35mm, baybeh!I realised that instead of complaining that I can't afford a DSLR, I might as well learn how to use one first. And what better way to force yourself to think about every shot than using film?
Also, I now have more lenses at my disposal than I know what to do with! I love the 200mm zoom lens for taking shots of those tricksy animals which are too fast for my compact to focus on! Did I mention there's no auto-focus either? Also good for learning.
I've used about 15 shots now in about 3 days and I'm loving the precise control I have over depth of field, shutter speed, everything! It's great fun!
Pirate
Devious Comments
If you've got your hands on a super-wide angle or fish eye, I'd recommend sticking a roll of black and white, 200 ISO film in and going for a walk through an industrial area on a dark, cloudy day. Also, since its summer there, you might want a UV filter. For more fun, try some Kodak HID film. It captures near visible infra-red (NVIR) so you get some crazy effects on foliage. Take a roll of this stuff to a field or forest and see watch you turn out. Sadly, my 35mm counts the film with an infra-red light gate so HID film would be a waste of time.
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I'll definitely invest in a UV filter. I have a UV polariser but it doesn't fit the wide or zoom lens! Only the standard lens.
I just finished the roll today as well so I'll get it developed tomorrow! Can't wait!
Was out today after I got home from work at 4 in the morning. As there was a power cut in my area I could get some great shots of the sky as the sun was coming up without the streetlights getting in the way!
Was wondering what the neighbours would have thought of a guy walking about during a powercut, dressed in dark clothing and carrying a camera and tripod! heh!
All the best!
"ARGH!! TERRORIST!!"
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"Fucking artists. I wish I had a valid reason to wander 'round outside at this time of night..."
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