rec.photo.35mm Google Group

Free Screen Savers!! (Mainly Japan Photos)

2004-09-16T13:31:44Z

Hi,
I've just created a bunch of screen savers of some of my photos, most
taken with a Canon EOS 10D. The screen savers will auto-update from my
site when changes are made (this feature can be turned off).
Currently there's a generic screen saver with a few photos from all
categories. There are also "Sunrises and Sunsets", "Flowers of Japan",

Kodak HD4

2004-09-15T01:02:28Z

I just picked up a sample roll (12 x) of Kodak's HD4 film in ASA 400.
What can I expect of this? Looks like it might be interesting..
Anybody have any experience with it??

300mm / 2.8 lens recommendation

2004-09-11T19:28:04Z

I'm thinking about getting a 300mm/f2.8 for my Maxxum 5. Also
planning to get the Digital 7 when it gets here. Obviously, I'd like
to go with a genuine Minolta, but if that's not possible for financial
reasons, who's next on the photo food-chain. Tamron, Sigma, or
Tokina? Anyone else make AF lenses? Thanks.

Minolta Maxxum 4 <-> X700 lenses

2004-09-09T19:41:17Z

I have some old lenses for my dead X700.
Noticed Costco is selling a Minolta Maxxum 4 for $200.
Would my lenses work on that camera body?
Could the camera do aperture priority or shutter speed priority with those lenses?

FS: Nikon Lens

2004-09-02T13:34:40Z

For Sale Nikon Lens:
20mm f3.5 AI - Excellent Condition, Clean Glass - Nikon Front and Back
Caps
24mm f2.8 AI - Fair Condition, Glass, Front element has slight marks,
rear element is fine - Front filter ring has a dent - Rear cap, no
front cap
28mm f2.8 AI - Very Good Condition - Clean Glass - Front and rear

FS: Quantum Turbo Battery and Nikon Mount Flashes

2004-09-02T13:25:08Z

For Sale: Quantum Turbo Battery and 2 Sunpak Flashes
The Quantum Turbo Battery is in good condition but the switch
protector is broken off. I have the charger that goes with it. To go
with it, I have a Sunpak 433D (Nikon Mount) in very good condition and
a Sunpak 433AF (Nikon Mount) with the box and IB but the one of the

Kodachrome processing- still available??

2004-09-02T11:08:09Z

Hi, I'm in Australia and have noticed that I can no longer find
kodachrome. I have some rolls left (35mm) and I was wondering if
anyone knows if this stuff is still being processed by kodak and how
long for?
Thanks

new website

2004-08-23T23:20:46Z

I have posted a few of my photos on a personal website. I would like to know
what you think of them.
[link]
Thanks
Gord

Kodak BW400CN - rejected by Bonusprint

2004-08-23T12:05:45Z

I have been using Kodak BW400CN black and white film in 35mm. It is
to be processed using the conventional C-41 colour process.
Bonusprint will not put it through their C-41 processor.
Can anyone suggest a film processing company that will handle these
films and who will scan the negatives dirctly to CD?

Make Money With Your Digital Camera.

2004-08-22T11:32:03Z

Make Money With Your Digital Camera.
Make And Sell Screensavers.
No Risk Guarantee!
[link]

Antarctica print film

2004-08-21T15:42:01Z

We are going to Antarctica, South Georgia, and the Falklands in Feb 2005.
Any suggestions on type of print film ( Kodak vs. Fuji) and speed?
I have a Nikon F-100. When we went to Churchill 2 years ago, I used
mainly Kodak Royal Gold 200 and 400 speed films and got wonderful
polar bear pictures. I figured I would do the same this time since it is

Sticking Tamron Adaptall stop-down mechanism

2004-08-15T21:34:07Z

I had been having problems with over-exposed images on my XG-7, and
discovered rhat the problem was due to the aperture stop-down
mechanism which hold the lens fully open until the shutter is pressed.
At smaller F-stops (16, 22, 32), the aperture sometimes sticks open at
a largers stop, over-exposing the image. The problem does not occur

2 basic technical questions.

2004-08-07T15:10:40Z

First of all let me state the obvious, I'm fairly new to photography.
With that said, here are 2 ares which I am a bit puzzled.
1. I don't understand why anyone would use the aperture priority or
shutter priority selections on the camera. I understand what they are
used for, but it seems to me that the program mode would do the same

come here and see a great photo!

