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<p>I can't comment on using the Nikon DSLR but your main problem is the L398A meter just does not have good low light capabilities.<br> According to Sekonic's own website the EV range is 9-17 for reflected metering and 4-17 for incident metering at 100 ASA.<br> More than likely your DSLR will meter to lower EV than that so try it.<br> Also, there are many meters out there that can do much better lower EV numbers, probably EV 2 and up.<br> One meter that is famous for low light is the Luna Pro SBC, I have one and I am amazed how it can meter in such low levels. I believe the range on the Luna Pro SBC starts at -4 with 100 ASA.</p>

<p>Hang your film diagonally when hanging it to dry.<br> This will help your film dry faster and not let the remaining water run down the entire length of the film.</p>

<p>I did not have to remove the lens hood on mine.</p> <p>I used a rubber bung to remove the ring in my lens.<br> I don't remember what size bung I used, I just bought a few different sizes around 1 1/2 to 2 inches.</p>

<p>Good luck.</p> <p> </p>

<p>Yes, this is an old thread!</p> <p>I I have no idea why the adapter you got is giving you problems; but as to finding a Series 7 to 55mm the can be difficult to find.<br /> Many times they are list wrong and are 55mm to Series 7.<br /> There are some on ebay right now that Series 7 to 55mm even some labelled backwards in the title.</p> <p>The key is to look for ones marked Series VII -> 55mm or Series VII/55 or Series 7/55mm and so on.</p> <p>Here's one that appears to be correct even though the seller listed it incorrectly...<br /> http://www.ebay.com/itm/Camera-Lens-Adapter-Ring-55mm-to-Series-VII-Series-7-Step-Down-Ring-/191216143299?pt=US_Filter_Rings_Holders&hash=item2c855ecbc3<br /> I have no affiliation with the seller.</p>