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Film photography basics
Confirm film format, sensitivity, battery needs and how the camera advances. Load in appropriate light and test basic operation before an important day. Write the film speed on a small card.
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Think about the brightest and darkest areas that matter to the image. Use a reliable meter and bracket uncertain scenes if your process allows. Avoid opening the camera before the roll is safely rewound.
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Record frame numbers and exposure choices when practical. Compare the finished images with your notes, including misses. Handle and store negatives carefully so one roll remains a useful reference.
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