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How do I copy old photographs?

Make Photographs of Photographs!

Are there some old photographs that your Great-Uncle Jim just won't let out of his sight for duplication? If so, take a camera with you and take pictures of those pictures! You'll get the best results using a basic single lens reflex 35 mm camera - not the auto focus type. The basic lens on your camera, usually not less than a 50mm lens, will usually focus close enough to copy the old photos.

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