Things You'll Need:
- Internet connection
- Between $150 - $3,000 depending on what you want
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Step 1
First access what your skill level is, and what you will want to use it for. Whether you want to learn all the basics on exposure and depth of field or if you just want a great camera that does it all for you should play a roll in what you get.
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Step 2
If you want to learn how to manipulate exposure, depth of field, and shutter speed you should get a basic, manual camera. Beginning level photography students are often required to use fully manual cameras like the Pentax K1000 or the Canon F-1. These cameras are great, because they require you to learn how exposure works, and they are fairly cheap. You can always find a used one in a local camera store or online, and they have the added bonus of being extremely sturdy. I’ve had one for over 10 years that I still use. Newer model cameras have the option to be either fully automatic, fully manual, or combination of both.
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Step 3
Local resources - Do a search and see if there are any camera stores in your city or town. Employees at used and new camera stores are very knowledgeable, and can help access what you should get, based on your skill level. Plus, you will be able to play around a bit with a couple different models and brands before buying. And ask around - photographers always have a favorite brand and are happy to tell you why.
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Step 4
Access how much you want to spend. Cameras can be very expensive. If you are new to 35 MM film and photography and general, it is a good idea to buy a used camera.
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Step 5
If you have a bit of money to spend and want to play around more, invest in good sturdy camera body and a couple of different lenses for it to obtain varying levels of distortion. The standard width of a lens for 35 MM cameras is 50mm. A wide angle lens is 35mm and lower.
Comments
jnau said
on 12/3/2007 Awesome...I'm looking at buying one...thanks for the info