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Which Board? => Main Forum => Topic started by: Francois on October 16, 2017, 09:18:46 PM
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The cold season is coming here, so what better way to keep warm than holding a brand new
Share The Love!
For those who are new, here's how it works.
I put up a first item to give away.
First person who wants it just pays for shipping. But here's the catch: that person has to put an item to give away to anybody who wants it.
So, it goes like this
Wile E. puts an anvil that Elmer wants, so he puts up his hat which Kermit wants. So Kermit gives a jar of his favorite fly jam that Big Bird wants.... and so on.
And if an item stays there for more than a few days without showing any interest, the person has to change it and offer something else. If nothing else is available for the trade, then it's up to another person to start a second round.
Extra tips: a digi photo of the item for trade really helps. So does writing a good description. Bonus points for those who are either funny or show great salesmanship!
So, to start things off I offer an almost new in box Kodak film extractor.
This is the thing that you didn't know you needed until you had one!
Have a camera that winds the film back in the can? No problem.
Accidentally rewind the film in the can while playing with it? No problemo.
This is the perfect tool for those who do bulk loading and want to re-use those nice DX coded cassettes that come from the store.
Want to redscale a film? Want to get a finicky lab to Xpro slide film? This is why you need this!
From experience, it works on about 95% of all cans.
Made from glorious Japanese plastic, I picked it up as a spare at a garage sale this summer just for this.
So, who will be the lucky filmwaster who gets this marvel of engineering?
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Francois, I'll take the Kodak film extractor. I'll send you a PM with my address. I'm offering up a Yashica FX-2. Everything seems to work as it should other than the light meter. The light meter responds to light but seems to be off. The lens is a 50mm f/1.9 Yashica lens that has a little oil on the blades but it doesn't seem to be enough to affect it's performance. I have not shot film with this camera but all the shutter speeds sound accurate to me. It feels like a nice well built camera. It will come with a case that is in nice condition as well.
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And we have a winner for the film extractor!
Now who will have a chance to get a nice Yashica?
These have a super handy 45° focus spot on the ground glass. One of the best designs ever.
Also, they use the Contax/Yashica mount. This means you can put some nice Carl Zeiss glass on it!
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Also, they use the Contax/Yashica mount. This means you can put some nice Carl Zeiss glass on it!
The Yashinon ML lenses are very close to Zeiss in performance and only half the price. Someone should grab this one............before I do. ;D
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Maybe you should ;)
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Wow a camera! That's some serious love. If I thought I could get some use from it I would take you up on it Bryan, but I have one too many cameras right now. Someone needs to take advantage of Bryan asap.
;-)
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Especially since it's an all mechanical camera.
No batteries, no problems ;D
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Ok, I reckon a lot of people has had a fair chance by now to get a free camera. I will be more than happy to take this one. Bryan, I will PM you tomorrow, right now it is bedtime here for naughty boys.
I'm offering up a mint Zeiss Ikon Contessa LK in a very nice original leather case with strap. The Contessa has a Tessar 50mm f2.8 lens in a Prontor 500 LK shutter. Everything works perfectly but the selenium lightmeter is off by a couple of stops. The easiest fix is to compensate with the ISO setting. This one comes with free international shipping, so don't hold yourself back. This is what it looks like:
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Lets keep this ball rolling!
Who wouldn't want to add some Tessar goodness to their arsenal?
This lens formula is tack sharp and quite contrasty. So expect some great B&W shots.
Also, the central shutter should be super quiet. Perfect for those street shots.
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How come nobody wants this beauty?
Just look at how nice it looks!
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OK, this has been stalled for quite sometime. So, Lets call it for this round.
Anybody up for round 2?
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If nobody comes forward I can offer up something else tomorrow.
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Since there was no enthusiasm for a free Zeiss Ikon I will offer up a very nice Agat 18 complete with strap, lens protector, user manual and box. It has seen little use and works well. The lens chamber has been painted with matte black paint to avoid reflections from the shiny plastic. You can shoot 72 frames on a roll and it fits into your shirt pocket. Free international shipping.
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Now, I'm really a sucker when it comes down to Russian cameras.
