Retro Camera Buying Guide: Getting Serious About Photography… On the Cheap! Expanded and Revised

Retro Camera Buying Guide: Getting Serious About Photography… On the Cheap! Expanded and Revised

Author: Shawn M. Tomlinson

Publisher: Lulu.com

Published: 2018-04-17

Total Pages: 292

ISBN-13: 1387749447

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A lot has changed since I wrote and published this first volume of what became this guide series. One thing hasnÕt. I still have the same enthusiasm and joy in photography I had way back at the beginning of the series. I have a lot more knowledge and experience now and, occasionally even get close to taking good photographs. ThatÕs the thing, see. I didnÕt know a lot when I originally wrote this guide. I had been working in photography since 1982 professionally. Everything I knew, pretty much, was self-taught. In general, thatÕs still true. ThereÕs no need for you to do it all by yourself, too, though. This book and this series are meant to help you get going with the basics fast. Yes, OK, I tend to relate my own experiences, but that, too, is meant to help you avoid some basic mistakes I made. And, perhaps, I write in a tad too friendly manner, but think of it as sitting down with me to have a friendly talk about a passion we share: Photography!


Retro Camera Buying Guide & How to Pack a Gadget Bag

Retro Camera Buying Guide & How to Pack a Gadget Bag

Author: Shawn M. Tomlinson

Publisher: Lulu.com

Published: 2015-07-03

Total Pages: 120

ISBN-13: 1329314743

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Photographer and writer Shawn M. Tomlinson, author of the Photo Curmudgeon column and books, gives the budding photographer an inexpensive way to move into serious photography with good equipment. Tomlinson considers the financial restrictions of novice photographers in this how-to book that gives detailed, step-by-step help. He illustrates his points with many photographs shot with the cameras he recommends. As a bonus, this book also contains Volume 2 of the Shawn M. Tomlinson's Guide to Photography series, How to Pack a Camera Gadget Bag.


Vol. 18: Photography: Going Semi-Pro II: Revisiting the Nikon D7000

Vol. 18: Photography: Going Semi-Pro II: Revisiting the Nikon D7000

Author: Shawn M. Tomlinson

Publisher: Lulu.com

Published: 2018-03-14

Total Pages: 200

ISBN-13: 1387662236

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The Nikon D7000 was aimed at the Enthusiast photographer when when it was released in 2010, but it proved to be such a tough, reliable camera, it became the darling of semi-pro photographers everywhere. At 16.2 megapixels, this APS-C/crop frame DSLR has great resolution and handles nearly every Nikon lens ever made. In this volume of Shawn M. TomlinsonÍs Guide to Photography, the Nikon D7000 proves itself to be one of the best mid-range DSLRs available for the budding photographer at the Enthusiast and Semi-Pro levels.


Retro Cameras

Retro Cameras

Author: John Wade

Publisher:

Published: 2023-02-02

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780500296974

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An accessible, stylish guide to still-usable vintage film cameras: which to buy, where to find them, and how to get the most out of them Retro Cameras is a stylish guide for a generation that has moved from sharing vintage-filtered digital images via Instagram to embracing "old school" analog film photography and manual cameras of all formats. Quick reference shooting guides accompany each camera type, allowing even a camera phone junkie to quickly come to grips with shooting on film with a vintage camera. More than 100 camera models are included, from 35mm SLRs to Roll Film SLRs and Instant Cameras. With over 400 specially commissioned photographs, an in-depth test drive of each camera type, practical advice on how to use and get the most out of each camera, buyers' tips, and a dedicated glossary, Retro Cameras is a perfect reference for amateurs and professionals alike.


Vol. 17: Photography: Going Semi-Pro I: Revisiting the Nikon D200

Vol. 17: Photography: Going Semi-Pro I: Revisiting the Nikon D200

Author: Shawn M. Tomlinson

Publisher: Lulu.com

Published: 2018-03-13

Total Pages: 262

ISBN-13: 1387662104

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The designers at Nikon in 2004-05 were looking for a way to reach the semi-pro photographer. The semi-pro is someone who has another job but shoots photos Ñ often at weddings Ñ as a part-time job. TheyÕre sometimes called weekend warriors. They tend to be serious and dedicated, but they had no need for the pro digital single-lens reflex behemoths like the Canon EOS IDX Mark II or the Nikon D5. What they needed then and now is a DSLR camera that is built strong, is always reliable and can handle their workload. That led to the first true semi-pro camera from the company, the Nikon D200. The D200 may have been overshadowed by its successor, the Nikon D300, but itÕs still a great camera. A great camera that can be had relatively cheaply, and that makes it an even better camera.


Vol. 19: Photography: Beyond Semi-Pro: The Nikon D800 & D800E

Vol. 19: Photography: Beyond Semi-Pro: The Nikon D800 & D800E

Author: Shawn M. Tomlinson

Publisher: Lulu.com

Published: 2018-03-14

Total Pages: 168

ISBN-13: 1387664050

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I have been somewhat reluctant to write about the absolute best digital single-lens reflex camera I have ever used, the Nikon D800E. The reason is that I like to write about older cameras that have become cheaper to buy and use for the frugal photographer. Although some of the cameras I have written about were terribly expensive when first released, by now they are reasonably cheap. For example, IÍve written books about the Canon EOS 1DS/1DS Mark II, the Nikon D1 and the Nikon D2X. These all are pro DSLRs and as such were released at prices ranging from $6,000 to $8,000. By now, however, the most you will pay is around $400 for any of them. In a few years, the Nikon D800E, too, will be much cheaper and an obvious choice for the frugal photographer. No matter the price, the D800 and D800E are two of the best DSLRs ever made. Either will change you as a photographer in fantastic ways.


