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What is the basic gear for astrophotography?
I have a Canon 60D and would like to start doing some astrophotography and/or time-lapses of the Milky Way.
I know I need to buy a special tripod, one with either ecuatorial mount or a computer ...
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Recommended filters for sunrise/ocean landscape shot
What filters I can use to shoot a ocean/sunrise landscape shot? I'll be shooting after dawn and I would like to make the water looks clear.
Thanks
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Galapagos vacation — what photo gear should I take?
Soon I'm off to the Galapagos Islands. I have to admit I've been spending a lot of hours talking to people and reading reviews, and that has left me very confused choosing the correct gear for my ...
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What filters should I get for mountain landscape photography?
I'm visiting the mountains of La Plagne in France. I'm hoping to get some nice photographs of the snow covered mountains while I'm there. I'm thinking of getting some filters for to use with my Cokin ...
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3answers
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Is it worth buying an expensive CPL filter over an e-bay cheap one?
I have already got a circular polarizer filter (CPL) filter for my canon EF-S 18-55mm and it is working fine, although the quality goes down a bit compared to when I don't have the filter on, but its ...
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2answers
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77mm UV filter - which one to get? [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
How to shop for a lens filter?
After deliberating for a long time, which ultra wide lens to get for my Nikon D90 I will go for the Tokina 11-16mm, which I have found for ...
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4answers
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Screw-in or square filters in the field?
I currently carry a circular polarizer and a screw-in 4X ND with me in the field. I've decided it's time to upgrade my filters, because there are too many times when I really need an 8X ND (or more) ...
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2answers
298 views
How to shop for a lens filter?
What should I consider when shopping for a lens filter?
I see filters that range from $15 to $115 and more. What are the differences between the $15 and the $115 filter?
I'm asking in the ...
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2answers
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What are best brands and (side) effects of UV filters?
I just bought a Canon T2i and I'm concerned that I need a UV filter (for protection) and I have some questions.
What are the best brands of filters?
What (side)effects filters brings to the table?
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0answers
137 views
What filters would you recommend for a digital SLR beginner/medium [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
What are the must-have filters for a new photographer?
I am a beginner/medium experience digital SLR user, and would like to start using some filters with some of my ...
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2answers
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Is this a good polariser and is it for an appropriate price?
I'm thinking about purchasing Hoya HD 58mm Circular Polariser and I was wondering whether it's a good choice and also whether it's for an appropriate price. What do you guys think?
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Should I choose Hoya HD CP or Nikon CP II polarization filters?
I am looking for a polarization filter for a couple of my lenses. I have heard great things about Nikon CP filters and I am using Nikon NC filters myself on some of my most precious lenses.
However, ...
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1answer
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Cokin a-series or p-series filters for 52mm filter thread lenses?
I want to buy some ND grad filters but am unsure whether to purchase the Cokin a-series or p-series. I prefer smaller and lighter equipment because it is easier to transport and since my lenses ...
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2answers
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What is an appropriate set of filters for a Canon PowerShot SX30 IS?
I'm buying a Canon PowerShot SX30 IS camera, and also would like to buy a filter to protect its lens. I would like to have complete set of filters ranging from polarized, starburst, UV, and red for ...
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4answers
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How do I choose a polarizer?
It was suggested that I should get myself a polarizer filter to get over my reflection problem.
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How to avoid reflection when taking a picture of a ceramic object with a shiny glaze?
)
I found out ...
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What should I look for in a polarising filter?
I am wanting to invest in a polarising filter for my camera (a Canon T2i/550D). What sort of things should I be looking for? What differentiates a good polariser from a bad one? Are there any brands ...
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4answers
928 views
What types of filters are there and what's their use?
I have basic idea of what a filter is and what it is used for. I would like to know what are the different types of filters are available and if possible would love to have the following questions ...
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What ND filter would you recommend?
I'm thinking about getting an neutral density filter to shoot some silky waterfalls and smooths waves on the beach.
What would you recommend in terms of:
1. Brand - quality, durability, price
2. ...
