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We Tried It
JTL ET-4 Tripod
Robert E. Mayer  |  Jun 01, 1999

Heavy and sturdy enough for practically any size camera including large format 4x5, the new JTL ET-4 No. 6014 tripod should satisfy the support needs of most any photographer today. Leg length can be quickly adjusted by first loosening then tightening a...

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Pro Techniques
Tech Tips
Select The "Right" Batteries
Peter K. Burian  |  Jun 01, 1999

Although we tend to take them for granted, batteries are an integral part of photography. Virtually every camera developed in the last 10 years becomes merely a paperweight without voltage to keep its mechanisms ticking. Unlike the previous generation which required power for little more than...

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Outdoor/Travel
Sun Block
The Challenge Of Eclipse Photography
Barry Tanenbaum  |  Jun 01, 1999

As the songs says, it don't
come easy. Solar eclipse photography is not something to be taken lightly
or accomplished without preparation and protection. First, it can be
very dangerous: without the rightshielding...

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Student Union
Student Union - Shaun Bangert
Barry Tanenbaum  |  Jun 01, 1999

Shaun Bangert
University of Michigan School of Art & Design

Currently. Second year of graduate studies, pursuing a Masters in photography. Teaches advanced...

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Digital Darkroom
Scans, Scanning, & Scanners
Turning Your Pix Into Pixels
Joe Farace  |  Jun 01, 1999

After desktop printers, one of the most popular digital imaging products that Shutterbug readers ask me about is scanners. Typically, these aspiring digital imagers want to get started digitizing the slides and negative they've been shooting for many...

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Save Money And Get Better Results, Too
Processing Your First Roll Of Black And White Film
Joseph A. Dickerson  |  Jun 01, 1999

It seems that as technology strives to make picture taking easier and more digitalized there is a backlash among many photographers toward rediscovering techniques and processes of the past. Therefore, I thought this would be an opportune time to share my...

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Outdoor/TravelPro Techniques
Low-Light Shooting
Indoor And Outdoor Tips
Rick Sammon  |  Jun 01, 1999

Many amateur photographers have a simple remedy for shooting in low-light conditions--they turn on their flash units and blast the hell out of a scene or subject. Well, that technique sure is effective. For a more pleasing and more creative picture...

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How To
Build A Battery Pack For Your Flash
Jay Abend  |  Jun 01, 1999

Of all the articles that I have written for Shutterbug, there is one topic that continually generates mail from readers. Whenever I have mentioned my "homemade battery packs" for Vivitar 283 and 285 flash units, the mail pours in. Sick of poky...

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Film Photography Reviews
Hot New Ektachrome Slide Films
Peter K. Burian  |  Jun 01, 1999

Although the current Ekta-chrome Elite Chrome 100 and the E100 series films are the best emulsions Kodak has ever produced, some photographers had been hoping for an even more highly saturated chrome. Well, Kodak has responded with two films, intended for...

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Film Photography Reviews
Fuji NHGII 800
Steve Bedell  |  Jun 01, 1999

If you'll allow me a little history, let me reminisce for a moment. The first article I did for Shutterbug was in the late '80s. It was about shooting Kodak VPH 400 film at weddings. The film was a big step forward in shooting candid type...

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