Manual camera?
Oct 29, 2019 20:11:37 #
Mamiya RB67 ProS here ... although it is relatively new to me. I had a Pentax 645, but sold it for an N version. I like my autofocus :)
Oct 29, 2019 20:17:02 #
If you decide to sell your hasselblad and/or Rollei please let me know.
Baer
libraryofalexandria@me.com
Baer
libraryofalexandria@me.com
Oct 29, 2019 20:19:29 #
Pentax ZX-M
Pentax K1000
Pentax Auto 110
Olympus Trip 35
Zenit ET
And yes, I read the manual.
Pentax K1000
Pentax Auto 110
Olympus Trip 35
Zenit ET
And yes, I read the manual.
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Oct 29, 2019 20:25:25 #
Just a thought for Bill Burkholder and others who have cameras they love that use obsolete film.
I have cut down 4x5 sheet film to use in obsolete plate cameras. This is an almost painfully slow process, but can be used in film cameras that use film with a width greater than 6cm. There are some interesting interwar German cameras that fit this definition. You simply use 4x5 sheet film, and make a cardboard mask to the negative size, then cut it, load it, either directly into the camera or via a single (or dual) frame plate holder for your particular size.
For 2 1/4 by 3 1/4 roll or sheet film cameras, you can cut 2 1/4 (6 cm) sheet film to single plates using the same carcboard template. Just keep cutting the 6 cm film to the 3 1/4" width, and load into film or plate holders.
127 film cameras pose a special challenge, as you need to cut the film in two directions, then respool it onto a 127 spool. It's actually easier than you might expect. I would do this if I had a high end 127 camera like a Baby Rollei. Alas, I don't.... Lomo has your answer here: https://www.lomography.com/magazine/266162-cut-127-film-by-yourself-a-quick-guide
Finally, there are the 620 film cameras, which include such gems as the Medalist and Chevron series. This is the easiest of all, because the 620 and 120 film sizes are identical. Only the spools are different. I got your back. https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-616725-7.html#10636704
Some of the cameras in these formats are among the most iconic and pleasurable cameras ever produced. In my (not so humble) opinion, it's worth the effort to enable shooting with these wonderful cameras. No, you're not going to "spray and pray", but you might enjoy taking deliberative shots and getting in touch with an earlier age. I hope at least one Hogger reading this takes my advice to do so.
Andy
PS: I can't help with 110 or 126. If you bought a high end camera in one of these formats, you are really limited. And "peel apart" Polaroid films seem to still be waiting for sufficient demand. But if you've got a high end shooter in 127, 620, or one of those huge roll film formats, it is worth a try, at least in my opinion. There is so much pleasure to be found in shooting quality vintage gear.
I have cut down 4x5 sheet film to use in obsolete plate cameras. This is an almost painfully slow process, but can be used in film cameras that use film with a width greater than 6cm. There are some interesting interwar German cameras that fit this definition. You simply use 4x5 sheet film, and make a cardboard mask to the negative size, then cut it, load it, either directly into the camera or via a single (or dual) frame plate holder for your particular size.
For 2 1/4 by 3 1/4 roll or sheet film cameras, you can cut 2 1/4 (6 cm) sheet film to single plates using the same carcboard template. Just keep cutting the 6 cm film to the 3 1/4" width, and load into film or plate holders.
127 film cameras pose a special challenge, as you need to cut the film in two directions, then respool it onto a 127 spool. It's actually easier than you might expect. I would do this if I had a high end 127 camera like a Baby Rollei. Alas, I don't.... Lomo has your answer here: https://www.lomography.com/magazine/266162-cut-127-film-by-yourself-a-quick-guide
Finally, there are the 620 film cameras, which include such gems as the Medalist and Chevron series. This is the easiest of all, because the 620 and 120 film sizes are identical. Only the spools are different. I got your back. https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-616725-7.html#10636704
Some of the cameras in these formats are among the most iconic and pleasurable cameras ever produced. In my (not so humble) opinion, it's worth the effort to enable shooting with these wonderful cameras. No, you're not going to "spray and pray", but you might enjoy taking deliberative shots and getting in touch with an earlier age. I hope at least one Hogger reading this takes my advice to do so.
