Camera Basics.

This section points out the basic parts of a 35 mm camera
that you, the photographer or model should be able
to check and make sure it is set correctly.  For those
of you with the auto-focus and automatic exposures, be
aware that the camera can still be fooled into making
exposure errors.  Being aware of the settings and what
they mean will help you monitor your camera or at least manually set the controls so you can assure yourself of well exposed images for yourself.

And of course, the main question is, "What brand of camera is best?"  Well, all the powerhouses create great product. It's
really all about what feels right for you. Grab a camera and
hold it, feel it and see if you are comfortable with it. If so, you are on your way.

Another thing, you don't have to spend thousands of
dollars on new equipment to get good photo's.  I shoot my photos primarily with a Canon AE-1. The original model was first released in 1976.  Most camera bodies that old can be bought for about $100.00 dollars. The main thing is to make sure the lens is the best you can find. An  85 mm to 100 mm is a good lens to use. Or you can use a zoom lens and set it to the 85mm through 100mm range.

The best type of camera to get so far is the SLR type camera. SLR stands for  "single lens reflex." You look into the view finder through the lens and see the image. The moment the shutter button is pressed, the image "blinks" in the view finder and you've got your photo.

For more info on Canon Cameras, follow this link.

To insure that you have a successful photo, you need to be aware of certain items when it comes to using your camera. Without this basic knowledge, your photos will not look as you envision them. Be aware of:

• How to set the aperture

• How to set the shutter

• Where to find the view finder

• How to load film and rewind film

• Lens focal length.

• How to focus on your subject.

The following page will point out where all these features
are on the camera. You will need the Flash Plug-in if you
don't already have it in order to see the image that is next.

Note: The image above of Andie was done with a 35 mm
camera, on Kodak 100 speed film in daylight right at the
entrance of the aircraft hangar door which I use as a soft
light source.

Material costs of the image, including the purchase, processing, and printing of the film. Less than $30.00.
Value of the image: Priceless!
 

Other Camera manufacturers

 Canon, Contax, Fuji, Leica, Minolta, Nikon, Pentax, Yashica,

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