Guidance for photographing UFOs

Summary

This CIA document provides detailed instructions for photographing unidentified objects. It recommends setting the camera to infinity and using fast film such as Tri-X. Shutter speeds should not be slower than 1/100 of a second, depending on lighting conditions. If the object is close, it suggests changing positions on the ground to take multiple photos from different angles, which aids technical analysis.

Additionally, it advises capturing the surrounding environment by taking overlapping 360-degree photos at eye level. This helps document the landscape and is valuable for later investigations. The document emphasizes the importance of carefully processing the original negative and, if possible, making additional copies directly from it. It even mentions including borders and sprocket holes in reproductions, if applicable.