So I'm a taker!
I'll pm my address and go sorting through my stash....
I think I have something that will find a taker pretty fast.
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OK, I just went through my stash of rarities and found something that I think somebody will want!
It's a NEW Vivitar Ultra Wide and Slim in it's original sealed package!
Now you can't get more rare than that!
It was sold as a VIP gift for Christmas and came already wrapped in paper :)
The camera is definitely a cult item. Super small. 22mm lens. It shows its best when using color film where you get the best out of that incredible Vivitar plastic.
Just don't use film longer than 24 exposures and you're OK.
For those who don't know about it, just use google image to get an eyeful of color :)
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Oh, heck, I'm going to break the space-time continuum here!
I owe Chris A Fraser (http://www.filmwasters.com/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=1173) a Vivitar UWS! But I live in the U.S. and he lives in Canada. Shipping is forecast at $25 USD and I haven't found anything good to pack with it.
Francois, if you send Chris your Vivitar, I will send someone in the States a matching Vivitar (no original packaging, though) if you keep the chain going.
Any takers?
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That's ok with me.
Just pm me the address and I'll send it away.
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So, who wants Jacks' cult classic Vivitar?
I forgot to mention that it sports a 1/125th second shutter and an f/11 aperture!
This is really a spartan camera that truly delivers.
If you want to go minimalistic, this is what you need.
If you want a discrete camera, this is what you need.
If you want a camera that's fast to operate, this is what you need too!
If you want some psychedelic color on just about any color film, you really need it.
Sharpness is surprisingly good for a plastic lens. This is due to the small aperture and the wide angle lens.
So come and get one!
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Hey hey, surely somebody would like a super cool camera like this? You do not have to offer up something expensive, just look at how this round started. I'm quite sure I'm not the only one here with too many cameras and stuff. ;)
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Yes, and besides, most of us came from the world of toy cameras. Why not attempt a comeback and see again what you've been missing ;)
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Can we start a UK branch? I have more than I need.
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Well... we are all together as one when it comes to the unhealthy love of plastic cameras ;D
But if you want a Viv UWS, you can snatch one from Jack.
Lets not forget that they are not produced anymore. Superheadz did buy the molds and made a copy for some time.
You won't get a deal like we have here anywhere on eBay. I just checked and you can expect to pay between 44$CAD and 88$CAD for one... as long as you like pink and purple.
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Ah, but Jack specifically says the US. :(
Jack, I would be happy to pay for postage to the UK if it isn't crazy money.
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Oh man I really want the UWS, but I just don't shoot films fast enough. Someone put me out of my GAS misery and take this!
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Ah, but Jack specifically says the US. :(
Jack, I would be happy to pay for postage to the UK if it isn't crazy money.
Done! Looks to be somewhere in the same ballpark, depending on how I box it up. But what will you offer up to the next person?
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Aaargh! Astrobeck is sending me one now.
Pretend you gave it to me, and I will send a Zenit E. The most popular film camera ever!
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This is getting curiouser and curiouser....
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This is getting curiouser and curiouser....
Indeed! Since chaos theory says that the present configuration is highly dependent upon the initial conditions, I blame Francois for this. :o
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This should be fairly simple if we follow the rules. Chris667 does not want Jack's USW, this means that Jack's USW is still up for grabs. If nobody wants Jack's USW and Jack cannot offer up something else, then Chris667 can step in and offer up his Zenit E.
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"Confused? You will be"
RIP Robert Guillaume (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-41743839).
Off topic I know but seemed appropriate...
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??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ???
So, yeah, Jack's UWS is still up for grabs.
Since there isn't much activity so far (at least compared to previous editions), lets say that the UWS is still on the block until Friday. Then, if Jack has nothing to offer, we'll start another round with the Zenit.
Is that OK with everyone?
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Sounds good ...
Just remember the holidays are coming and it might be cool to have a new (somewhat) camera to play with.
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Definitely!
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I can make it even more confusing. I owe Becky a camera, too (but shhh! she doesn't know it yet). It's been bumping around my gear for like two years now.
Next Share the Love, we're putting everyone's name in a hat: you draw a name, you send them a camera. ;)
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Ok, it's Friday. Since nobody has been tempted by the second UWS, it's time for a gear change.
