BetterPhoto Q&A: Traditional Film Photography

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  Bracketing- Nikon N80
Can somebody please explain to me the bracketing function? From what I've read in theinstructions manual, it seems that I could take multiple pics in sequence. The camera offers three types of ...
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March 05, 2007
 
  Bracketing- Nikon N80
Can somebody please explain to me the bracketing function? From what I've read in theinstructions manual, it seems that I could take multiple pics in sequence. The camera offers three types of ...
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February 22, 2007
 
  camera,film,and airport security
i am going on a tirp to mexico I have a cannon rebel are there any precautions I need to take with the camera and film for the x ray machine for cary on or should I check my camera in my bag ...
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February 17, 2007
 
  Digital SLR cameras vs. Film-Based SLRs
What is the future of fil photographyas you forsee it?When will film photography becomeobsolete.Is it possible to purchasedigital SLR cameras that willaccept lenses used previouslywith film SLR cam...
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February 17, 2007
 
  How to shoot snow flakes
How do you shoot snow flakes?...
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February 08, 2007
 
  35mm (film) aperature settings
Will you tell me if this is correct?To obtain a long depth of field where everything from foreground to background appears to be in focus - I need a small aperature? To obtain a narrow depth of fie...
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February 05, 2007
 
  Taking off lense. will it damage film?
I have an Olympus OM20 and I have two lenses. A 210mm zoom and a 35mm that came with it. There is already a active film inside the camera and I am wondering if I take off the lense and replace it ...
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February 03, 2007
 
  Film Speed When Shooting in Horse Arena
What would the best or at least better film speed be for shooting indoor with natural light and mild action? Specifically equine movement?...
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February 01, 2007
 
  First role w/Canon T2, very disappointed
Canon T2 cameraSigma 28-50mm lenseVery disappointed with my first role from my new Canon T2 35mm. Using Kodak High def. 400 speed; the color, sharpness, and clarity was terrible for an SLR (to say ...
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March 05, 2007
 
  Beginner - Depth of Field and Motion Photography
Hi,I am a beginner in Photography, taking a class at my University in Philadelphia. I have to do an assignment which requires me to shoot a film with Depth of Field (Aperture) and Motion (Shutter S...
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February 05, 2007
 
  Developing a ten year old roll of film
I need to develop a roll of 35mm tmax 400 that was exposed 10 years ago. I am looking for professional and experienced opinion of a developer/time/temperature combination that will yield exceptable...
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February 21, 2007
 
  shooting the sky and sun
i am currently working on a project documenting the sky, often with the sun directly in frame. I am curious as to which film best suits this purpose. I have been told that fuji color slide film wor...
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January 26, 2007
 
  want nice crisp indoor shots of my son
Hi!! I had a manual Pentax K-1000 with vivitar flash. Gave nice indoor shots at low-mod. light. I needed no books to learn! Just set flash on auto, snapped and got nice results. Camera and flash we...
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January 23, 2007
 
  can any one tell me if my new camera is any good?
ive just bought a camera from ebay and I think its a really nice looking thing but im not sure how good it is and what lenses to buy for it. any help would be much appreciated thanks ...
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January 25, 2007
 
  Shooting sports pictures
I have a Nikon F-100, I am planning to take pictures of a basketball game indoors. What film speed should I uase and will I need a flash?...
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January 19, 2007
 
  Lens
Which is better for close up shots of hummingbirds the Minolta 56-170 or 28-56...
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January 18, 2007
 
  film vs. digital
I have a Canon Rebel 2000 that I absolutely love. I realize there are many advantages to a digital, but I'm reluctant to give my Canon up. Am I missing the boat, and holding on to an obsolete...
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January 26, 2007
 
  Avoid Camera Shake Without a Tripod?
Are there any tips to taking good pics without a tripod? Thanks! ...
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January 24, 2007
 
  Holga?
Hi gang it has been a while since I asked a Q am sure someone has the ans, am a student now (blk & wh II) and I was told to purchase a "Holga" where can I fine one at low cost of course? What i...
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January 16, 2007
 
  Canon AE-1 manual setting.
I'm slowly getting to grips with my newly acquired AE-1 and wanted to try out some manual settings. I have various FD lenses, some with the older type chrome mounting rings and others with the ...
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January 14, 2007