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I think it's best to try one first as it may not feel right, that'll hold me off for a while.
I've currently got a Bronica ETRSi which I think is a fine camera, if I was going to 6x6 (non-TLR) I would want to try a different manufacturer and think it would have to be the 500CM.
Maybe I should find a shop for some hands-on time with one....
I guess there's also the Bronica GS-1
The 40mm pancake lens for Pentax K-mount cameras. It's so thin! I read an article praising it a couple of weeks ago, prices on eBay were reasonable then... I should have jumped on it, they're all up around the £80-100 mark now. Too much for a whim!
But then I look at my main digital gear (Fuji X-Pro1) and realised that I've hardly used it - fewer than 5k clicks in the last 3 years, I think.
I'm not thinking of going fully film, only to sell a digital system I hardly use for something I'll hopefully make better use of. I'm going to do some comparisons between my D70 and XP1 for gear photos tomorrow, as long as the images show all the blemishes it's not like I need the latest and greatest kit for that. I'm seriously considering selling the XZ too, which has had even less use than the systems, and getting an X100S or T for my walkabout digital needs, those days when I don't want the faff of reloading film after taking 36 photos.So perhaps think twice and long and hard before you ditch your digital gear and go totally silver halide!
Minolta Dave replied today to inform me that, "I am very sorry but you will need a software upgrade on the Dynax 9 and we do not have the required software".Let me know what Minolta Dave says about upgrades anyway
Minolta Dave replied today to inform me that, "I am very sorry but you will need a software upgrade on the Dynax 9 and we do not have the required software".
I'd asked if the serial number thing was correct but that line is the whole of his reply. I guess it'd be immaterial if a camera had the board because he couldn't do the software anyway.
I've been browsing Fuji Instax cameras today on the evil 'Bay - I'm off to a festival of sorts in May, and thinking of offering people a shot of themselves as I wander about. It seems to be the cheapest way to do instant photos - the Polaroid Zink cameras/printer looks a bit pony, and the older Polaroid cameras, while the hardware is cheap, the film isn't. Anyone have any recommendations?
All of the Instax cameras are essentially the same internals/lenses so you're main decision is between Mini or Wide. The Mini bodies are much more compact that the wide ones and look a little less bulky! One benefit of using Mini is that Fuji have now released B&W Instax film. I've got a box of it on my desk ready to shoot in my InsTLR once I'm happy with the lens alignment.
The new Leica Sofort Instax is just a Fuji Mini Neo 90 with a new skin so unless you need a red dot, save a few hundred £ and buy the Fuji. The Neo 90 is probably the best looking Instax camera (personally) but is also the most expensive. I've seen them go on Gumtree for <£50 but the majority will be around £90. Other Instax bodies are generally £20-£50 second hand.
I've been browsing Fuji Instax cameras today on the evil 'Bay - I'm off to a festival of sorts in May, and thinking of offering people a shot of themselves as I wander about. It seems to be the cheapest way to do instant photos - the Polaroid Zink cameras/printer looks a bit pony, and the older Polaroid cameras, while the hardware is cheap, the film isn't. Anyone have any recommendations?
Dusted off my Fed 2 and Zorki 3m the other day and I think they could do with a good service. Now my dilemma is do I service them or do I give in to temptation and begin looking for something a bit nicer like a Canon 7(s) or a newer Voigtlander Bessa R (1, 2 or 3). I certainly don't need a rangefinder alongside my other kit but I can't help but want one to play with. The Russians are good fun and quirky but I'm feeling like an old fart an would appreciate a brighter viewfinder and more contrasty rangefinder patch.
Otherwise I've spotted a couple of Bronica Sq-A for sale at bargain prices and they're calling to me. I was looking for a 6x6 when I bought my ETRSI.
Lately, I find myself constantly thinking about a Pentacon Six TL, I already have two 6x6 TLR cameras, so the format is more than covered, but the possibility of exchanging lenses and that SLR type of body makes me want it. On the other side, I'm not fully convinced about that big curtain, a huge point of failure and source of vibrations, in addition to speed related problems. But I'm not able to stop thinking about it. :banghead:
...Now you're making me think about one that has the TTL prism...
Voigtlander, all day and every day.
Are they generally only available on the bay.
I'm tempted by the red dot......paired with a digital red dot.
When I win the lottery.
Robert White sell them and I think they may have a few new ones but RW are expensive, bit like Grays of Westminster for Nikon.
Ffordes have them sometimes , second hand but always in good nick. If you speak to them they can usually source anything you need given time. And , as you say, there is always the bay of e.
I forgot to add, to counter the high risk of film counter issues you could pick up a Kiev 60 for a lower price which is basically the same camera. At least if that one fails you haven't lost as much on it!
I think nearly all mirrorless digitals can use adapters for manual lenses because the registration distance (from back of the lens to the film plane or sensor) is much shorter without a shutter box in the way. I've got a bunch of adapters for Fuji, cost about £10 each from Amazon for a well-made metal collar.Is there a digital system you can use the lenses on alongside the film camera?
Can you get a TTL prism for the Kiev 60?
I wonder what fails on the film counter system in the pentaco. Is it electronic or mechanical?