Jack, up to you now.
If you can't find anything to put up, somebody else will get a chance to get the ball rolling.
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OK, Since Jack hasn't posted something else we need somebody to start another round
Does Chris667 still have something to offer?
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I'm going upstairs to take a look now.
I will def have some stuff to give away.
Watch this space.
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Box of Love :-) Doesn't weigh that much.
6x6 Goodness, working Cresta III yellow filter one, Coronet 6x6 and a Duaflex. A panoramic cheapo 35mm and a 126 that I've never used. a mini tripod, a CDS enlarger metre and some rolls of expired colour film.
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Now for those who do their own darkroom, getting that just for the enlarger meter is definitely worth it!
These things are as rare as hen's teeth and definitely worth their weight in gold.
I have one and can vouch for its usefulness.
While it won't give you the perfect exposure for every negative, it does get you in the ballpark so you waste less time doing test strips.
I use mine just for that and once I have a small test done, I adjust using the stop system. What I like is that it helps you train your eye to think in negative. Very useful.
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Come on people.
Let's get this moving.
There is some good stuff in that box.
I could be mistaken but the enlarger meter is compatible with multiple voltages (I'll have to check the back of mine to be sure)
And if there are cameras you don't want, you can always ask Miles not to ship them. This would save on postage.
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I'll take Miles box of 6x6 goodness and offer up a good working Olympus XA2 with the A11 electronic flash. It's a very nice compact camera. The flash comes off to make for a very small pocket camera that would be great for street photography.
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4215/34519625934_d0ae67db9d.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/UAo79o)Olympus XA2 (https://flic.kr/p/UAo79o) by Bryan Chernick (https://www.flickr.com/photos/60348236@N07/), on Flickr
A recent photo taken with this camera.
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4302/36008984005_7b9f7ef28f.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/WRZspP)B-17 Bomber Nine-O-Nine (https://flic.kr/p/WRZspP) by Bryan Chernick (https://www.flickr.com/photos/60348236@N07/), on Flickr
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Nice one = I prefer my XA2 to my XA (heretic I know) That's a lovely bit of love to share.
I'll get to the post office this week and let you know the cost.
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Nice one = I prefer my XA2 to my XA (heretic I know) That's a lovely bit of love to share.
I'll get to the post office this week and let you know the cost.
I just picked up an XA and I like it better because it has more manual control, that's why I'm giving this one away.
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OK, even though I can't say I really need it, I'll take the XA2. In exchange, I offer the polar opposite (at least in 35mm camera size terms), a Yashica Lynx-14 that our own Indofunk gave me a while back in a semi-functioning state:
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4449/38021771886_6951e2e8a6_c.jpg)
It's not perfect. I recovered it, and it's not the most, erm..., precise fit, but it's secure and feels nice. The half-silvered mirror is, well, less than half-silvered. The RF patch is decent, but the framelines are more a suggestion than anything else; I just framed loose and it was OK. I used a Sharpie on the front VF glass to add some contrast, which helps a bit. On the plus side, I cleaned and overhauled the shutter, so it's functioning as intended (just film tested it yesterday). The lens is perfect and really, really good. The RF is accurate. The meter is responsive, but I haven't tested it for precision accuracy. Comes with a generic lens cap and a somewhat worn original ever-ready case.
Note that it's pretty large, so shipping may be a bit more costly than the average for a 35mm rangefinder.
If you've ever wanted to play with a really fast lens, here's your chance.
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PM your address and I'll figure out shipping.
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That is a thing of brutal beauty !
1.4 ... Nice.
Always liked them.
Looking forward to what gets offered up next.
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O2Pilot, I have always wanted one of those!
In exchange, I will offer either an Exacta 1000DTL or a Zenit E.
I am at work, so I don't have a picture to hand, but they are both 35mm SLRs. They both work fine, and comes with a standard lens. I don't think the original owner ever used the Exacta! Plus a 200mm lens for the above, and a couple of expired films.
