- 1). Double-check that you know the correct make and model of your camera. This information will allow you to pick the appropriate film. Both the Olympus Stylus Epic Zoom 170 and the Olympus Stylus Epic Zoom 170 Deluxe use 35mm film.
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Action shots require different film than motionless shots.jump image by Kolas Yauheni from Fotolia.com
Decide what kinds of pictures you would like to take. Think about whether you will be shooting indoors or outdoors, moving or stationary subjects, and in low or bright light. - 3
Black and white photographs produce a much different atmosphere than color photographs.Black and White Vines image by Jacob Randell from Fotolia.com
Choose between black and white and color film. Look at photography books or online galleries to get an idea of what kind of shots each type produces. - 4). Choose an ISO speed based on the types of pictures you'll be shooting. Slow speeds (25 to 64 ISO) work well for outdoor photos with lots of light and shots without much motion. Medium speeds (100 to 200 ISO) offer a nice balance between slow and fast speeds for those who take a variety of photographs. Fast speeds (400 to 800 ISO) work well in low light and with fast action shots.
- 5). Pick a brand of film to use. If you're new to photography, you may just want to buy the cheapest film available (usually a store brand) and experiment with different brands when you're more experienced. Brand-name films may be better for work that will be enlarged or published.
- 6). Purchase film. Online retailers may have lower prices, while brick-and-mortar stores have salespeople who can help you choose among the options.
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The more pictures you take, the more you will understand what you like and dislike.Travel image by vashistha pathak from Fotolia.com
Experiment! Get to know your camera and what kinds of results you can produce with different speeds, colors and brands of film. Keep track of what you did for each photograph so you can learn what works and what doesn't.
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