canon Eos 50e with speedlite 550 ex. I learned that there is such thing as flash exposure compensation & Exposure compensation thing. I do not know how to use it. When I try to use i...
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April 19, 2002
 
  Where Is This Place?
I have two questions:1. I have a place that I took several pictures of and would like to know more about the site. It is in southern Utah along I-70, I believe. I was not watching close enough to ...
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April 24, 2002
 
  First "Real" Job
Hello! I'm so excited. Just got a request to do some photos, though I don't have all the details yet. Was hoping to get some advice on setting prices for the shoot and then the prints after...
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April 23, 2002
 
  windows 95
Can I get by with usng Windows 95 with a Sony Mavica MVC-200 digital cameraThanks...
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December 08, 2002
 
  using add-on lenses
I just purchased some add-on lenses for my Kodak DX3500,a close up and a wide angle.I'd like more information on when and how to use them for better pictures...
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April 17, 2002
 
  How to shoot Lightening
On several occasions, I have attempted to 'expand my horizons' by shooting a lightening storm at night (and very unsuccesfully). I have the Nikon N90s with a 24-120mm and a 20-300mm zoom l...
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April 19, 2002
 
  Darkroom Techniques - Dodging and Burning
I see on various Web sites terms such as dodging and burning. I'd like to know what these terms mean, and any further information on what a professional lab can do when I order an enlargement ...
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April 17, 2002
 
  Teleconverter
I can't to afford to buy a 400mm lens and I shoot a lot of film on sporting events, especially baseball. Is there a compatible telecoverter for a Tamron 28-300mm f/3/5-6/3 ld aspherical with an...
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April 19, 2002