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I'll take the Zenit E from Chris.
and offer 2 rolls of Kodak HIE (36 exposures) infrared film expired in 2007, plus a roll of Ilford Delta 3200 (36 exposures) expired in 2002
Plus.....I can toss in a Canon AF35M with the 2.8 lens if anyone fancies a classy little-ish point and shoot
8)
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Sold to the lady in the hat!
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I really love how this is going!
Now to drum up some wants.
Kodak HIE, or high speed infrared is the classic go to when it comes to ir images with white trees and naturally black skies. It's also perfect for portraits as it makes all skins buttery smooth. It's so sad that it's not produced anymore.
Who will be the lucky one to be one of the last few who gets a chance to experience this one of a kind look?
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I really love how this is going!
Now to drum up some wants.
Kodak HIE, or high speed infrared is the classic go to when it comes to ir images with white trees and naturally black skies. It's also perfect for portraits as it makes all skins buttery smooth. It's so sad that it's not produced anymore.
Who will be the lucky one to be one of the last few who gets a chance to experience this one of a kind look?
1. Does the HIE develop in traditional chemicals?
2. Is an R72 filter what's required to shoot it?
If the answer to both those questions is yes, then I'd love to give IR a go - and I have a sweet little camera to offer up.... 8)
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Yes, and yes.
I'll PM you .
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Don't you also need a very dark red filter to get the Infrared look?
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You can get away with a red filter as I've read. I have some HIE from 1997 that I wouldn't mind trying that I will use with a red filter
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Don't you also need a very dark red filter to get the Infrared look?
Yes, and the R72 is the filter for that. It's big fun!
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OK - so I've taken Becky's HIE film off her hands (though not the point and shoot as I'm trying to reduce the number of cameras I have).
To that end, I'm offering up a Voigtlander Vitomatic II compact rangefinder. It's in great condition; even the meter works. The lens is a Voigtlander Color-Skopar 50mm f2.8 in a Prontor SLK shutter. It doesn't have a case or strap but it will be adequately boxed-up to prevent damage.
Anyone interested?
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I'll take the Voigtländer!
I'll offer a Kodak 35 (non-RF). It also is in great working condition. The lens is surprisingly sharp.
example image:
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4425/35863114633_83c53466aa_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/WD6QwD)
Planter (https://flic.kr/p/WD6QwD) by James Harr (https://www.flickr.com/photos/harrlequin/), on Flickr
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I'll take the Voigtländer!
I'll offer a Kodak 35 (non-RF). It also is in great working condition. The lens is surprisingly sharp.
example image:
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4425/35863114633_83c53466aa_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/WD6QwD)
Planter (https://flic.kr/p/WD6QwD) by James Harr (https://www.flickr.com/photos/harrlequin/), on Flickr
No problem, James. I have a film in it at the moment. I'll run this off this weekend and get it to you asap.
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Ohh that is tempting...
But since shipping would be expensive on something like that, I'll have to pass... (darn that no salary thing :( )
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Ohh that is tempting...
But since shipping would be expensive on something like that, I'll have to pass... (darn that no salary thing :( )
As I have benefited from the generosity of others (indeed this very camera was a surprise delivery from an acquaintance), I'll gladly ship it. PM your address and put something juicy up for trade! :)
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This is super cool!
Thanks
I'll go through my stash and try and pop out another rarity :)
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OK, this is the first thing I found in my drawers.
It's a Spiratone flash meter.
To me, this is the only real way to use an electronic flash.
Just pop the flash and it gives out the aperture you need to use. That simple.
It's reliable and lightweight. Best of all, it works using a single 9V battery! The perfect way to use those old smoke detector cells that are still plenty good after a year of service.
And if somebody wants it and doesn't have a flash, I can go through my stuff and add one to the package.
Here's the piccy.
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OK, I've decided to leave this on 'till tomorrow.
I've been going through my stash of goodies and bound some really great stuff. Expect things to get better and better as this thread ages ;D
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OK, moving on to something else.
I have a 35mm Mamiya MSX 1000 with a rare Auto Rikenon 55mm f/2.8 mounted onto it.
The camera is missing the battery cover, so the exposure meter will likely never work. But since the camera is all mechanical, it's no problem.
