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First, get the cell phone out of your hand. If your nice equipment includes a camera that is easy to hold or strap on, keep it with you, always. If your equipment is too big however, I suggest getting a smaller digital camera. There are great smaller cameras out there that are easy to carry and produce much better images than your celly. After so long away from the game, you may want to enjoy the vacation more than worrying about f-stops and the like. Let the camera do some of the calculations for you for a while and just think about composition. Then, as the flow comes back to you, if it does, switch cameras or take it off "P" mode and "work it".

 

The rest of the question(s) is immense Going through the study guides here on p-net might help more than my ramblings.

 

As a general rule, don't try to imitate others. You will probably find that they are similar to others with out imitating. Keep your mind open and remember to change position or angles of view. How does a child see the city street for example. Leading the eye of the viewer? Well you could use the left to right/bottom to top theory. (Below)<div></div>

All the little stuff first, then my first 35mm was...

 

Model: Argus Autronic 35

Production Years: 1960 only

Description:

50mm F3.5 or F2.8

Automated Argus, based on C33 Designs

 

Still have it in a box somewhere with that cool 5b bulb fold out flash unit.

I don't believe so.

Just for edification...

 

http://www.alphalensrental.com/lens.php

 

Now rents bodies. a700

 

Jay

Been using http://www.superbhosting.net/ since 2004. They have great customer service.

I try not to look at others work as much as possible.

My goal is to be the photographer that 18 year olds talk about 50 years from now.

My best to you and yours Josh! Welcome to the next stage of life!

 

J

Also, Pentax and Sony make great cameras too! ;)

 

If you are limiting yourself to two brands as you look around, you are limiting your choices. This is fine if you are already invested in proprietary equipment but as a newbie, it's silly.

Hmm, if you are getting Nikon for digital, you should get Nikon for film.

 

 

Though, a Minolta Maxxum 7000 or 9000 with the Sony a100 or a700 would be great for you too. ;)

 

 

Keeping it in the family as you start out is a wise thing to do.

Later, buying different lenses for different cameras is cool if you have the money and a strong back.

 

 

I hear Canon makes nice cameras too. You could get a matching set of rebels, one film and one digital...

Max7 and KM A200 is a fine combo. I wrestled for a while, before buying the a100, with buying a used KM A2 after having shot the 7i for so long and loving it. The limitations of the shutter lag and noise is what made me go for the Sony a100 though. Miss taking video shots whenever I want without pulling out the zr40, sigh.

Thomas, I agree/ disagree.

 

You can get a lens and body (DSLR a100) for $515

 

But I agree that going with a straight digital camera that has a fixed lens and will go completely manual is a great choice.

 

IE, a used Minolta a200 for $300

Sony a100, fine camera and you should be able to get it at around $500 US.

The Sony a700 is nice. But the answer for you, I believe, is to get the Canon "super expensive" model. Or a digi-back for a nice Hassy. :)

d. ﾓWedding photographerﾔ shall mean any person, corporation, partnership, limited liability company, or any other entity engaged in business with the purpose of regularly selling, or offering for sale, the service of recording still images or video of marriage or other civil commitment ceremonies and related events.

 

So, if I do not make the bulk of my money from wedding I don't need to get a license. This will not stop any weekend warriors as long as they keep it "irregular".

 

This is asinine. Money grab.

I am sorry to hear this. I have enjoyed Yuri's work for years. Goodbye Yuri, I wish you a wonderful journey.

This sounds very exciting! I am hoping that Sony's foray into full frame will be at least comparative to the Nikon in this regard!

Grow with Sony. ;)

Artistic expression.

Yes, William. 1500gmt

I was going to say something silly but the above pretty much covers it.

The flash can be your friend, study it like you would your camera.

Amy,

Flickr is the best alternative for beginners but PN is still the best. Engage yourself and ask specific questions even to specific people. Most here are willing to share their knowledge especially if they believe you are earnest.

The lighting on the stage will make all the difference. Lowest f and try to keep your speed 60 or above without the flash. (totally general statement based on the info)

Thank You Josh.

Do we have a specific place to upload these to PN? One image per person?