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  Olympus C5050z
My Olympus C5050z has been working flawlessly for years until recently. When taking photos, I see colored shadows in the LCD and when I take photos it appears that the camera has been drastically m...
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May 01, 2006
 
  Nikon N55 Problem
I have loaded about 4 rolls of film onto my brand new camera with no issue. I just finished one and tried to load the fifth, but when I turned the camera on to wind, it did basically nothing, but i...
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April 16, 2006
 
  lenses
ok so would a older cannon lens or older slr work on a digital slr...
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April 16, 2006
 
  Is there something wrong with my lens?
Hi. I decided that I would fork up the big bucks to buy what is supposed to be an excellent lens- Nikon 28-70 2.8D AF-S ED-IF. I hoped that this heavyweight would be a great addition to my Nikon ...
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April 12, 2006
 
  Sensor cleaning - Copperhill
Anyone use this website for ordering their sensor cleaning supplies? Just wondering if you recommend them? Thanks!...
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April 15, 2006
 
  whats wrong with my camera?
I have an Olympus OM-1. Its a very old camera but has been in great condition up till a few days ago when the shutter release decided it had enough. it feels loose and flimsy and like its disconect...
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April 23, 2006
 
  problems with focus in creative zones on my rebel
I'm having problems with AF focusing on my digital rebel XT when shooting in creative zones. Whenever I depress the shutter halfway I see a redlight flash in the near right AF box. It seems to ...
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April 08, 2006
 
  How to Check Sharpness of a Lens
I bought a 180mm L-series Canon macro lens. I was expecting to have super sharp images and now I am shocked that it doesn't get that sharp as I expected it to be more sharp than the 105mm Macro...
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April 07, 2006
 
  is the MINOLTA company really closed????
I went to Konica's site today to read up on warranty information because I have 2 Minolta Camera's and they are apparently closed (bought out maybe?).It says that Sony Inc. is now in Charge...
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April 07, 2006
 
  How do I get my computer to accept RAW image data?
I have a Canon Digital Rebel and have been trying to learn the manual settings but I can not load the RAW images to either the MAC or PC. We have iPhoto, photoshop and final cut pro. What am I doin...
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April 09, 2006
 
  Minolta Maxxum AF 500 Reflex Lens
I recently purchased a Minolta Maxxum 500mm AF Reflex mirror lens used and I need a copy of the original instructioninformation that came with the lens,Is there any member out there who has one of ...
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April 06, 2006
 
  Alien bees compatible with cannon power shot pro 1
Alien bees compatible with cannon power shot pro 1?I just received my alien bees light set up s and the slave cord does not fit into my camera.Anyone know of an adapter I can use?The lights are sup...
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April 04, 2006
 
  New Epson Printer
I bought a Epson Stylus Photo R320 printer a few days ago, and I heard that sometimes they need to be calabrated.. (i know that's not the word I'm not thinking of, but it's the closest ...
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April 05, 2006
 
  How to Keep My Lens from Fogging?
I was shooting a football game the other night, and halfway through the game my lens got fogged up. I wasn't sure what to do to clear it off or how to have even prevented it. Can anyone give me...
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April 11, 2006
 
  Wisdom needed - bring expensive camera to Baja?
My husband and I need some advice from some photographers who have had experience traveling to hot, sandy, seaside climates with an expensive camera. Our 16 year old son is going on a 2-week study...
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April 03, 2006
 
  Problem with PSCS2 & Card Reader
Hi...Tonight I was trying to empty off a card of images onto my computer from a few weeks ago and PS was running really slow with my card reader and I got the error that e:/ drive is unaccessible d...
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March 28, 2006
 
  Using a Nikkor DX lens on an FM2
HiI own a Nikkor 18-70 DX lens and I just tried it on my FE body. I don't have access to the aperture obviously, but I do have access to the shutter speed (since that is a function of the came...
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March 26, 2006
 
  What basics do you need to know about conversion l
I am a TOTAL AMATEUR. If my lingo is not right..please forgive. I just purchased a 300mm telephoto lens for my Panasonic DMC F20. Having a hard time with focus...on P mode the aperature & sp...
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March 26, 2006
 
  How to Clean My Lens
I have a Nikkor D-type lens (28-80mm) for my Nikon F-601 film camera and noticed a spot on the glass. I slightly wiped it with a special lens cloth but it's still there. I'm worried on the ...
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April 15, 2007
 
  photo
how does a finished photogram look?what will happen if you don't fix your image...
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March 25, 2006