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Discusses the purpose of the letters on front ring of camera lenses. Placement of designation in the front rings to indicate camera-lens combination; Appearance of MD to indicate Minolta lens could be used on late model; Information on the image coverage of the lenses.

Analyze several black-and-white photographs. Theme; Photographers; Camera used.

Features several single lens reflex cameras. Phoenix P-200 with 28-80mm f/3.5-5.6 Phoenix lens; Vivitar V3800N with 28-70mm f/3/4-4.8 MC lens; Camera features; Price range. INSET: HOW GOOD ARE THE LENSES?.

Focuses on the type of cameras used by some photographers. Preference of Dan Lipow for digital cameras; Satisfaction of Monika Merva for the quality of film cameras; Digital image capture cameras utilized by Daniel J. Cox.

Discusses how to test a camera lens. Developments in the testing systems of camera lenses; Reason for the variation in performance of lenses; Details of Subjective Quality Factor camera lens testing system.

Evaluates several single lens reflex camera lenses and teleconverters. Tamron 2X AF teleconverter; Sigma 1.4X and 2X APO teleconverters for Sigma tele and tele zoom lenses; Phoenix 100-400 f/4.5-6.7 AF telezoom lens.

Evaluates the Maxxum 7 camera from Minolta. Features of the camera; Information on its pushbutton primary-data displays; Information on its custom functions; Details on its automatic focus system.

Deals with the features of an effective single-lens reflex (SLR) in cameras. Shutter release in SLR cameras; Focus precision in SLR cameras; Comparison on the magnification of old and new cameras.

Introduces Nikon's F100 camera. Features of the camera; Performance rating of the camera.

Evaluates Minolta Maxxum 9 camera. Features; Capabilities; Characteristics.

Discusses the ideal travel tripod of the author. Features of the camera tripod; Specifications; Price range.

Evaluates the Contax Aria single-lens reflex camera from Kyocera. Details on liquid crystal display viewfinder; Five custom features of Aria; What the information printed between the camera's frames offers.

Alleviates the reputation of the 1990s breed of Pentax K1000 camera. Use of the camera by the camera dealers for their bait and switch strategy; Differences between the 1970s and the 1990s Pentax K1000; Reputation of China-made Pentax K1000s; Probability that Pentax manufacturers have imported the camera's body parts from other countries. INSET: Did Pentax really turn the K1000 into a cheap, plastic has been?.

Presents information regarding apertures and focal lengths of single lens reflect cameras. Comparison of single-focal-length lenses and zoom lenses; Features of the internal focusing system; Measurement of marked focal lengths and marked lens apertures.

Features the Minolta Maxxum 800si camera. Type of camera; Display features; Specifications.

Focuses on Advanced Photo System (APS) cameras. Functions and features; Capabilities; Accessories; Print-improvement information based on daylight and flash picture simulations using IX information from APS cameras; Availability and consistency of APS one-hour photofinishing. INSET: APS outside in: Plaudits & carpings..

Discusses the pros and cons of increasing a camera lens' focal length with teleconverters. Description of teleconverters; Effect of teleconverters on lens aperture; Autofocus; Prices of teleconverters.

Features the Nikon Pronea 6i, an Advanced Photo System point-and-shoot single-lens reflex (SLR). Broad AF and central cross focus almost identical to Nikon N70 and N90s; Ease of use; Traditional threaded mechanical cable-release socket; Manual and setable controls; Switch to basic operations and liquid crystal display; Advice concerning automatic fill-flash.

Looks at an advanced photo system which makes cameras about 30 percent smaller than 35mm. Features; Influence of single-lens reflex; Information on film.

Reports on Pentax's introduction of the Pentax PZ-70 camera. Comparison with AF SLR kind of camera; Features; Use of polycarbonate SLR body that gives camera its compactness and lightness; Accessories; Price range. INSETS: Don't believe what the `experts' tell you.;Nothing can go wrong with a modern auto-everything SLR, right?..

Reports on the production of single-lens reflex cameras in China. History; Transfer of camera factories to China due to cheaper labor; Focus on several camera brands.

Features various SLR cameras made in several Asian countries. Includes Nikkors in Thailand; Pentax from China; Rollei from Singapore.

Features the Nikon N-70 camera. Features; Applications; Operation.

Gives advice on shopping for cameras by mail. Photo mail ordering; Reading mail-order store advertisements; Difference between American warranty, international warranty and store warranty.

Looks at two major tests in the photo area done by Consumers Union and reported in `Consumer Reports,' a guide to buying film and processing (November 1993) and a report on SLR cameras and zoom lenses (December). The author's comments on the `CR' report on films (excellently done) and processing (need for some acknowledgement that some labs are better than others); Apparent skewing of camera feature comparisons in wrong directions; Conclusions on lenses; Can you trust the tests.

Evaluates and compares the Minolta Maxxum 400si and the Canon EOS Rebel XS ultracompact, superlight autofocus single lens reflex cameras. Most exciting new features of each; Control buttons; Flash; Lenses; Recommendations.