2004-08-06T14:07:48Z

[link]

Question on Polaroid 35mm Film Made by Agfa

2004-08-03T19:42:24Z

I like Agfa consumer 35mm film, but it is hard to find in stores
around me - even most camera stores, and I don't use a quantity
sufficient to justify paying for shipping. The local Wal-Mart now has
Polaroid brand 800 35mm film, which the box notes is made by Agfa. Can
I assume this is the same Agfa film, i.e., of the most updated and

Newbie admires Shoot In

2004-07-30T19:22:57Z

Just wanted to say how much I am enjoying the Shoot In Archives. I
love the idea of a mandate, and go and do it. My girlfriend and I
like to get out doors and do things, and I can imagine some great
expeditions based on something like this.
There is such rich variety and depth in these photos. It's remarkable

Seeking Submissions on Vocation or Career

2004-07-30T14:20:23Z

Georgetown Review, a small literary magazine in central Kentucky, is
seeking photo submissions on the topics of "vocation" or "career" for
possible cover or back cover use on our 2005 issue.
We can only pay in 2 free copies of the finished journal.
Please submit JPG images (smaller than 300k) to gtownrev...@wtp62.com

Can you fit AF lenses to a Pentax P30N?

2004-07-28T09:07:49Z

I am wondering this, since I currently have manual focus lenses, and
dont want to buy a new film camera since I will go digital in the not
too distant future (when I can afford a digital slr!)
Anyway, I digress. The P30N has PK mount, and has all the contacts
(most of which the manual focus lens doesnt use), so, can I fit an AF

Desperately seeking - some tips for wedding photography in strong sun-light.

2004-07-26T10:05:03Z

11 years ago my husband bought me a Canon 1000EOS camera, with which I
have clocked up a fair few pictures over the years. I have never
learned anything about photography, but am rather happy-snappy, and
due to the sheer volume of pictures I take, I have managede to get a
few good shots in the box.
I am an absolute amateur, but my family seem to think I know a thing

Free Artist's Banner Exchange

2004-07-23T05:43:03Z

Free Artist's Banner Exchange
[link]
Free banner exchange open to all artists and arts related groups-
popular, fine & performing. Like all banner exchanges all you have to
do is put a small piece of html code on your website or web page,
which will display banners from other exchange members- hundreds of

Canon T60 as a second body. Good or bad Choice???

2004-07-17T15:54:59Z

I've been considering a second camera for some time now and have been
eyeing the Canon T60 to go along with my current T70. Is the T60 a
fairly decent Camera or are there some serious flaws I should be
worried about. I have a large selection of FD lenses and am on a
budget.
Thanks all

Advice needed: Nikon F601 with Tamron AF28-300mm F3.5-6.3XR?

2004-07-16T15:01:22Z

Hi,
I'm just an amateur photographer. I have a Nikon F601 with fitted with
a Nikon 35-70mm lens. I plan to upgrade it and get a multi-purpose
lens with a longer zoom. I'm looking at the new Nikon AF28-300mm
F/3.5-6.3 XR Aspherical (IF) Ultra Zoom lens
([link])
My questions are:

Sigma Mirror Lens 400mm f/5.6

2004-07-16T11:40:06Z

Hello,
someone knows the Sigma Mirror Lens 400mm f/5.6? It's a good lens,
compared with the Reflex Nikkor 500/8 or the Tamron SP 500/8?
Thank you!
Sebastian
(from italy)

ALDEN-74 BULK FILM LOADER - This will be in 35mm and darkroom and film

2004-07-13T09:09:36Z

One reason wanting to use this is that it will keep track of how many
feet and inches you have pulled over the gears in it. With my other
film loader I really just used it as a light-safe. I had measured out
how much film I needed for 35 frames without losing so much to trim
and such. I am going to be copying and printing some old pics and I

Bellows on 10D using Contax lenses!

2004-07-10T16:07:31Z

I'll be getting a Contax-on-EOS adapter; I want to couple that with
shift/tilt options for macro work (using Contax acro Planar 60mm). My
question is how to achieve that? Does Contax offer any shift
tilt/bellows, or should I order the one from Zoerk?
Any ideas?
Thanks
J.

come here and see this great picture!

