SLR Photography

[MusicMan]

so i just got a Nikon F80 35mm camera with a whole bunch of extra things.

I am a complete photography novice. is there anyone here that would be willing to meet with me this week sometime to show me what to do? and how to use it?

i would be willing to pay you with a sleeve of balls for your help

thanks.

brit i am looking in your direction....

[jvincent]

If you want some good tutorials on technique, etc check out the archives at the following site.

http://luminous-landscape.com

The author is an "authority" in the photography world.

[MusicMan]

thanks JV, but im more of a hands on learner and i think it would be better to have someone show me in person. that all seems to confusing for me

[little brit]

Hey MusicMan,

Mmmmmm. An SLR beginner. Not the easiest way to start these days. Can make a lot of expensive mistakes with film. When you start with a DSLR at least you can see immediate feedback and can erase until you get it right. A much easier learning tool. In the end much less costly.

I am not much more than a beginner myself, practically. Haven't used a regular SLR for years.

Before you go hands on with anyone though it would be better to get some basics in an easy book, Something like Understanding Exposure by Brian Peterson. It is in Chapters, you could just have a look at first to get the general idea.

Actually Dan is the pro

If you are in Montreal like your profile says then I can recommend a really good photographer teacher there. I am considering taking a couple of lessons from him myself. I have no idea as to his rates though.

I don't know anything about he N80, although I presume it has a P mode which would make it a lot easier for you to start out with. Basically that is automatic exposure.

[MusicMan]

hmmm... thanks Brit.

Dan any help?

[little brit]

If you can't get anyone more qualified then I would be willing to have a look. But no promises as to my success.

[MusicMan]

If you can't get anyone more qualified then I would be willing to have a look. But no promises as to my success.

haha... thanks Brit ill let you know... just took a few pictures outside for fun messing around with the shutter speeds, we'll see how they turn out when i get it developed. i would buy a DSLR, but i dont have the cash and this was free.

its got these colourd "filters" i guess they are. with different tints, and ones with mesh inside them that i dont know what they are for, or what conditions they are for

PS. i am still in ottawa until June 1st

[The Saint]

PS. i am still in ottawa until June 1st

Then join us at Trilium Woods you $*@#!!

[MusicMan]

Chris if you'll be so kind enough as to take up my tab for me... ill be there 100%

[The Saint]

Chris if you'll be so kind enough as to take up my tab for me... ill be there 100%

I'll pay for your accomodations

[MusicMan]

I'll pay for your accomodations

we need a get Jarred to the ryder cup fund. but thats a different thread alltogether hahaha!

[little brit]

Ok I don't know how much of a newbie you are, but basically if you are in P mode the camera selects both the shutter speed and the aperture. If you are in A then the camera just automatically sets the Shutter and if you are in Shutter then the camera sets the Aperture. Due to irregular lighting conditions though you may have to use the exposure compensation to get the correct exposure. If you are in manual you choose both the shutter and the aperture. There is a meter you can see in the viewfinder and when it is in in the middle that is a normal exposure.

Enjoy

What lenses did you get? Some of the old primes are really nice

Dan may correct me

[MusicMan]

What lenses did you get? Some of the old primes are really nice

lol, how do i tell you without taking pics?

[little brit]

Well the lens is attached to the front of the camera and there should be lettering like 35-70mm 3.5-5.6 or like a prime would be 35mm 1.8 or something like that. The maker too

[spackler]

There is a meter you can see in the viewfinder and when it is in in the middle that is a normal exposure.

That's alll you need to know to get started. Adjust the aperture and shutter speed to get a good balance.

Seriously J-man, a free film SLR is still way more expensive than a pricey DSLR.

[MusicMan]

Well the lens is attached to the front of the camera and there should be lettering like 35-70mm 3.5-5.6 or like a prime would be 35mm 1.8 or something like that. The maker too

Nikon AF Nikkor, 28-80mm, 1:3. 3-5.6G

what ever that means

[little brit]

http://www.nikonians.org/nikon/f80/

Then you have exactly this Looks nice. Kit lens then I think basically. My old camera didn't even have auto focus Lol

[MusicMan]

That's alll you need to know to get started. Adjust the aperture and shutter speed to get a good balance.

Seriously J-man, a free film SLR is still way more expensive than a pricey DSLR.

was looking at a D40x. but $600 is a little much for the time being. this was free. and i could always get the pictures developed on CD instead of hardcopy. the only con is you cant see the picture as soon as its taken. you need to wait

[MusicMan]

http://www.nikonians.org/nikon/f80/

Then you have exactly this Looks nice. Kit lens then I think basically.

thats it.

[spackler]

was looking at a D40x. but $600 is a little much for the time being. this was free. and i could always get the pictures developed on CD instead of hardcopy. the only con is you cant see the picture as soon as its taken. you need to wait

I hear you, but the film and processing adds up. I don't think I've used my SLR in at least 5 years. That said, film photography is lots of fun, just lacks that instant gratification factor. I used to print my own pictures, a little bit harder than photoshop but you could still really have fun with it.

[MusicMan]

film processing is cheap now, and the price is going to go down more as more people are using digital.

[Big Johnny69]

we need a get Jarred to the ryder cup fund. but thats a different thread alltogether hahaha!

We should have a joint charity event or auction for the both of us.

Actually, start snapping pics and sell them. You'll have enough cash for Trillium in no time.

[hoolio]

Actually, start snapping pics and sell them. You'll have enough cash for Trillium in no time.

Yeah, just last weekend Sakuraba was expressing his interest in getting some George Costanza type "erotic" shots done up for his annual work calendar. Get in touch with him and see what he was looking to spend.

[Sakuraba]

Its funny how the soultion is staring us in the face in this thread.

Jarred: sell the camera & come to Belleville?

As for the calendar, I'm just looking for something tasteful...

[MusicMan]

haha. Andrew your funny dude. i need a camera. and besides, keep the camera and have at least a years worth of good pictures before i go digital. or waste 1 weekend in belleville?

[Sakuraba]

allright Jarred how about this? sell that camera & get that xbox 360?
I bet you've got some guitars you could sell also.

[MusicMan]

allright Jarred how about this? sell that camera & get that xbox 360?
I bet you've got some guitars you could sell also.

but they're my babies. would you sell your babies?

[Sakuraba]

are you making me an offer?

[OutOfTheRough]

Just wanted to chime in. What is mentioned below this is correct. About your filters each filter that you have will produce a different effect, but when you use them even if the exposure meter shows in the middle you will have to either over expose or under expose depending on the filter you are using.

http://www.kenrockwell.com/tech/filters.htm

Ken Rockwell knows his stuff, so I thought I would post this link here for you. If you have any questions I would be more than happy to help you out.

Tim

Ok I don't know how much of a newbie you are, but basically if you are in P mode the camera selects both the shutter speed and the aperture. If you are in A then the camera just automatically sets the Shutter and if you are in Shutter then the camera sets the Aperture. Due to irregular lighting conditions though you may have to use the exposure compensation to get the correct exposure. If you are in manual you choose both the shutter and the aperture. There is a meter you can see in the viewfinder and when it is in in the middle that is a normal exposure.

Enjoy

What lenses did you get? Some of the old primes are really nice

Dan may correct me

[MusicMan]

wow i suck!

just took 24 pictures. only 20 came out. and of the 20 i had to photoshop EVERYONE to get the colours half decent.. i need HELP!