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  Fuji Films in India
Hi there,So far I have been shooting with Fuji Reala since it was easily available in Germany and one of the best negative film in consumer lineup. But in India its not available. Instead they reco...
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April 08, 2003
 
  Test shots on slide film
I have always been a Nikon prime lens user.. but a car accident left me with a bad back so now cannot travel with all my gear... so I will buy my first zoom lens. The problem is that the Nikon 2...
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May 06, 2002
 
  Uploading a Photo (delete option)
Hi Jim,I was wondering if there was a way in the future to implement a delete option after uploading photos. Sometimes I have noticed they don't look right and want to make changes to adjust t...
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June 03, 2002
 
  how to shoot in a dark night club
my husband is in a rock band and I want to take pictures of the band while theyare playing in a dark nightclub. the pics always turn out dark, I have a epson 750 z what settings should I use...
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May 09, 2002
 
  Need more informatin about Novoflex bellows
I recently purchased a Novoflex bellows. It says Novoflex-Automatik 1:4.5/135R. This 135mm lens has aperture readings of405, 5.6, 8, 11, 16, and 22. On the lower portion of the lenses where it scre...
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May 05, 2002
 
  How to Compare Macro Lenses
How do I go about comparing Macro lenses? Should I stick with buying a lens that is the same brand as my camera (Minolta)? I am interested in nature photography, and I will be using the new macro ...
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May 07, 2002
 
  metering subjects lit from below light table
How to take light meter readings from subjects illuminated from below on a light table. Example: semi-transluscent materials (e.g. dried white flowers) Lens Used: normal 80mm Hasselblad E...
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May 05, 2002
 
  Slides made into prints +enlargements
My question is about getting my slides made into prints. . . and then enlarged. I have done this before via laser processing and have been very happy. . I cannot remember who I used, however. Do ...
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May 05, 2002
 
  Photo Contest One Per Day Entered.
Well I was so keen to sign up to start enjoying your great website that I broke a contest rule without thinking.I was so keen to upload my photo's and to enter them in the contest that I failed...
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June 03, 2002
 
  Best Way to Make Image Thumbnails
How do I create thumbnail images of my photos so that I don't have to open them to see what they are? I have Photoshop 5.5. I recently took several photos with my digital camera and when I open...
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May 05, 2002
 
  Leica Minilux vs. Contax T3
Since I want a high quality compact camera, with the option of manual override, and would never take an SLR with me due to its size and weight. I do care more about lens quality than having a zoom,...
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May 10, 2002
 
  Where is the Light Box
Where can I find the "Light Box"?...
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May 11, 2002
 
  F/16 Rule Guide
I once saw a pretty comprehensive list of the standard f/16 or "Sunny 16" rule exposures. It listed not only the norms, such as sunny day, open shade, closed shade, etc. but had a good list of spec...
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May 04, 2002
 
  Photo Course Q&A
I'm taking Bryan's Understanding Exposure course and would like to get involved in the Q&A so that I can introduce myself, etc. How do I direct my questions/comments there?...
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May 04, 2002
 
  How to correctly sign a fine art photograph?
How do I correctly sign a fine art photograph before it is matted and framed behind glass? -Do I use a pencil or pen and sign on the matt?-What information should I include and where (name, date, t...
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May 05, 2002
 
  Canon AE-1
I recently accquired a Canon AE-1 from my brother, who has had it for 15 years or more(he thinks), it has only had 1 roll of film shot through it, and is in better condition than the cameras I curr...
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May 05, 2002
 
  Action Photos and 1600 Speed Film
I am using Fuji Super HG 1600 speed film to photograph youth softball games. I chose this film for the fast action. The pictures are developing fine, but they appear to have a somewhat grainy app...
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May 24, 2002
 
  is f/1.4 on a 50 mm lens...
is f/ 1.4 too much on a 50 mm lens for taking pictures in a bar, should it be a higher #? (how did u guess I have no ides what I am doing? ) I got the 50mm lens, the fast fast film..now what is an ...
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May 04, 2002
 
  How do I get a warm skin tone in portrait shots?
I am attempting to shoot my daughter's senior portrait, and possibly some others too. I will shoot most of the shots around dusk OR in a shaded area. As most shaded area shots have a slight coo...
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May 08, 2002
 
  Accessories for a Sony DSC-F707
Just got a new Sony DSC-F707. Would you recommend a 2x lens extender or wide angle lens adapter? Close-up filter? Any other accessories?ThanksBob Hall...
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September 18, 2002