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  Photo-editing Software for Macintosh
Just switched from PC to Mac but not too happy with photo-editing software available. I personally do not like Adobe (steep learning curve, etc.) and was completely spoiled by Microsoft Imaging Pr...
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September 30, 2004
 
  can u get me the user manual
Hi Can any one tell me where can I get user manual of canon EOS 3000N in english language?...
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September 30, 2004
 
  PC connection to a 10 D Canon
I have just purchased a Canon 10 D camera for my business. I also currently own a cheap Britek PS 200 strobe lighting system. After reading the camera operational manual it says the polarity of the...
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September 30, 2004
 
  High zoom hot shoe flash
I have a 100-500mm zoom lens but my current Speedlite flash only covers to 130mm so when I zoom in on something my flash becomes useless. Where can I get a flash with enough zoom to at least come c...
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September 29, 2004
 
  Where do you set a slave when taking group shots?
Could you tell me where to set up the slave flash if I am taking group shots, such as at a wedding? I am concerned that with a flash attachment on the camera (diffused or bounced) and the slave fl...
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October 02, 2004
 
  Nikon D-70 Autofocus
I have a Nikon D-70 and like to use Autofocus for shots on wedding ceremonies, etc. I have problems with the shutter button locking so I sometimes miss a good shot. I know there is alot of differen...
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September 27, 2004
 
  Metz 60 Ct1 Mains Unit
Does anyone know about the metz 60 ct1 running directly from household current without the dryfit battery? Is it possible? Does Metz make any mains unit for the 60ct1 or Ct4? Can't seem to find...
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December 07, 2004
 
  Self-repair of Metz 60CT1 flash
i have two Metz 60CT1 flashes and now being too old are firing full light instead of computer control light control (light control circuit is defective). Can anyone repaired/replaced with other cir...
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November 09, 2004
 
  How to use an older model Hasselblad lens
I purchased an older model Hasselblad 5.6 250mm Synchro-Compur lens to use with my 500cm Hasselblad. I cannot figure out how to use it. The F-stop ring does not rotate separately from the shutter...
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September 23, 2004
 
  Niko F60 faults
Hi ! In December, 1998, I offered my wife a Nikon F60 camera bought in my city of Béziers (France)Since then, we've had several times the same problem : unwanted automatic rewinding midst of r...
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October 08, 2004
 
  Tips on scanning dias
I own an Epson Perfection 1240U Photo that can scan dias... problem is I'm a bit confused on how to scan them: what resolution should I need? I've heard it's better to scan at the highe...
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September 28, 2004
 
  olympus c-990 zoom flash problem
The FLASH on my Olympus c990- zoom has stopped working (the rest of the camara is ok). Cost of investigating by Olmpus £100+ and repair cost on top of that.Possible DIY ? (I have lots of tools !)R...
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September 22, 2004
 
  Vivitar Flash
I can not get my Vivitar 283 flash to work on my Pentax Spotmatic. If I remove the flash from the camera it will flash it also will flash when the metal tip on the foot touched the metal body. It...
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September 20, 2004
 
  Can you reset EOS Rebel II?
Is there a way to reset the Rebel II camera. I have been having problems on/off. Sometimes make 3-4 pictures all at once. Any suggestions?...
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September 21, 2004
 
  Camera locks up
My Nikon N80 occaisionally locks up upon pressing on shutter release (the viewfinder goes black). The only remedy I have found to work is to press the shutter release again. This ruines the shot :(...
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October 03, 2004
 
  computers
Hi I am setting up a web site photo libray for the British Mountain guides.I am purchasing a Nikon 5000 ED scanner with an automated batch scanner.I would like to buy a good computer and monitor to...
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September 19, 2004
 
  computers
Hi I am setting up a web site photo libray for the British Mountain guides.I am purchasing a Nikon 5000 ED scanner with an automated batch scanner.I would like to buy a good computer and monitor to...
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September 19, 2004
 
  won't take the picture
Everything works on camera, focus, flash.It won't take the picture. My display reads 90,4.5. I put new batteries in and checked the film....
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September 19, 2004
 
  Epson CX5200 printer trouble
Relatively new Epson Stylus CX5200 printer (Printer/Copier/Scanner) just started skipping portions of page when printing. In a page of print, (8.5 X 11), top portion, about an inch, is faint to non...
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September 16, 2004
 
  regarding lense
i am having FX3-2000 yashica SLR camera I want to buy lense for the same.Yashica lenses are not available in India.Is there any reputed lense with Yashica mount in market.please give information...
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September 16, 2004