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Steve McCroskey
 

How to Choose Film Speed


I have the opportunity to take photos at several holiday activities this fall. They will be held at night. How would I choose a film that will accommodate night-time work with little or no flash - only available street light and ambient light?


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July 27, 2004

 

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  I would use TMAX 3200, if you cannot, or don't want to, use flash. It will be grainy, but I like that look. Many people do not, however.


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July 27, 2004

 

Christiane Spadoni
  I always refer to the Kodak Existing Light table for tricking situations.
http://www.kodak.com/global/en/consumer/products/techInfo/ac61/#50714

more important than the film will be your lens. If you'll have better results with the 50mm f.1.8 than a telephoto with 4-5.6

Christi


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August 03, 2004

 
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