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Just realized I've shot 12 rolls of film and only gotten 3 photos I actually like
That's about 288 frames for maybe three keepers. I'm using a Pentax K1000 with mostly Kodak Gold 200. Is this a normal ratio when you're starting, or am I doing something wrong?
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bettyhunt25d ago
My old photography teacher said a 1% keeper rate was pro level. You're at about 1% right now, so honestly you're on track. The K1000 is a great teacher because it makes you do the work. With Gold 200, your exposure has to be pretty spot on. I'd bet a few of your 'misses' are just a half stop under or over, which that film doesn't forgive. Try writing down the settings for every shot on your next roll, then compare what you wrote to the final photo.
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maxm6325d ago
That notebook trick saved me a ton of film.
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