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- Chasing The Light With A Fujica GL690
A Stroll Through Lesnes Abbey Woods on Fuji Acros and Kodak 320TXP In the southeast of London, there are some beautiful woodlands to go for long, relaxing strolls in - Joyden's Wood near Bexley and Lesnes Abbey Wood near Thamesmead are two of my favourites. Given the lighting in the woods is necessarily low - even when it's full, bright sunshine outside the woods, this ability to focus and shoot at slow speeds is critical, even when using a mid speed film
- Grain is Good, Right?
The images have middling to good contrast (which I was surprised by) and excellent sharpness. Technical Details summary: Shooting: Camera: Zorki 5 Lens: Jupiter 8 (50mm/f:2) Film: Fujifilm Neopan
- Carl Zeiss Jena Sonnar 180mm f/2.8: A Vintage Gem for Portraits
The lens is built like a tank, with a lot of metal in its construction. The lens comes in three versions: silver, zebra and MC (multi-coated). The lens performs well wide open at f/2.8, with good centre sharpness and moderate vignetting and softness The lens has very little distortion or chromatic aberrations. The lens is not without flaws, however.
- Voigtlander Bessa R Review: A Budget-Friendly Rangefinder
The lens has a metal body and a metal hood that can be removed when not needed (though you can attach filters without removing the hood, and the lens cap sits snugly over the lens hood). The lens is sharp even wide open, with good contrast and color rendition. good image quality with some character and charm. the Bessa R to create different images and moods.
- The Contax G1 Review - Expensive Luxury, or Essential Kit?
The autofocus system is fast and accurate in good light, but can struggle in low light or with low-contrast Fixed Lens: The T3 has a fixed lens, which may appeal to those seeking simplicity. Interchangeable Lenses: Like the Contax G series, it supports interchangeable lenses. The lens weighs 140 grams. Lenses Standard lens is Carl Zeiss Planar T* 45mm f/2, AF.
- The Gift of Architectural Photography on Film
to understand this genre and the irreplaceable charm of film photography, this guide will serve as a good This ability to cast a fresh lens on familiar cityscapes or bring to life the latent beauty of forgotten Thamesmead (Southmere Lake/tower blocks) - two views: 1) from Abbey Wood direction towards Southmere Photo credits: Michael Elliott Tilt-Shift Lenses: An Architectural Photographer’s Secret Weapon Tilt-shift lenses allow photographers to control perspective and depth-of-field in ways standard lenses can't,
- Fujica GL690: A Review of the Medium-Format Rangefinder Beast
We will also share some tips and tricks for finding a good example of this camera and things to look The film choice can affect the mood and style of the images, as well as the grain size and contrast. Fujica GL690: PURCHASING Tips and Tricks Finding a good example of the Fujica GL690 can be challenging Here are some tips and tricks for finding a good example of this camera and things to look out for and You can also follow our tips and tricks for finding a good example of this camera and things to look
- The Rolleiflex Effect
to use accessories such as flash units and lens hoods. Lens bellows. There are many accessories and add-ons available for them, such as lenses, filters, hoods, screens, backs Hoods: cylindrical or conical devices that can be attached to the front of the lens, and can block unwanted Hoods are useful for shooting in bright or backlit situations, and provide protection to the lens from
- The Therapeutic Benefits of Curating Your Own Photography
photography amateur - who only rediscovered photography seriously when I moved from glasses to contact lenses It allows you to revisit moments captured through your lens, providing a sense of nostalgia and reflection It allows you to communicate your thoughts, emotions, and experiences in a way that words alone cannot You’ll need to let go of older, less well-executed photographs that you once thought were good. By critically evaluating your work, you develop a keener eye for what makes a good photograph.
- Top Tips for Choosing the Perfect Photography Print for Your Home or Office
Abstract A creative, imaginative, and unconventional style, which leans heavily on shape, colour, pattern There is a multitude options, like canvas, metal, acrylic, wood, or paper. Wood prints are rustic, natural, and eco-friendly. However, given they're made from natural materials, wood prints can vary in quality, colour, and texture depending on the wood type and grain, and they can also warp or crack over time.
- Dispelling the Myths around Photographic Composition and Style
Or: Why It's Good To Break The Rules Photographic composition and style are essential aspects of creating However, there are many myths and misconceptions about what constitutes good composition and style, and You should choose a lens with a specific angle of view and magnification to suit the subject matter and For example, wide-angle lenses are often used for landscapes, architecture, or environmental portraits ; telephoto lenses are often used for wildlife, sports, or close-up portraits; macro lenses are often
- Film Photography: A Guide for Beginners and Enthusiasts
Different brands and variants of film have different styles that can affect the mood and tone of the They are also typically fixed lens, apart from examples like the Mamiya C330, which has a range of lens Double exposure can create surreal, dreamy, or artistic effects that can convey a message or a mood. Film also has a characteristic grain that adds to the mood and character of the image. Some good examples are r/analog on Reddit, Photrio.com and Lomography.com.