Manual Focus Cameras: How to Use Split Prism and Microprism Focusing Screens
New to manual focus film photography and wondering how to nail your focus? A focusing screen is one way! My Minolta X-700 35 mm film camera uses both a split prism and a microprism system. I'll show you what they both do, and you can follow along with whatever camera you're using! • SKIP TO THE PART YOU NEED • Intro: 0:00 Explanation of what split prims and microprisms do: 1:17 Skip to microprism explanation: 1:36 Skip to split prism explanation: 2:03 Example through the viewfinder focusing in and out: 2:41 Example through the viewfinder with moving subject: 4:35 • OTHER VIDEOS MENTIONED • Zone Focusing for Beginners: • Zone Focusing For Beginners: How to Nail Y... • LEARN MORE ABOUT FILM PHOTOGRAPHY • • Film Photography Learning • GET THE GEAR • The manual focus camera I shoot with and love: https://ebay.us/DauHve My favorite 35mm film to shoot with these days: https://amzn.to/2PZvlGC • COME SAY HELLO • Website: https://www.paigegribbphotography.com Instagram (personal/lifestyle): / paige_elisa Instagram (portraits): / yourparismoment • MUSIC • "Stoplight," "Coffee Shop" - PYC: / pycmusic "Be Good to Yourself," "Wax Vinyl" - Lee Rosevere: https://leerosevere.bandcamp.com • DISCLAIMER • I use affiliate links for some of my favorite products. This means that if you use it to make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. For example, as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Thanks for your support!

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