Examines the features added to the Minolta Maxxum 700si single lens reflex camera, which begins with a lighter, trimmer, better contoured body, autoexposure bracketing, thumb-operated spotmetering button, and the ability to turn the `eye-start' on or off. Successor to the 7xi; Other features; Invisible improvements; No firm prices set; Recommendations.

Speculates on what the result will be of the collaboration among Kodak, Fuji, Canon, Minolta and Nikon, who are working to design a new 35mm film system. Announcement a year ago; Camera and filmmakers not involved in the small gang of five; Rumors concerning new film and cameras from the five; Successes and failures of some previous Kodak film systems; Why some systems failed; Recommendations for format; Probability the consumer will benefit little.

Argues that purchasers of point-and-shoot cameras really didn't want SLRs but they were the only type of camera available. Now that autofocus point-and-shoot cameras are available with autoload, autowinding, built-in flash, etc., users need to know nothing about exposure, shutter speeds or apertures. Same number of serious hobbyist photographers and loyal SLR users today as in 1981; What this means for the camera industry; Rise in camera prices as dollar weakens against yen.

Evaluates the Olympus IS-3 DLX, a single lens reflex camera that provides a faster, surer autofocus system than its predecessor the IS-1, that will purportedly allow action photos to be made with greater assurance. Practical test; Comparisons with the IS-1; New features; 300mm converter; Flash; Cost.

Evaluates the Nikon N90, a sophisticated, amateur-pro autofocus SLR, electronically advanced in ways that leave other autofocus SLR camera-makers' products dizzingly far behind. Four features that stand out: autofocus sensing, spot exposure metering, flash-exposure setting and ability to link to the Sharp Wizard Electronic Organizer. Camera basics; Lens compatibility; Sensing unit; Flash; Other accessories; Comparisons.

Presents a test review of the Minolta Maxxum 9xi camera, which features every major 7xi feature, except for the autozooming composition and built-in flash. Minolta's survey from the upscale audience who might buy the 9xi; Stainless steel and diecast zinc mirror box; Moisture and dust resistant controls; Battery; Faster acting shutter with lighter shutter blades; Depth-of-field preview capability; High-speed rewind; Auto Shift Card II; Accessory panorama insert; Comments.

The article presents pointers on how artists can make a photographic reproduction of their artwork. It is inferred that almost any camera can be used by artists in making visual portfolio of their works. Artists should use a camera that will focus quite close since many reflexes will focus down to 18 inches with no attachments. The author says that the view camera is still the finest equipment for copying or reproduction of artwork.

The article evaluates the EasyShare P880 Kodak camera from Kodak company and provides information on its zoom range, photographic lenses, focal length advantage, key features and cost.

Features products in the camera industry. Key features of ist D DSLR camera from Pentax; Price of 3.2MP Finecam SL300R digital camera from Kyocera; Pros and cons of DiMaGE X50 from Konica Minolta.

Relates the experiences of the author on how he used anti-shakes in taking pictures. Use of the Canon 75-300mm Image Stabilizer EF; Effect of image stabilization converted into shutter speeds on photographs; Consideration of the time used in taking pictures; Minimum handheld speed.

Presents tips on the prevention of inconvenient camera straps. Four suggestions for the convenience of camera straps; Discussion with each tip; Importance of the tips for the security of cameras.

Explores the compartments of the Adorama Camera's Slinger & Notebook bag. Camera and lens compartment; Compartment for notebook computer; Front and rear compartments for photographs.

Compares the performance of digital and film SLR cameras. Picture quality; Color brightness; Implications on photography.

Provides several tips to consider when buying an AF SLR camera. Central-cross AF sensor; Spotmetering; LCD panel. INSETS: HOT, HOT, HOT SLR NEWS FROM JAPAN!!!;Good grief, what's this combo?;WHAT WENT WRONG WITH THIS SHOT?.

Features the Tamrac Velocity 7 Photo Sling Bag. Designs of the interior compartment of the bag; Content capacity of the Velocity 7; Available colors for the Velocity 7.

Features the Canon EOS Rebel Ti camera. Physical description; Key features; Selling price.

Focuses on the increase of use of digital cameras. Coexistence of digital and film technology; Olympus interchangeable lens digital SLR.

Evaluates the Minolta's Maxxum 4 camera. Deluxe features; Body configuration; Technical capabilities.

Compares the Canon EOS IX Lite and the EOS IX cameras. Comparison of prices and panel controls; View on the viewfinder; Installation of the Advanced Photo System negative.

Proposes a design of a single-lens reflex (SLR) camera. What material should be use for designing an SLR camera; Problem with autofocus cameras; Requirements for the lens mount.

Presents the author's answer to a photographer's question on the longevity of cameras and selection between Nikon F4S and Minolta 700si. Author's preference for Nikon F4S; Relationship between longevity and cycles in cameras; Suggestion of using older cameras.