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So, a few months back I picked up a Vivitar v3800N camera from a yard sale for a few bucks. The lady didn't know if it worked or not, so I decided to test it; however once I shot the roll of film and got it developed, the pictures didn't turn out, and I'm sure not if I did something wrong, if...

I found this Argus in an antique store the other day and was considering purchasing it. There were no clear model indicators on it and I haven't been able to find it online. The lens is a f/3.5 50mm Coated Cintar. If anyone knows the model, I'd greatly appreciate it!

Hello, I am looking for a good Full HD 1080p video camera for my YouTube channel's video. Basically it is a cooking channel. i have two cameras in my "price range". Both are used and in a very good condition :) The first camera is "Canon Legria HF R56 High Definition Camcorder". With 3.2MP, 32x...

I am so ashamed and embarassed that this is my first post here on the forums. (I am a brand new photographer and bought my first DSLR a short while ago). Anyway, late last week I got a brand new polarizing filter for my lens, and drove to a beautiful place to take photos. First I took some...

Hello, i am new here, i didn't know if it was the right place to post that thread but here i go: I made a painting years ago when i was 12 years old for art class, as the teacher asked it had to be based on a given photograph (probably shot by a famous photograph). After that i hanged it on a...

So I want to start doin more portraits at home. Maybe set up a small studio type setup on my house. Mostly Im having a baby in August and I really want some good soft light to use when taking photos of the baby. What kind of lighting should I start with? Umbrella or softbox? Suggestions for a...

Hay guys, so right now I really only have my stuff on facebook and a flicker pace. But I need to remake my business cards with new info anyway and would like to make a more professional looking website to display my photos and try to get more real business and such. Can you recommend a good...

I'm probably just too damn newbie for this stuff but I'd like to make a solid attempt before we outsource this to an actual photographer. What I'm using: Canon Rebel EOS T6s Canon Ultrasonic EFS 17-55mm Square Perfect Photography light tent 2x Alzo Digital Fl 360/120v lights I just can't get...

I am new to concert photography and I was recently asked to photograph a band's performance at a local concert by the organiser. I was not able to speak to the band or the band's manager before or at the time of the performance to organise any signing of release forms. I managed to get the...

I'm wanting to get a dslr but have a very small budget 250 or less. So I was thinking of getting an older one and have heard good things about the Pentax K-X. But 2009 seems pretty old. I just don't know enough about cameras to figure it out on my own. Thanks for the help.

I just got a job that requires me to have a camera to take professional photos of cars (its a dealership). I've always had an interest in photography so I would like to get a nice camera. I'm fine getting somthing that's a little outdated as my budget is about 250. I would really like to get a...

Hello! I'm looking to shoot some muscle cars doing burn outs and was wondering what the best settings would be? I want to capture them as best I can and I'm not very experienced! I have a Nikon d72oo with the kit lens and also a 35mm lens that I use the most. Any help would be greatly...

Hi, So ive just signed up to this forum for three reasons. 1) I would like to try and give advice and help others if at all possible. I wish I had signed up to a forum like this when I first started out in my photography instead of spending hours and hours trying to figure out where to start...

Hello, I am a total newcomer to photography and I wanted a long lasting DSLR before diving right into it. I ordered the Nikon 5600 from Amazon but I just found out it doesn't have an AF motor. It sounds bad but I still don't know the disadvantages. Could someone explain it to me? What does the...

Hey guys, Fairly new to photography here so bare with me. I've just bought a used Kitstar 80-200mm 1:4.5 lens (with macro capability to 1:4) from a consignment store - it didn't come with a manual or anything. I believe I have figured out most of it, however I'm confused what the green and...

Hello there, I am kinda new to photography but I know the basics. I hunt a lot and i want to make some films. I know how to edit and i got a Nikon D5300 with basic lens and a Røde mic. I recently bought a cheap tripod that i can carry around, havent recieved it yet so I dont know it will do the...

Hi, I would like to know if somebody could help me by giving me some tips on how to take a photo like this (see attached file) I have to take few shots like that for my work and I'm used to take corporate portrait on a white backgroud. I Have a nikon D40x and I usually work with 2 flash on...

Hello, I need some help deciding between the Canon 80D and 7D Mark 2. I've been doing a lot of research and talked to a Canon representative, but I'm essentially treading water on the decision. I plan to do most photography dealing with waterfowl on water and in flight, and retriever breeds...

Hi everyone! Sorry this is so long, but I'm in need of some help from fellow photogs who travel. So I am having a problem - I am traveling to Europe for the first time this summer, and even though my area of expertise is not classic architecture, of course I want to bring my camera. I'm going...

Hello All. i got a Neewer speedlite MK 950II online from Amazon and have used it few times but when i wanted to use it few days ago with the Duracell battery that i used with it b4, it comes on but doesn't trigger the flash even when you press the PILOT test button. even when i fit it into my...

