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Originally Posted by TROLL
sure... one thing to know going in is that what film camera you choose isnt all that important. the layout and functions on them vary but they are mostly all capable of taking high quality photos. the quality of those photos is going to be dependant on the lens you're using, the film you're using, and your own skill. but when it comes to film cameras, lenses are more important than cameras!
with that said if you dont need autofocus, look into some older manual focus cameras. they are light weight, simple, and some of them are very good. i'd think about getting a simple body with just a 50mm lens for now... it is inexpensive and the quality is very good. once you use it a while then you can find out if you wish you had a wider or longer lens and buy the proper tools accordingly.
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That's good to know. I wasn't sure if there was a huge difference really between the different film cameras and all, but it is good that you said the lens makes the biggest difference on them. I will have to stop by New York Camera Video and see what they have used there and see what feels good and that they recommend also. I want to have fun with this but yet do it so I am achieving higher quality photos. I have always been big on art and think that this will be a different way to achieve some artistic goals so I hope I can learn quick and see what happens. I was also thinking about taking a class at Bucks County Community College if they have one but that wouldn't be right away beings that I have to worry about my actual schooling first. Thanks again for all the info and I will let you know what I get into when I go to pick one out.