BetterPhoto Q&A: Traditional Film Photography

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  Exposure with sky as background
I got my slides back today from a shoot at Reelfoot lake in Tennessee. I went there to take pictures of the numerous Bald Eagles that reside there this time of year. I was extremely disappointed in...
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January 16, 2006
 
  AE-1 Manual
Where can I get a manaul for an AE-1? I am sure this has been a question posted b4 but I don't see it.Bought this to teach myself about manually doing e'ting; so tired of not knowing what t...
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February 09, 2006
 
  Film
Does any one know where to buy film (black & white, and or color)in bulk, especially Fuji Velvia film?...
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January 28, 2006
 
  strobe lighting
I am new to the photo world and need some help. I have two strobe light with silver unbrellas and one light (quessing for the back drop) and need to know how to set them up. I have tried several ti...
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January 16, 2006
 
  Hockey Pictures
Hello,I took pictures of my nephews hockey game with my Canon T2 camera and my telephoto lense using 400 VC film. Three quarters of the pictures came out unclear,dark, some were blurry, but mainly...
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January 19, 2006
 
  color saturation
A few years ago I purchased a Canon EOS Elan 7 to replace an entry-level Minolta 3xi. I have tried everything from filters to using manual exposures, auto exposures, bracketing, etc. with the Cano...
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January 16, 2006
 
  Critique
Hi All,I'm working on my technique and would love a little constructive critism?Be gentle! LOLThanks,Steve...
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January 27, 2006
 
  Rodinal...digital, don't even open this page
is rodinol a brand name of its own or is it a product of kodak or some other company? i've been reading good things and I wanna soup it with some acros 100 120....
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February 24, 2006
 
  SB-600 with Nikon Cameras
I have the Nikon N-80 and the D-70 camera and I have the SB-50 flash for my Nikon N-80, and the SB-600 flash for the D-70, and was curious if I can get rid of the SB-50 and will the SB-600 work for...
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January 12, 2006
 
  filter
I need a 72 mm filter so that when I take pictures of Morning Glories that are blue, that the pictures come out the same color, not purple. What type of filter and where can I purchase one ?thanks...
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January 12, 2006
 
  senior project ideas please
I am a senior in high school and I have chosen to do my project on photography. We have to turn in a final project that can be displayed for our presentation. What would be the best way to display...
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March 07, 2006
 
  Why aren't there any articles about film?
Why aren't there any articles on film?I realize this is the digital age, but it seems that everyone has turned there back on what got them here in the first place. I am still a die-hard film l...
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January 14, 2006
 
  Can you give me some advice please?
I am 16 years old and I would like some help to become a better photographer and hopefully get as good as most of you are. so please, can you give me some advice?...
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January 12, 2006
 
  Tamron telephoto 180, how close
Does any one know how close I would have to be to a subject using this lens:Tamron Telephoto SP AF 180mm f/3.5 Di LD IF Macro Autofocus Lens for Nikon AFMfr# AFB01N700 . B&H# TA18035NAFthank youJak...
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January 11, 2006
 
  Cap and Gown Portraits
I'm interested in shooting basic in studio cap and gown pictures. What types of professional film are commonly used to photograph senior portraits? What are your opinions on AGFA Portrait 160?...
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January 11, 2006
 
  My first school portrait
I recently did some school portraits. Here is one of them. He did have a pretty bad rash, but other than that, I was wondering if you would take a moment to tell me what you think? IE...too soft?...
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January 10, 2006
 
  aperture and shutter speed
Hi,I guess this question can also be applied to digital photography, but since I'm using film, here goes:does anyone know if there is some sort of chart, wheel or something like that which matc...
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January 18, 2006
 
  Film vs. Digital in todays markets
What format is currently be bought in today's market Film, Digital or both? I have been out of the market for fifteen years and my equipment is based on a film market....
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January 09, 2006
 
  How to File Stock Photos
In what do you file stock photos? In file folders, or large envelopes? In sleeves in the file folders or envelopes, or what? Please explain.Thank you....
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January 08, 2006
 
  Lens for 35mm EOS Canon 700?
Is it worth buying additional lenses for my old EOS 35-80mm Canon 700 or should I just buy a new digital camera? I was looking into Canon Digital Rebel XT/ 8mpixel. I did not want to get rid of the...
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January 10, 2006