May 2023
Beginner
56 pages
56m
English
Overview
Quickly learn the basics of 35mm film photography: loading film, using the built-in light meter, the exposure triangle, composition tips, and shooting scenarios so you can capture great photos!
Designed for photographers who want a quick introduction (or refresher) to 35mm film photography, this handy and ultra-portable quick reference Pocket Guide helps you get the shot when you’re out and about.
- • Confirm that your camera is set up properly with the pre-shoot checklist
- • Load your camera with 35mm film
- • Conquer the three key components of exposure—aperture, shutter speed, and your film's ISO
- • Learn to use your camera’s built-in light meter (or a light meter app)
- • Understand lenses and focal length—and how they affect the look of your image
- • Learn about pushing and pulling film, bracketing exposures, and more
- • Use the most effective composition tips for framing your photo
- • Follow techniques for getting great shots in typical scenarios (portrait, landscape, freezing action, low light, etc.)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Pre-Shoot Checklist
01 Working with 35mm Film
02 Exposure Basics
03 Shooting in Manual Mode
04 Beyond Manual Mode
05 Lenses and Focal Length
06 Advanced Shooting Techniques
07 Composition Tips and Shooting Scenarios
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