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  Circular polarizer v/s Linear polarizer
I have read that autofocus cameras don't calculate the exposure value correctly with a linear polarizer. Could someone throw some light on the reason(s) behind this and any workaround? Does it ...
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December 15, 2004
 
  Problems with Nikon N55
Last Christmas, I bought my wife a Nikon N55. It's worked pretty well over that year, taking family photos. The past few rolls, however, were a little blurry (using autofocus). On Thanksgivi...
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December 20, 2004
 
  Parts for Minolta Dynax 7xi
I have a Minolta Dynax 7xi. The lens release button fell off and is now lost. Now I can't change my lens. Where can I purchase a replacement lens release button? Thanks....
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December 13, 2004
 
  Purple Pictures in all modes
Hi,I had bought an olympus C-770 two days back and took great pics untill today afternoon from when all the pics are fully purple. I have tried all the settings. Even the videos are now purple. The...
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December 13, 2004
 
  getting the correct color when photos are printed
I have a epson stylus 2200 and the photos it puts out do not match what is on my screen. On my screen the pictures are bright and have more color. The pictures that my printer puts out are like th...
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December 11, 2004
 
  camera operation
Anyone offering a course on the mechanics of specific cameras? Thank you. Chet at chetsut@gmail.com ...
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December 11, 2004
 
  camera operation
I am a photograper but all of my experience has been with film. I have a new digital (Cannon Power Shot A-75). My problem is how to use it. Unfortunately I can not use my great lenses that were on ...
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December 12, 2004
 
  focus on n65
I have a nikon 65 and when I look through the viewfinder the I see everything blurry even when the focus indicator stops blinking.(I don't need glasses!)The prints come out clear. Why is everyt...
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December 07, 2004
 
  flash won't fire with camers
Hi, I recently purchased a Sunpak 544 flash to use with my Canon Elan 7E. I am using a hot shoe adapter with a pc cord. The cord was supplied with the flash. The problem I am having is that I can n...
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February 21, 2005
 
  Can One Make a Sun Diffuser?
The sun in my part of the world is particularly harsh. Often I'd like to shoot outdoors but need something to act as a diffuser (key shifting). Can anyone recommend a good material for a DIY pr...
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December 08, 2004
 
  closeup filters
Hello, I bought the Hoya closeup set that comes in +1,+2,+4. I am using it with my Sigma 70-300mm macro APO lens and my 18-55mm lens. When I put the lenses on, one at a time, I cannot see anythin...
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December 03, 2004
 
  How to Change a Flash
I own a Minolta AF zoom camera, and my flash recently burned out and I can't figure out how to change or replace the flash. Could you please help me out, so I can quit buying one-time-use cam...
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December 07, 2004
 
  cannon camer power shot a-75
I am unable to get my camera Cannon Power Shot A-75 to focus in Micro mode. It seems if I move the zoom control it tries to focus but winds up fuzzy. Any help will be appreciated. my e-mail is cpsu...
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December 02, 2004
 
  PROBLEM WITH FLASH
I am useing a EOS 1 and EOS 3 with the bp , it seems that when I hook up a 550EX flash I get a BC on the read out the camera just shuts down blinking BC if I take the battery out for a few seconds ...
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November 30, 2004
 
  Has anyone had to have their EOS Rebel serviced.
I just purchased the EOS Digital camera for Christmas. I purchased a 5 year extended warranty for $89.00. This is a very expensive camera and wasn't sure of its reliability. Has anyone had to s...
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December 02, 2004
 
  Fill Flash
I have a Canon E0S 300D and have been reading about ways to take better pictures. Using a fill flash is recommended for portraits taken in bright light but I can't find any instructions in my ...
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November 29, 2004
 
  how to avoid getting overexposed images of people
When I am taking pictures of young children, and candid images, inside ,in a low light situation and I set the camera on full auto(as I do not have time to make adjustments, due to the fact that t...
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November 29, 2004
 
  Minolta Maxxum 7000 Troubleshooting
While looking through the viewfinder of my Maxxum 7000 and framing a subject, the view went to black. Batteries are OK and the same thing (black view) happens with other lenses. I can read the LC...
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November 28, 2004
 
  Add Olympus D510 imaging device
My computer crashed, and I lost my capability to transfer images from my Olympus D510. I've also lost the CD which setup my computer. I have used a USB port connection in the past. Can anyone a...
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November 27, 2004
 
  Lenses
I just purchased the canon 20d and have taken a bunch of pictures with the lens that came with it. I am not happy with the clairity of the photos. They are just not crystal clear. Should I buy a...
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November 24, 2004