BetterPhoto Q&A: Film-Based Camera Equipment

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  Medium Format Camera's
I am really interested in purchasing a medium format camera. I don't know anything about them except the film size and making enlargements. Can someone please explain how they are used and if i...
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February 20, 2004
 
  Tamron v Sigma
I am planning to purchase a tele-zoom lense > 400mm for my Nikon. I am thinking of Sigma 170-500mm F5-6.3 APO Aspherical AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lensor Tamron AF200-400mm F/5.6 lenseCan you please...
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March 01, 2004
 
  35 mm of choice for weddings
helloi am amlost putting money in canon and looks as if the eos 3 is where I am heading. canon is my choice due to glass and future r&d in digital. can anyone share someinfo in choice's i have...
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February 12, 2004
 
  polaroid
i'm wanting the murky quality of an old-school polaroid. do you have any suggestions for what I should buy?...
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February 12, 2004
 
  Buying a Older Camera Help!!!
Okay, so I am finally getting into large format. I am looking at the infamous Crown Graphic. My question is most of the cameras either have "cleaning marks" on the glass or small light leaks in t...
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March 20, 2004
 
  What 50mm Lens for my Minolta Maxxum 5?
I own a Maxxum 5 and am looking to purchase a 50mm lens - mostly for weddings/portraiture. I am looking at the Minolta 50mm f/1.4 and 50mm f/1.7 lenses. My question is:
* Which is better and/or ...
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February 14, 2004
 
  Macro lens
I have Canon Elan7 and I would like to buy a macro lens for it. I need help in understanding a few issues that would let me make a decision. First, what is the difference between 50mm and 100mm mac...
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February 11, 2004
 
  Where to buy Nikon MB10?
Where in India(preferably somewhere in Madras) can I purchase a new/used Nikon MB10 grip for N90S AF slr camera? Its prize? Can I make an online purchase? ...
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February 17, 2004
 
  choosing correct zoom lens
i have a pentax zx50 with the standard kit lense and not sure what type of zoom lense I should move into for outdoor photography...
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February 08, 2004
 
  Better lenses or Medium format?
I’m 23 years of age & I would like to make a living out of photography, but if I am to sell my work then I should seriously think about adding to my current gear. I am the proud owner of a M...
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February 20, 2004
 
  Flash accessories
Are there any accessories that can be placed on top of a camera, ie. 35mm that will trigger a flash that is off camera, coupled with an umbrella? Currently, the only way I can trigger the off came...
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February 08, 2004
 
  Beginner Looking for Starter SLR
I am just starting to get interested in photography and I am looking for a great beginner camera. I have looked at the Canon EOS Elan II and the Nikon N80. Can anyone let me know about these two ...
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September 01, 2004
 
  lens adapters
Hello,I have just purchased a Canon digital SLR. This is my first digicam; I've been a traditional photog for about 10 years. I have an extensive manual-focus system which includes some long ...
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February 05, 2004
 
  Sekonic light meter
Hello, love this site, I purchased Jim's book; The Absolute Beginners Guide..., before I discovered this site. My question is; where can I locate a users manual? As I am gearing up for my new h...
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April 08, 2004
 
  Sekonic light meter
Hello, love this site, I purchased Jim's book; The Absolute Beginners Guide..., before I discovered this site. My question is as I am gearing up for my new hobby I purchased a used light meter ...
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February 04, 2004
 
  Inexpensive but Portable Lighting
I was wondering if anyone could tell me how useful the "floodlights" from Wal-Mart would be for beginning portrait photography out of my home? And possibly for some minor location shooting as well...
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February 05, 2004
 
  What kind of camera should I buy
I would like to take action shots at my daughter's basketball games. I do not want to use flash as it is distracting. My funds are limited. What would be my best choice in film-based cameras...
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February 08, 2004
 
  Can I use Tamron/Kenko Teleconverters with Nikon
Hi This is my second question in this regard. I already got some helpful suggestions from Andy regarding Nikon teleconverters. (thanks to him)In the menatime I was looking at some other brands and ...
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February 07, 2004
 
  camera confusion
I love this website and all the info. available. I currently shoot with a Minolta Maxxum QTsi and want to step up to a film based camera for the serious amateur/beginning professional. I was look...
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May 21, 2004
 
  Camera Purchase
I am looking to purchase the kind of camera that is used by photographers at shows, events, etc. This is the kind of camera where the picture is pulled out and you wait for a few minutes before yo...
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February 02, 2004