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<p>The learning curve will create obstacles for some of us, and I've started narrowing the scanner choices for an order, soon. Photoshop elements has possibilities!<br /><br />Side note: Loaded my first-ever roll of XP2 (120) Super today, and looking forward to seeing/sharing the results, soon.</p>

<p>Congrats on your 'new' D90. That's a good example of narrow depth of field in the photo. Not having graduated to a DSLR, it concerns me that the default settings would leave much to be desired (or adjusted) for fun in the sun, or first photos.</p>

<p>Jeff, Welcome to PN! The BC landscape has so many possibilities!</p>

<p>Welcome, the weekly thread posted as 'Nikon Wednesday Pic' has lots of great shots!</p>

<p>A 'used' Sekonic L428 (incident & reflective) sells for about that amount on popular auction sites. This revolving head meter uses 357 (MS76) silver oxide batteries, or the shorter-life alkaline equivalent. It works for a wide range of ASA settings, f stop 1-90, shutter speeds 1/4000-60 min. Two thumbs up!</p>

<p>KEH has been known for conservatively rating 'used' lenses in the past. It seems as if they are pricing items to keep moving products out the door, and keep many of us coming back for more.</p>

<p>Do you prefer a zip lock inside of a plastic container/lid, or what container(s) to store film inside a freezer? The pro films that arrived are individually wrapped while other film is in original plastic film cannisters from the manufacturer's box. Thanks for any long-term storage suggestions.<br />John</p>

<p>It's been interesting (and fun) reading the responses of those that have been acquainted with medium format for a long time and some of which have worked these cameras for customers and clients. I'll be searching for posts and comments from those that have scanned 120 negs. or slides to computer.</p>

<p>What a disaster, sorry to hear...<br />Photo restoration might partially salavage some of the wreckage as mentioned, above.</p>

<p>Photo CD's are common from Pro wedding photographers? When I saw "CD", I raised my eyebrow, and was thinking that 'proofs' would likely be delivered as part of a signed contract.</p>

<p>John</p>

<p>Don't start by taking all manual shots! Enjoy those auto modes for most exposures and the quick AF. Practice with the spot meter while 'on' without taking shots. You can do all kinds of practice with a meter without taking pictures/using film.</p>

<p>Learn the basics of metering vs. 'gray' scale, back of hand facing the sun, and other practical methods of obtaining exposure settings. Examples, metering two areas within the shot and averaging-then setting in manual mode. And, what films to meter for highlights, what films to meter for shadows, and other...</p>

<p>Have fun!</p>

<p>It's been stated that this meter does not translate well for still photography, and is intended for movie film exposure.</p>

<p>How does medium format fit into current photography trends? Are there more of us 'new' people? Medium format cameras in very good, pre-owned condition seem to sell quickly on the web.</p>

<p>As a new -old- Yashica owner, these questions came to mind. One unfortunate these days-gamblers seeking a working camera and buying those with shutter problems on Internet auctions listed as 'no returns'. If you have the technical expertise, it makes sense, otherwise...</p>

<p>John</p>

<p>First photo post - shot last Thursday in Evansville, Indiana. Full frame without enhancement.<img src="http://i247.photobucket.com/albums/gg130/Hikingman/Hobbies/Quackers.jpg" alt="" /><br /><strong>N90S - Nikon AF 70-210 F4-5.6 @ 210mm w/ L1BC -ISO 200</strong></p>

<p>Any luck finding a meter at the swap meet?</p>

<p>Sounds like a very good choice, enjoy that filter!</p>

<p>How about a good manual & auto such as the FE2. For manual only, some excellent responses, above. Sounds like you're close to a 'quality' camera decision.</p>

<p>Congrats on your D700, lots of wide angle suggestions, above!</p>

<p>After growing up in the manual exposure, non AF world, it doesn't seem like that much of an add-to rotate the PL on a rotating front element. Unless the clouds are rolling by quick and changing the light, the landscapes or buildings will still be there. The exception is hurry-up, or action shots.</p>

<p>Teresa, nice shot of that coon!</p>

<p><br />The basic book of photography by Tom Grimm, Michele Grimm. <br />$14 new, $5 used (available online from many sources).</p>

<p>John</p>

<p>Good point about using the 'auto' setting. Have you got a good understanding of the resulting look that you'll derive from using wide or narrow aperture settings on the lens? If you use the manual for bracketing purposes first, and learn to appreciate the 'auto' functions, you'll be off to a good start. Hope this helps.</p>

<p><br />You could reverse the lens without a ring. Go for the ring, instead. However, holding the lens in reverse can bring scratches, or a lens can easily drop in the dirt/pavement. Keep in mind that closeups like you describe may be obtained with a fixed focal length like 55mm Micro for instance, or some Tele lenses will provide an alternative from a further distance.</p>

<p>Look at the first photo (tele close-up) in this post: <a href="../nikon-camera-forum/00Jgeg">http://www.photo.net/nikon-camera-forum/00Jgeg</a></p>

<p>If you can't affect the lighting, you can control your orientation and the subject's angle to existing light. If flash, no straight-on, shoot from several angles (you will use some film to get 'that' shot). If candid, take several angles-perspectives to help ensure success. Some people don't want to take off the specs, have fun!</p>

<p>The home we purchased recently had a virtual tour on the Internet. This included still photos. Some interior photos overlapped each other, and others-almost. The tour was a slideshow with music. All walls of each room and the basement were shown.</p>

<p>If a few photos are going to appear next to listings on their website, your photos without clutter will show some of the more appealing rooms, or features, eh? Keywords: Hide all clutter.</p>

<p>Here's a review of the <a href="http://www.bythom.com/Sigma-50-HSM-lensreview.htm">Sigma</a> that you might find helpful.</p>

<p>John</p>

<p>No flash as you mentioned, end of lens or filter-parallel to the glass on the aquarium. With slow shutter speeds, you can position/point at one spot-waiting for the fish to stop or cross that spot. Hope this helps.</p>