okay, so my step father just gave me a 35mm camera, and im wondering if i should really be this excited, it looks nicer than anything i have ever touched. its an olympus OM10 w/ a double zoom lense and eletric flash... can anyone tell me anything about it?! thanks, -Rob
Rob, I have not used an OM-10, but if you have never used a 35mm SLR before, get excited about it! These cameras are the most versatile that exist. Whatever you are shooting, whether it be children, trains, sports, scenery, they can't be beat. With the film now available you can also produce large prints which was a 'problem' with them in the beginning. I have worn out 2 Pentaxes, have a 3rd plus a Nikon N65. Just tried digital and am not impressed compared to the 35mm. Buy yourself a few short rolls of your favorite film and just go experiment with the camera. The great thing about SLR's is "WYSIWYG", what you see is what you get. I'd be surprised if you are unhappy with the results.
Jim, thanks for the info, i just killed 2 rolls of 24, and i've had the camera for about 4 hours now.... im really scared about this, seeing as now i have to get it developed!!! i dont even remember what i actually shot! ill be actually shooting real things tomorrow, and hopefully will have some results posted as i will be getting the picture CD with my developing. thanks! -Rob
Here's a webpage that might help you. More information on the Olympus glass selection... Olympus Zuiko Lenses
Can't wait to see those results.... If your picture CD does not have good enough resolution, maybe we can try and scan your photos on my scanner Harold
Rob .. I know it would be a little more "work" .. but if you can .. keep a diary of what you shoot; what your settings were at the time; what type and ISO film you used and any other pertinent information you can think of. It will help you get more experience to take quality photos in the long run. I would also invest in a tripod.
consider it done! the tripod is in the closet.... not sure if its for this camera or not, but it certainly works! i also have stolen my step fathers pentax optio 550 digital camera for the moment, and i am enjoying every minute of it. its just fun to play with (especially since he has the 512 stick! ) ill be taking pictures (hopefully) on thursday or friday, and should have them back on monday, i just got home from school, and every penny i get is going to gas at the moment, yeah, im poor, but what college student isnt at this point in time?! talk to yall later, and thanks for the advice!
Excellent suggestions. I keep a small note pad and pencil in my camera bag. Record: Subject, location, date, etc. It only takes a few seconds. Another possibility- At times a tripod can be a bit more than is necessary. I have one, but rarely ever used it. Instead, I use a monopod. Easy to quickly set up and shoot. These are a really neat tool. Also, make certain that you carry a spare set of fresh batteries! Boxcab E50
Boxcab, I was taught while taking an advanced 35mm photography class in Sacramento several years ago, to keep the tripod attached to the camera at all times. The legs can be pulled in to function as a monopod, but can be opened up for those special shots you want to nail down as crystal clear. Moving from place to place ... just carry the entire unit over your shoulder like a military rifle.
Let me guess... it was run by an old-school PJ? I'm not a big fan of this method... I think it's alot more important to learn how to properly hold a camera, so as to minimize shake, and how to use your surroundings to stabilize your camera..
Excellent suggestions. I keep a small note pad and pencil in my camera bag. Record: Subject, location, date, etc. It only takes a few seconds. Boxcab E50 </font>[/QUOTE]But the question is... what, exactly, do you use these notes for? Do you ID all of your rolls, and cross-reference them? Do you whip that book out in the field, and look up exposure? Subject, location, and date might be useful, I suppose.. But I really don't see much need for a notebook to record exposure info - the key is to learn how to really use your meter, and start trusting it. After you've done alot of shooting, then when you start doing fancy stuff like opening up a stop, or stopping down, for effect. But it's not so hard as to require taking notes... -Gordon
Bill- I tried the tripod method. Did not care for it. My monopod feather light. It has not only the stepped leg, but also a spring loaded, trigger locked adjustment of the top section. Very nice. With one finger I can quickly fine tune height. Why a monopod at all? I have nerve damage in my neck that effects both arms and hands. Especially the left. Due to a racing accident some years ago. This item helps me get the steadiness necessary. I do not keep my notepad for exposure settings. I know from habit, familiarity with my very reliable equipment, what to use. My notes are so that I do not need to recall all the events of any one outing, at a later date. I do not necessarily use a complete roll in one outing, nor have it developed immediately. When it comes back home, I have the dates, places, subject data. Nothing overlooked. Nothing forgotten. Simple. Photos or slides are then quickly labelled for future reference. Boxcab E50