2004-07-08T23:12:31Z

[link]

FS: Nikon F3HP w/ accessories

2004-07-08T02:11:29Z

Nikon F3HP with MF-6B (Auto Film Stop) Camera Back good condition, very
minor brassing at strap hooks and a couple of scratches on back where film
label is inserted
Nikon MD-4 Motor Winder with significant signs of wear, but functions well
Nikon Speedlight SB-16 Flash with carrying bag, in very good condition (has

Canon T70 and Speedlite 277T help?

2004-07-06T06:07:26Z

I'm trying to find a method to take my speedlite 277T off my Canon T70
so I can use it better. Since niether have PC conection or anything
of that sort I'm unsure if the modern TTL cords with shoes will work
on these cameras. I would prefer not to lose my flashes auto features
but if I have to its a price I'd pay.

Which Nikon 2 Buy?

2004-07-01T18:14:01Z

I am re-entering the hobby of photography. Having owned an F2 with
autodrive many years, I am looking to purchase a Nikon SLR w/
autodrive that will use my old Nikkor lenses (105mm, 35mm. 28mm,
200mm). I am not interested in digital now. Nor I am interested in
autofocus (unless I can shut tha damn thing off).

Nikon F3 advance lever stuck

2004-06-28T08:29:51Z

I have an old Nikon F3 camera, and the film advance lever is stuck,
and the rewind button is not comming out again, this happened after i
removed the film. Anyone know what might be wrong? Maybe its just a
little thing, or do i need to have the camera on service?
Does anyone know when the rewind button is supposed to come out again?

Choosing between Pentax ZX30 and Canon Rebel T1

2004-06-26T17:36:59Z

I am re-entering the SLR world due to a trip to Ireland. Having done
a fair amount of research, I had narrowed (I thought!) my choices to a
Pentax ZX-30 or ZX-50. Then I went to the one store that carried them
both (Ritz). The salesman encouraged me to consider the Canon Rebel
T1 and the Nikon N75 or N65. In all cases, they were packaged with

Hexar Silver and silent mode reactivation

2004-06-19T22:18:57Z

I'm trying to reactivate the silent mode on my Hexar silver with the
instructions from photo.net website ([link]
or [link]).
I have a problem with the step 2 (step 1 is Set the aperture to
F22).When I turn the camera on while pressing the select button, the

Problem? CANON REBEL 2000 - 35mm

2004-06-18T18:58:04Z

Hi,
In the Canon manual, they show these little focusing spots, (squares),
which can be set by the user as to how many and where to be located in
viewfinder.
I can barely see mine, yet in the manual they are a dark gray.
Is my ccamera sick? Should they be very faint?
Thanks.
Mike

Film print in the digital era

2004-06-17T15:52:53Z

Hi,
As new digital MiniLab are printing films and digitals on the same
systems (films are scanned before printing, less than 3MP for 4x6 /
5x7 prints):
1) is there any advantage of using film instead of a digital camera?
(color space, monitor calibration problem, optical vs. laser process,
...)
2) are digital print prone to the same quality problem if the

blank negative!!

2004-06-14T16:42:50Z

I just shot 4 rolls of kodak gold 100 for a friend's wedding. After
developing at a local lab, the first two rolls turned out, and the
last one also came out well, but the third roll, only the first 4
shots came through. The rest of the negative was blank. The edge
markings (Kodak and frame number) was there, but the frames were all

F3HP on eBay

2004-06-11T00:07:04Z

[link]
check my other items.

Surface Magazine's 7th Annual Avant Guardian Open Call

2004-06-10T17:45:26Z

Surface magazine and no. TEN by Tanqueray announce a nationwide search
for the best emerging fashion photographers to showcase in Surface's
Annual Avant Guardian issue and traveling exhibition.
This project offers emerging photographers a chance to produce a
professional fashion editorial for Surface magazine. The Avant

Workshop with photographer Nathan Lyons

2004-06-10T16:37:35Z

Visual Studies Workshop Summer Institute
Rochester, New York
FOR MORE INFORMATION: [link]
This is a great opportunity to take a class with an internationally
known photographer.
JUNE 28 – JULY 2
Nathan Lyons, IMAGE, SEQUENCE AND SERIES
The workshop will explore narrative and non narrative visual

Films to take to South America

2004-06-02T22:06:15Z

Hi there,
I'm travelling through Peru & Bolivia for 2 months this summer, and
would appreciate some advice on what slide film to take. I tend to
shoot a mix of landscape and portrait shots, and am currently thinking
about Velvia 50 for landscape and Fuji Sensia 100 for portrait/other
general shots where I don't want colours to be too overstated. Does

Wide Angle Lens HELP!

