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<p>I have a Samsung Galaxie Tab 3 with 7" screen that I could use this way. Got an "OTG" (On the Go) Smart card reader for it so I could transfer images from SD cards to and from the tablet. But I don't seem to be able to. </p> <p>When the OTG reader is inserted into the slot in the tablet, and an SD card is mounted, nothing happens. I don't know how to access the images on the card. Anyone have an idea? Do I need an app for this? I thought the reader would be just like an auxiliary drive on a PC.</p>

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<p>Looking up this position online shows it to be Paris, France.</p>

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<p>I saw an AL-1 at a local flea market a few years ago. I'd been on a quest to pick up copies of Canon cameras that I had traded in on newer models over the years, got most of them. Since I had never heard of the AL-1, I thought it might be a neat one for my collection, although I had never owned one.</p> <p>Was going to offer the seller $20.00, asked how much he wanted for it - $5.00 he says - sold! Came with a 50mm f/1.8 lens, beat up never ready case, and a broken Canon 80-200mm zoom. Looked like it had been dropped on its nose, filter ring was pushed in, hard to focus. Won't focus close or far, assume it jumped the internals in the fall. Set that aside.</p> <p>Anyway I discovered the battery door on the AL-1 would not stay closed, the plastic nub that held it closed was worn down. Found a new one on eBay for around $12.00, got it installed. So far so good. Didn't have a manual, but the focus arrows were fairly obvious, except the center green dot did not illuminate. But turning the focusing ring one way then the other until the green arrows went out seemed to indicate focus.</p> <p>Never did shoot film with it, nor with the other FD cameras I've collected. Finally sold the AL-1 to a fellow who posted an ad on a local online site looking for older Canons. I assume he'll get more out of it than I would.</p> <p> </p>

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<p>The Canon EOS M is indeed small, but if you want to use current EOS lenses, the adapter itself adds a fair amount of length (1-1/4" or so) when using them, making the setup rather long.</p> <p> </p>

<p>I've been extremely lucky with the used gear I've bought locally through on line sales. Nothing has had the appearance of being used or abused, in fact much could be passed off as being new. I go by the photos with the ads, and of course when checking out the items in person, testing them with my camera. </p> <p>Been a Canon fan for a lifetime, but recently got the urge to try out a Nikon DSLR, just to see what they're like. I got a Nikon D80 with a 17-70mm Nikon lens, hood, aftermarket grip and a wired remote. The only real wear I can see is the silver "Nikon" lettering on the lens hood is slightly worn off. Obviously the seller took good care of his gear, and the camera does not look 8 years old. If it had been poorly used, with scratches and such I probably would have passed.</p> <p> </p>

<p>Saw an ad on a local online site, offering a Canon Elph LT camera for sale, identified as a "35mm camera" which it isn't, it uses APS film. I have one. I haven't heard much of APS film these days, has it gone away? Don't plan to use mine, was just curious.</p> <p>When I used mine it was a neat thing to take along on trips, sat in its little pouch on my belt, out of the way. I supplemented my 35mm shooting with the Elph, mostly shooting in panoramic mode. This wide mode was great for many subjects, like the trains I went on. Local WalMart would process all the shots 4" by 10" for the same price as 35mm shots.</p> <p> </p>

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<p>I loved ECF in my the A2e and Elan IIe I owned, in fact when I switched to a DSLR I often found myself looking to focus by eye. I was quite surprised how well it worked for me, even when wearing sunglasses, something I did not expect.</p> <p> </p>

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<p>As a life long Canon owner, I've recently been intrigued about trying out a Nikon DSLR. I've been following local and out of town online sales sites. Just so happens today I picked up a D80 that included the 18-70mm lens. I was pleased it did not come with the 18-55mm kit lens. Nice to hear the good and bad points of it here, just in time!</p> <p> </p>

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<p>I had been an amateur photographer for several years when I got back into my teenage hobby of model railroading. I can recall thinking how neat it would be if some of my model photos could be used in the hobby magazines. I did succeed in getting published and can still remember the thrill and satisfaction of seeing my first photo in the largest magazine. It was just a small black and white image, but was I pleased!</p> <p>I kept on submitting to the hobby magazines, and have been really successful, having 30 cover photos and over 850 published. I still get a thrill seeing a new one in print! I've also had great satisfaction in having my photos taking wins in numerous national hobby conventions. Plus I've had the enjoyment of actually making the photographed scenes too!</p> <p>It's been a great ride!</p> <p> </p>