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>I'm off for a vacation in a few weeks to Peru. Since a lot of what I think
>I'll shoot on this trip will be outdoors (and likely full of color), I thought
>I'd try the Fuji Velvia 100. Except the only place in the world that seems to
>be selling the stuff is B&H. Any other suggestions for a better bargain? I'm
>in the US, don't mind grey/import or buying from Canada (though other
>international sources probably won't be worth the shipping costs).
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>I think I'll also take along some 400 since I'll also be doing a bunch of
>handheld stuff at a couple of festivals - and the weather could be either
>overcast or bright and sunny - there's just no telling. Any faves? Probably
>chrome since I think it gets better color saturation (IMHO) than negative
>
Some things to consider. You mentioned festivals so i assume you will be
up in the highlands. The sun at that altitude can be very bright leaving
the shadows very dark. i.e. very wide latitude. This might be tough for
slide film without fill flash. Can be tough for print film too. People
wear hats so faces tend to be in the shade. In your favor is the fact
that the dry season is pretty much over and there is much more chance
of cloudy weather to reduce contrast ;>) Get up early as it typically
tends to cloud over by noon or so. Another reason to get up early is the
lower angle sun. Noon sun is directly over head and very poor for
photos. If you must take pictures at noon use a polarizer, since the sun
is overhead a polarizer is effective in any direction without the color
graduation from side to side as seen in the mid latitudes. Also bring a
strong UV and a skylight filter if you don't like the added blue.
Personally I don't mind it and am glad to be rid of the perpetual sea
level haze. The crystal clear horizons are unbelievable. Post some
pictures when you get back.
Mike
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