Re: Do cameras Really need flash?Nightphotos?

[P3D Ferg Gadzala <ferg@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

A few days ago Rev. Robert wrote

>IMHO, the only reason to use a flash is when there is _no other way_ to
>get the shot.  There are many serious photogs who use flash, and quite
>effectively.  I do not.  There are multiple ways to take any given
>photograph, but too often amateur photographers do not know all the
>options.  I suggest experimenting with existing-light photography and
>reading up on it.  You may never use flash again

I  agree with this and like to photograph what's before me the way I know
it rather than
the way I don't know it and will never know it (ie. with a flash). Usually
there's an appeal to the moment that comes from the light at that moment.
I would like to take photos of the city at nighttime, with 4 to 8 second
exposures.
Does anyone have any suggestions for the type of slide film to use?
I've tried one and forgot the brand, and the results were muddy and dense.
A few years ago I tried a slide duplicating film with 8 to 10 second
exposures and the pics were outstanding. I forgot the film type.
Ideally, the night scenes would have perceptible detail in the dark areas
and not be washed out in the areas that are lit up, while giving a warmth
to any neon lights .
Any suggestions?
Thanks in advance,

Ferg

ferg




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