2004-05-28T20:42:56Z

I've Been Looking for a wide angle lens for a 37mm digital handicam,
I'm kind of new to film and photography. Most of the .45x lenses I've
looked at are fisheye lenses, are all .45x lenses fisheye ? or are
they diffrent from just normal .45x wide angle lenses. Also Is the
lower the number (.45x) the wider the picture or do I want one with

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2004-05-19T09:28:11Z

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Vivitar 285 Disassembly Instructions

2004-05-16T15:09:42Z

Hi,
I want to disassemble my Vivitar 285 HV for some modifications. I
opened all visible screws but not able to open the flash due to some
hidden screws or latches. I do not want to damage my flash. Can
someone post direction to open it.
Regards.
Yusuf

I take photos of zombies !

2004-05-16T09:17:16Z

Yes, this is dangerous, because the zombies are hunting for human brains.
But I'm safe, since I have no brain anymore.

lighting equipment

2004-05-14T21:49:46Z

I am looking for some beginners lighting equipment. I don't know if
one brand is better than another, or if I should be looking out for
some numbers or watts. I decided that I would prefer to use the
flash/strobe rather than the tungsten. I am trying to stay under $500
and get the best equipment for my money.

FS: Nikon Stuff

2004-05-13T19:17:46Z

I am cleaning out and I will take the best price on this stuff after a
week or so. If someone wants it all, I will take any reasonable offer.
I am trying to be very detailed in describing the equipment and I will
send photos if you are really interested.
Nikon 24mm 2.8 MF - Fair Condition No front or back caps

HAVE NIKON F3 - WANT NIKON DIGITAL

2004-05-12T12:30:05Z

I have a Nikon F3 + 500mm Nikkor f/1.2. + various other toys. It was a
gift from someone who over-estimated my ability to use it. As a
result, it has probably only ever had a couple of dozen rolls through
it.
I now need a digital camera, (for my business, not just because they
are fashionable!), preferably a Nikon and probably a 5700 or better.

Pentax ME Super - fix or upgrade

2004-05-10T11:17:58Z

The mirror or shutter on my ME Super was sticking quite often. I'd
leave the camera overnight and then it would be back to normal the
next day.
I've recently tried using the camera again after leaving it for some
years and it seems to be working OK but I don't want to go through the
frustration of having it lock up again.

Interested in a scholarship for a summer photography program?

2004-05-07T21:59:14Z

SCHOOL OF VISUAL ARTS (SVA)
SUMMER RESIDENCY PROGRAM
IN PHOTOGRAPHY
Are you interested in spending your summer learning from some of the
best photography professors in the world? Well, we're going to hook
you up with the experience of a lifetime. The Look-Look Arts
Foundation has created 12 exclusive residency fellowships for young

Canon experts... 20-35mm zoom question

2004-05-07T03:00:24Z

Hi folks,
Question about the Canon 20-35mm... there exists a 20-35mm zoom, 'L'
series lens, made in both EF and (rare) FD mounts.
Was there ever a 20-35mm, of any aperture, 'L' or otherwise, made with
the 'silver ring' breechlock mount?
I tend to believe there wasn't, but stand ready to be corrected.

FS: NIKON F100 with lots of extras for only $1000!!!!!

2004-05-05T20:32:03Z

I am selling my Nikon F100 with MB15 power pack with vertical grip,
24-120 zoom lens, SB28 flash, SC17 TTL cord and MC30 remote cord....
All this for just $1000!!!!!!!! The camera body by itself cost $1300
new. The lens cost $850, flash $300, power pack $150, TTL cord, $50
and remote cord $35.
I have listed this package on Ebay and the auction ends tomorrow