Film Camera Zen

Film Camera Zen

Author: BELLAMY. JAPAN CAMERA HUNTER. HUNT

Publisher: Chronicle Chroma

Published: 2024-11-12

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781797232300

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The must-have guide for any camera collector, avid film photographer, or novice creative seeking advice on what camera to choose and how to get started purchasing and collecting. Film Camera Zen is a carefully curated guidebook by Bellamy Hunt, the founder of Japan Camera Hunter and sought-after expert in all types of analog cameras and their histories. From European brands such as Leica and Hasselblad to Japanese makers Nikon, Canon, Pentax, and Minolta, Hunt provides all the technical knowledge needed to enable the best purchase, including: Technical capabilities Focus options Compatible lenses Accessories Like vinyl records and vintage watches, film cameras have captured the imagination of a new generation who are rediscovering them as collectibles and as an alternative to camera phones. The beauty of the cameras themselves, acquiring the skill to use them, and the photographic results offer a uniquely rewarding experience in the digital age. Film Camera Zen is the perfect guide for getting started and enjoying the process of learning, acquiring, and mastering the classic analog camera.


FUJIFILM X Series Unlimited

FUJIFILM X Series Unlimited

Author: Dan Bailey

Publisher: Rocky Nook, Inc.

Published: 2018-03-25

Total Pages: 370

ISBN-13: 1681983893

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FUJIFILM X Series Unlimited teaches you everything you need to know in order to achieve mastery with your FUJIFILM camera, gaining maximum performance and total creative liberation with your photography…no matter what FUJIFILM X Series camera you use. Written by professional photographer, expert Fuji user, and X Series ambassador Dan Bailey, you'll learn every feature and every menu item, button, and function of the FUJIFILM X Series lineup. More importantly, you'll learn how to use these features and settings in actual shooting situations out in the world in order to capture great photographs.

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Dan has shot with X Series cameras for nearly six years, and he’s worked closely with the FUJIFILM tech reps and product managers. He knows these cameras inside and out. He knows how they function out in the real world, and he's tested them with a wide range of subject matter, often in extremely challenging conditions, environments, and shooting situations. FUJIFILM X Series Unlimited teaches you everything he’s learned along the way.

In this book, you'll learn all the camera settings, how to use autofocus, how to use and customize the film simulations to create your own “look,” how to set up the camera for maximum image quality and performance, and many other features such as bracketing, exposure modes, the ADV mode filters, how to update firmware, and how to optimize your Fuji to match your style and subject matter.

This book is absolutely packed with tons of great recommendations, advice, and insight. If you take the time to learn and master just a few of the features covered in this guide, you'll be able to take your creative and technical skills to a whole new level.


Vol. 21: Early DSLR Cameras I: Revisiting the Nikon D100

Vol. 21: Early DSLR Cameras I: Revisiting the Nikon D100

Author: Shawn M. Tomlinson

Publisher: Lulu.com

Published: 2018-03-14

Total Pages: 204

ISBN-13: 1387664840

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The folks at Nikon produced the first practical digital single-lens reflex camera with the Nikon D1 in 1999, but Canon was hot on their heels, reaching out to the Enthusiast photography market first with the Canon EOS 30D. Always in direct competiion with Canon, Nikon pushed to get its first Enthusiast DSLR on the market by 2002, the Nikon D100. It may be old now, but it still is a viable choice for the frugal photographer starting out. In this volume of Shawn M. TomlinsonÍs Guide to Photography, Nikon D100 takes center stage, showing exactly how good this camera is and why it makes a great first DSLR.


The Yashica 35 Camera Book

The Yashica 35 Camera Book

Author: Richard Jemmett

Publisher:

Published: 2021-05-23

Total Pages: 205

ISBN-13:

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This book will help you enjoy buying and photographing with film cameras from the full Yashica 35 range, including the various Electro, Lynx & Minister models. Whether you are new to analogue photography or you have shot vintage cameras in the past, this book will help you make a success of buying and using the Yashica 35 range of cameras. Besides Richard's experience with the cameras, you will find re-prints of original guides and manuals that will help you buy, use, maintain and repair your camera. The Yashica rangefinder cameras are all equipped with high-quality lenses and great features from the all manual 35W to the aperture priority Electro 35. They provide a quality alternative to SLR and point & shoot cameras producing the rich colours and atmosphere that many will say only film can deliver. These cameras capture the most enjoyable aspects of film photography, and the experience will help you become a better photographer and create some super results. To accompany the book, the author has created a dedicated web resource page that will help you find even more information such as battery conversion sources, film suppliers, user generated galleries and much more. We regularly update the web resource guide with information and resources to make it a valuable addition to the detailed information found in this vintage guide. Buy the Yashica 35 Camera Book today and start your journey to learn more about how to buy, use and enjoy these wonderful film cameras. The book's chapters include: What is a Rangefinder? The Yashica 35 Range Featured Cameras - Electro 35 GSN, Lynx 5000, 35W, Electro MC Yashica 35 Camera Guides - Re-printed camera guides Buying a Yashica 35 Camera Using a Yashica 35 - Zone Focusing, Getting the Right Exposure, Post Processing of Film The Yashica Company - History and Marketing of Yashica 35 Cameras Testing, Faults and Repair - Testing your Camera and Repair Tips Accessories - Lens Filters, Light Meters, Cable Release, Flash, Tripods and Camera Supports, Cases and Bags, Pimping Your Camera Making the Most of Your Yashica 35 Camera - Colour or Black & White?, Architecture and Buildings, Street and Urban Photography, Landscapes, Low Light & Night Photography Appendices - Lens & Photographic Terms, The Law and Photography (UK), What was Happening?