BetterPhoto Q&A: Traditional Film Photography

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  Portraits in front of fireplace
I was asked to take some portraits at a party that my friend is hosting. She would like the portraits to be in front of a fireplace. I was wondering what would be the best way to set this up. I ...
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January 07, 2004
 
  Minolta IV F light meter for dummies
I have an older medium format camera without a built in light meter, so I purchased a used Minolta IV F light meter but don't have a clue how to use it. To take a landscape photo what do I do. ...
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January 07, 2004
 
  Exposure Setting with Off Camera Flash
There have been many postings on Exposure and using the reflective metering within the camera. I own a minolta Maxxum 5 and will soon be taking some photos of a wedding. I purchased a bracket and...
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January 06, 2004
 
  How Good Are Those Scanners With Slide Attachement
I am new to photography and I thought it may be a good idea to purchase a scanner, say from HP which has a peripheral attachment for 35mm negatives. I would take my roll of 35mm film and just have...
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December 15, 2003
 
  Shooting marathon runners
Hello all! I'm very excited. I was just invited to shoot for the Dallas White Rock Marathon race results book on Dec 15 this year. I would appreciate any suggestions any of you might want to of...
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November 11, 2002
 
  What is 'Flash sync'
Hi! Could someone please tell me what is meant by 'flash sync'? I have an Olympus OM-10 (which is not TTL) and a Vivitar 4600. What settings should I use for night photography? Does the 460...
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December 09, 2002
 
  what is wide angle used for
A new question for Jeff or anyone else who choses to answer. If a wide angle lens distorts the sides what is it used for. I thought wide angle meant to take wide shots. Jeff I noticed in one of ...
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November 08, 2002
 
  Re: Pushing film
RE: Pushing film:: Thank you all very much, the information has been most helpful. Beverly J. ...
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October 27, 2002
 
  Who makes their film?
Who makes the film or provides the film for Walgreens, Kmart, Walmart, etc. stores but provide their own packaging? Is it Fuji? Kodak? Other?...
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November 03, 2002
 
  Hardware Blues
Hi! I'm a rank amateur when it comes to photography, using the point-and-shoot variety till now, but then I've decided to jump in with a bang. And there's the problem. I purchased an us...
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October 21, 2002
 
  How to Capure Photos from Vcr?
How do I copy or capture photos from my VCR to computer as regular pictures to be able to print them out?I don't have digital camcorder.kj...
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October 17, 2002
 
  How images are formed on Color film
How does light produce an image on color film? (specifically)...
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October 16, 2002
 
  Speed of film
I have a Canon sureshot Zoom camera. Sometimes the pictures appear dark, especially at the top. What film speed should I use so this doesn't happen?...
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October 12, 2002
 
  Slow shutter speed and whatelse?
I and my husband are going on a few hours trip to a fall and streams place near our hometown this weekend. I just stepped into this art. I know that I should use slow shutter speed to capture cotto...
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October 11, 2002
 
  Filters
I was wondering what's the difference between the filters?...
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October 07, 2002
 
  What Is The Best Film For Chrome
I need some help in the film section. I have been shooting for a couple of years and untill recent only shooting negative. I have started to shoot chrome and am not sure about which film is recomen...
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August 13, 2004
 
  ASA-what does it mean?
What do the ASA numbers mean on film? I know there are the numbers 120,220 and 135. I usually buy 135, but is there a reason I should look into 220 or 120? Are these better for certain types of pho...
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September 17, 2002
 
  Differences in Minolta Maxxum Models
What are the differences between Minolta Maxxum 5 and Minolta QTsi? Why is the Maxxum 5 considerably more in cost? Is it worth it, especially for a beginning photographer?...
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July 08, 2004
 
  What is
What is a C-print?...
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August 22, 2002
 
  Good Beginners books
Name a couple of good beginner books on photography??...
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December 29, 2004