Andy
PS: I can't help with 110 or 126. If you bought a high end camera in one of these formats, you are really limited. And "peel apart" Polaroid films seem to still be waiting for sufficient demand. But if you've got a high end shooter in 127, 620, or one of those huge roll film formats, it is worth a try, at least in my opinion. There is so much pleasure to be found in shooting quality vintage gear.
Oct 29, 2019 20:43:57 #
rfmaude41
Loc: Lancaster, Texas (DFW area)
leicajah wrote:
Just curious. Who uses a totally manual film camera?
I have 3 Nikon Rangefinders (S2, SP & S4). Also an Mamiya RZ67 and a couple of TLR's that I use (occasionally).
Oct 29, 2019 22:52:40 #
—Bob
GAS496 wrote:
You could just say I have my feet firmly planted in the old ways of doing things. Now while hiking with all that equipment is punishing the process is bliss, relaxing and more often than not results in a rewarding photograph. Not to mention the peace and tranquillity of the darkroom experience that follows.
And I know you know all about this too!
Jerry
And I know you know all about this too!
Jerry
Oct 29, 2019 23:45:03 #
rck281
Loc: Overland Park, KS
I have a Leica M3 camera with 4 lenses. It does have a meter that is mechanically coupled to the shutter speed control.
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Oct 29, 2019 23:55:44 #
rck281 wrote:
I have a Leica M3 camera with 4 lenses. It does have a meter that is mechanically coupled to the shutter speed control.
Are you interested n selling it?
Oct 30, 2019 02:14:03 #
leicajah wrote:
Just curious. Who uses a totally manual film camera?
I still have my Canon TL QL, purchased in 1970 with a Canon FL 50mm f/1.8 lens. A Canon FL 200mm f/3.5 lens was added to that kit in 1971. Haven't actually put film in it in several years.
Oct 30, 2019 02:58:37 #
I have two Nikon FM2ns, Mamiya C330s, and Rollei 35s, all fully mechanical and manual. Despite having gone partially digital, I still give these cameras regular use.
Oct 30, 2019 07:22:08 #
leicajah wrote:
Just curious. Who uses a totally manual film camera?
I stopped using a Contax RTS II in 1990 - but it wasn't totally manual. My Horseman 985 was totally manual, and I used it until the mid-'80s.
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Oct 30, 2019 08:13:30 #
GeorgeH wrote:
As the happy and proud owner of Pentax LX cameras, it is NOT totally manual. It can automatically control exposures in moonlit conditions of many minutes. You do have to focus it, but other than that it can control exposure, TTl, and flash, both measured off the film during the exposure.
That's true, but still you can shoot manually by you setting the exposure values as you wish, also if you don't have batteries it still will work completely manual: just mechanically set the shutter from 1/2000 sec to X or bulb, set your lens aperture and voila, all mechanical.
Oct 30, 2019 09:03:33 #
leicajah wrote:
Just curious. Who uses a totally manual film camera?
About once a month for the sheer joy of it and the surprise when the film is developed.
Oct 30, 2019 09:54:25 #
Robert1 wrote:
That's true, but still you can shoot manually by you setting the exposure values as you wish, also if you don't have batteries it still will work completely manual: just mechanically set the shutter from 1/2000 sec to X or bulb, set your lens aperture and voila, all mechanical.
I can shoot fully manual too with my DSLR but of course it's not a manual camera. For a while I can shoot fully manual as the meter broke. I since have it fixed.
Oct 30, 2019 10:03:07 #
petercbrandt wrote:
I use my film manuals for display only, shooting digitally.
Got: Rollieflex f3.5, 3 Hasselblads 500C & C/M, 4x5 Cambo, NIKON F, F2, F3, F4, Nikormat, Alpa 10d & Alnea, and vintage Kodaks........
Wife is after me to sell some I just collected and keep those I used and close down my museum !?
Got: Rollieflex f3.5, 3 Hasselblads 500C & C/M, 4x5 Cambo, NIKON F, F2, F3, F4, Nikormat, Alpa 10d & Alnea, and vintage Kodaks........
Wife is after me to sell some I just collected and keep those I used and close down my museum !?
Please don't sell them. you will regret parting with all those memories that those cameras hold.
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