Hey guys, I am new to the photography world and just wanted to ask where to get your photographs printed. Thanks!

Hey guys, I'm doing a short series of 'interview-style' videos for work. I'm not a professional photographer by any stretch and need some advice on cameras/lenses work best for this type of work. It will be up close and the quite strong lighting with a white background. As I only need it for a...

Hello! Not long ago I realised that I really want to develop my photography skills. As a teenager I used to take photos of beautiful landscapes, my friends and family, macro, etc. But then I was really busy at university, now it`s work... But I still want to create something beautiful. So, here...

Hi everyone, if anyone can help me, thank you in advance i want to buy a film camera for the first time and at first i have considered buying a point and shoot film camera such as the fujifilm tiara 2 but i decided i want to buy a manual 35mm in an effort to actually study and be able to learn...

Hi guys, I'm new to the forum and to photograpy. I'd like to purchase a reflex (until now I've tried only a compact camera and some entry level at school), but I'm not entirely sure of my choice. I am looking for a not-too-much expensive camera and I was thinking about the Canon EOS 1300d. Did...

For my photography final we are doing a portfolio and I came up with this awesome idea of shooting what people care about most in their life. It goes well with the upcoming holiday(s). I would think that would be an obvious theme but my teacher says no. I guess I'm not understanding this concept...

Hi, this is my first post on here. I have a Canon 6D and I'm looking to use it for film. I currently have a Canon 50mm f/1.8 (the $100 one). I'm looking at either getting a Rokinon cine lens like this (I've used their 50mm cine lense and liked it). But this Canon zoom lens is in my price range...

Hi forum. I have been trying to capture some landscape photographs for a while and feel like they are missing something. Am I just not getting the right light or is my post editing way off. I could really use some critique and advice with these. Maybe I just haven't yet found my style yet...

Help! I am new to studio photography and I want to buy a lighting kit from B&H or some other shop and get started on photographing people! I don't exactly have any idea on what I am doing, and I hear that a 3 light or 2 light monolight setup with a softbox is standard for portrait and full body...

Hello! I have been thinking for 2 weeks about a theme for my final/portfolio for photography. I need to take 10 photos, and 9 of them have a specific requirement. I'm having trouble with a) figuring out what a theme is and b) figuring out what theme I want to do. I love macro and would really...

Hi there! I have a client who wants to book a maternity shoot in the middle of January. I live in Canada, and as you know, we get lots of snow and it's brutally cold outside. So, outdoor pictures are out of question. I have a little studio at home, but very very tiny. I turned my spare bedroom...

Hi! This is my first post in the forum. Thank you creators. So! I want to buy my first SLR camera. I want to buy something I can grow with. So I am looking for something better than beginner cameras, something that wont limit me as I get better, well, at least for a while. I have used D5300...

Hello everyone, I am fairly new here (just made the account) and today I found an Olympus OM-1 at a goodwill for 80$, I absolutely love the camera, but it seems to be destroying film. The first roll was ripped in half when I tried to reel it in (EDIT: turns out I am just an idiot and missed the...

Hello guys, I recently blown my teacher's photo light censor picture below, does anyone know where I can buy this? It came out of the back Norman 202 Unit that was labeled "Sync" I plugged this into a wall outlet and blew it, made my photographer teacher mad and for an act of kindness, I want...

Hi. Is it possible for an earing to change shape in a photo? If in 1 photo it is round in shape like a ball, can it then shift shape to look more like a flower, with straight lines and corners in 2 photo? Photo taken off same object, with same camera, supposedly not altered by photographer. Glenn

hello everyone! I came here to get an opinion from someone who may be experienced in this area. A jewelry company has come to me asking if I would take pictures of their products and they would pay me for it. I have worked with this company in the past for free just to test things out, and they...

I took a set of maternity photos at night and in the rain with a Canon 7d mark II. The first problem is I didn't save my pictures in raw files so the jpegs are all I have. Most of them are very dark and when I lighten them to a certain extent they get grainy. I've tried to then smooth them over...

I am taking portraits of individual rugby players and I want to make them look strong, intense and intimidating. Does anyone have tips or suggestions on how to do this when taking the photo and/or when editing in photoshop?

I have a T3i with a cheap lens for everyday shooting. I would like to find a lens that will take good pictures of my sons hockey games. I'm able to produce clear, crisp photos, but he is too small(far away) to be identified. My question is what kind of lens should I be looking for. I am a...

Hey guys, I've been trying to figure out what is best for me to do in regards of start charging for my photography for some time now but I can't wrap my head around it that easy as we are talking about big bucks and what I am after here is to spend my budget the most wisely way I possibly can...