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  Developing and Printing 120 film
I have a 1961 Rollei that my father-in-law gave me that is in beautiful condition. When given to me it had only had 5 rolls of film ever shot with it. I've done 2 now, but for someone who is ...
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July 11, 2005
 
  How to shoot steam, mist, or vapors.
Hi,Does anyone know how to capture steam rising from a cup of coffee? I want to do it manually to get some practice. Is mist on the water done the same way?I have a minolta maxxum 9, a macro lens o...
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July 09, 2005
 
  macro
I am shooting macro and my shots are not as sharp and crisp as I would like. I use a Nikkormat FT2 with a 55mm Micro-Nikkorlens. I also use a Nikkor 75-300mm 4.5-5.6 af on a Nikon N90s. For the bes...
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July 28, 2005
 
  Shooting outdoor pictures at the park
What's some good techniques for shooting outside photo portraits. I have a canon elan7n with a phoenix flash, I also purchased a 5 in 1 reflector. Since my camera have a built in meter, for out...
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August 07, 2005
 
  Best Place To Order Fresh Fresh Kodak Porta 400NC
I'm shooting a wedding for a family member July 30th & both reputable places I've tried to order Kodak Porta 400NC is out of stock (the 5-pack bricks). I'm starting to get a little...
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July 11, 2005
 
  Film Developing: C41 Vs. E6 Process
Can someone please save me by telling me what the difference is between c41 process and E6 when developing films at a lab? Any help would be greatly appreciated....
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July 09, 2005
 
  What lighting to use for portraits in a gym?
I have a photography session coming up, to take portraits at a prom in a school gymnasium. I know the lighting is not always best in gymnasiums. I am ready to buy some studio lighting so I figure...
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July 11, 2005
 
  Increasing Saturation
In this previous thread I was glancing through:http://www.betterphoto.com/forms/QnAdetail.php?threadID=15439John Sandstedt said, "Remember, saturation increases when you underexpose slide film; it ...
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July 07, 2005
 
  Balance between digital&film ???'s
Alright here I go again with more film questions. I ask more questions that I shoot, which is a bummer but developing costs can get pricy and lately weather has been bad well anyways onto the ques...
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July 12, 2005
 
  Nikon N90S
I have a Nikon N90S in mint condition. I have read that there has been a problem with the back peeling on some of these cameras. My camera has not started peeling. Is there anything I can do to ens...
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July 08, 2005
 
  UV filter
I recently purchased a used Nikkor 75-300mm AF 4.5-5.6 lens. It came with a Cambron UV filter. I'm no expert on UV filters, but I have never heard of this brand. I know the glass in the Nikkor ...
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July 28, 2005
 
  ALL Canon AE-1 or AE-1P users
I want to buy a polarizer but still want the camera to meter correctly. Which one linear or cirular? I have heard people say that the linear is the way to go for a old camera but I have read somewh...
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July 09, 2005
 
  Macros v. ext.tube HELP PLEASE!!
First, let me say I am humbled and thankful for all the help I recive from this site. THANK YOU.I went on eBay in hopes of finding what I should get. (I have a Minolta Maxxum-5 with a 28-100 lens a...
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July 07, 2005
 
  Fun little survey
What's your favorite film? And why? I'm just curious to see what everyone's favorite is. Now I know there's different film for different occasions, but what film has been your abs...
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July 07, 2005
 
  print film vs slide
Ok, what is the real truth about slide film? Is it really better? My end result would be to convert it to a blown up print. With the quality of film today do I need to do this? Will print film blow...
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July 08, 2005
 
  Anyone Near Dallas? (McKinney,TX)
Two friends are getting 'hitched' this Saturday, the 9th at 8:00 pm. They were going to fly me in to take photos (only immediate family, 10 peoples), but they tried to book flight too late,...
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July 06, 2005
 
  How do I keep my professional film cool on vacatio
I recently took a long weekend holiday and I could not keep my film cool. Could you give me any hints or tricks you use.Also, what happens to the film when it becomes warm or hot.Thank you Brenda...
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July 06, 2005
 
  traveling
I will be traveling to Africa in a couple of days. This will be my first time on a plane! I know high speed film can not go through the X-ray machine but not sure about speeds like 200 and 400. I ...
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July 06, 2005
 
  dusk wedding photos with candles
Any suggestions for taking photos at dusk with candlelight around?...
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July 06, 2005
 
  shooting baseball
what is the best speed and type of film to shoot an outdoor baseball game? my camera is a nikon F2 as well as a nikon FG I will be using with B&W film in it. I have a number of lenses I will be usi...
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July 06, 2005