Nikon FM2 (_DSC4771) - a photo on Flickriver

            I think the FM2 is the best gift one can offer a beginner. Three reasons. One, it will force him to learn the basics of exposure, compensation, depth of field, etcetera. Later, it will be easier to understand, compensate and properly use matrix and spot metering, and compensation.

Two, it has a limited number of functions, which lets one concentrate on exposure and composition. I think it's more important for a beginner to ask himself: if I want a silhouette effect, should I be increasing or decreasing the exposure? than: should I be using dynamic auto focus with closest-subject priority with my 3D color matrix metering?

Three, the camera is good enough that it will serve as a good backup when one grows to an automatic camera. It could also very well remain a first camera for life. In any case, it has very good resale value.

Taken in: Malaysia / Terengganu / Sultan Mahmud Airport (show map)

Taken on: October 11, 2008

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Camera: Nikon D50, 1/200 sec, ISO 200 (more info) (hide info)

Camera:	Nikon D50
Lens:	0.0 mm f/0.0
Exposure Time:	0.005 sec (1/200)
ISO:	200
Exposure Bias:	0 EV
Flash:	Auto, Fired, Return not detected
Exposure Program:	Manual
Exposure Mode:	Manual
Metering Mode:	Center-weighted average
White Balance:	Manual
Light Source:	Flash
Contrast:	Low
Saturation:	Low
Sharpness:	Soft
Color Space:	sRGB
Software:	Adobe Photoshop CS2 Windows
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