Alphanatics F.A.Q 
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1.Q : Flash not detecting properly on camera body ?
   A : Possible connector dirty. Please refer to link on how to clean it .
        http://www.alphanatics.com/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=2756
 
 
2a.Q : Differences between  F58 over F42?
    A:

            
         *picture from dpreview.com*
        - Quick Shift Bounce and Expanded Versatility
        - More power 42 vs 58
        - Able to receive external battery pack
        - Strobing function
        - Remote commander
        - Built-in white card
 
2b.Q : Differences between A200 / A300 / A350 ? 
     A: http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/compare_post.asp?method=sidebyside&cameras=sony_dslra200%2Csony_dslra300%2Csony_dslra350&show=all
 
 
2c. Q : Differemces between Minolta 50mm 1.4 with Sony 50mm 1.4?
      A: http://www.alphamountworld.com/reviews/sony-50mm-f14-lens-review
 
 
2d. Q : Differences between minolta RS, normal, double X crossed version ?
        For double X crossed version. It was rebadged due to "Exxon Mobile" lawsuit
        For more info the rest of the lens please refer to : http://www.dyxum.com/lenses/lens_glossary.asp 
 
3a.Q : How to use Manual mode on camera?
         A : Please refer to guide : http://www.alphanatics.com/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=273
3bQ : How to Clean Sensor ?
    A : http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Photography-Tips/Sensor-Cleaning.aspx
 
3c. Q : How to DIY flash bounce card ?
       A: http://www.alphanatics.com/viewtopic.php?f=40&t=1239
 
 
4a. Q: What is color balance ?
      A: Read this : http://www.cambridgeincolour.com/tutorials/white-balance.htm
 

4b. Q: What is Flash CTO Gel ?
      A: http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopic=677784&st=1320&p=16996460&#entry16996460
 
        "Albnok : That orange strip on my flash. I showed you at McDs Sg. Wang that Saturday remember? It changes the color of the flash from daylight (5500K) to tungsten (2500-3200K)."
 
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5a. Q : What is ND filter stops ?
            Refer to : http://www.hoyafilter.com/products/hoya/oef-05.html
 
5b. Q : What is UV Filter ?
            Refer to :  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/UV_filter
 
5c. Q : What is CPL filter ?
           Refer to : http://www.hoyafilter.com/products/hoya/gf-04.html