I've never used it, but I checked the shutter and it seems to be OK. Speeds below 1/8th of a second sound a bit on the slow side but everything works (including the self timer!)
So, who will be the lucky one who will put his paws on this M42 beauty?
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OK, moving on to something else.
I have a 35mm Mamiya MSX 1000 with a rare Auto Rikenon 55mm f/2.8 mounted onto it.
The camera is missing the battery cover, so the exposure meter will likely never work. But since the camera is all mechanical, it's no problem.
I've never used it, but I checked the shutter and it seems to be OK. Speeds below 1/8th of a second sound a bit on the slow side but everything works (including the self timer!)
So, who will be the lucky one who will put his paws on this M42 beauty?
This gem apparently has a 6-degree spot meter. I'll hazard a guess that the battery cover isn't unique to Mamiya, so there may be suitable replacements from other cameras . . .
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It uses a strange bayonet type cover... Also, there is a strange factory made square on the mirror at the bottom...
Really a strange beast.
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Per the manual, the CdS cell is on the back of the mirror. Strange beast, indeed.
EXPOSURE CONTROL: CdS cell positioned on the back of the reflex mirror (spot system). The metering system is cross coupled to the shutter speed control, film speed dial, and diaphragm mechanism on all automatic SX lenses. This system accurately measures light at full aperture with Mamiya/sekor SX lenses. With other universal thread mount lenses, the metering system will operate in the stop-down mode.
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OK, after much hemming and hawing, I'll take Francois' Mamiya. Too interesting a camera to pass up.
I'm offering a set of Cokin filters and 52mm adapter: Gradual (120); Spot Incolor (061), and Spot Grey (062). I don't recall when or where I obtained these, probably from my last corporate photographer position in the mid-1980s. I never used them and it's possible that they've never been used; they deserve a good home.
In addition, I'll include a delightfully arcane print exposure calculator, the Rowi Fixomet. These were distributed in the US by Soligor. At one time I must have had the instruction sheet, as it's in the photo, but it's apparently wandered off. If not for your darkroom, perhaps the ideal gift for the photographer who has everything.
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I could be a taker for the filter holder and exposure meter :)
I'll wee what I can find in my stuff.
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OK, it's official, the meter comes to a new home :)
Now for the following item.
This is for all those Fuji fans. I have a Fujica 55mm f/2.2 that looks like it just came out of the factory!
My original plan was to modify it to fit on my Nikon, but I quickly discovered this is impossible. So, here it is.
So, if anyone has a camera that can use this rare mount, here's your chance :)
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OK, this has been stalled for long enough.
Anybody up for another round?
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I've got a Baldessa 1B that could use a new home. Rangefinder is contrasty and bright, meter seems to work, shutter in great working order.
I haven't tested it but everything seems to function normally. Compact well made rangefinder, with cool quirky features.
not my picture.
(http://www.myoldmap.com/cameras/baldessa1b.JPG)
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Now for another round!
Yes!
This camera was made by Balda and features an uncoupled selenium meter and rangefinder. Prontor shutters are renowned for their reliability and are easy to lubricate if the need may arise.
Now, why is this camera so wonderful you may ask? Well, it was designed by Karl-Heinz Lange. He's the guy who designed the Voigtlander Vito C and the Nimslo cameras among others.
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Time to get this going again, I'll take the Baldessa 1B and offer up a Pentax K1000 with a non-working meter. The meter responds to light but it is way off. everything else functions as it should. It includes a 50mm lens. I'll get a picture posted later. If there are no takers on the Pentax I have plenty more to offer so if there are no takers in a few days I'll post something else.
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pm received!
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Time to get this going again, I'll take the Baldessa 1B and offer up a Pentax K1000 with a non-working meter. The meter responds to light but it is way off. everything else functions as it should. It includes a 50mm lens. I'll get a picture posted later. If there are no takers on the Pentax I have plenty more to offer so if there are no takers in a few days I'll post something else.
I have to say that having been a Nikon devotee for many years, I received a K1000 as a gift from an acquaintance and it is such a good camera that it has become my 'go to' every day carry. The Pentax 50mm/1.7 focuses down to less than half a meter, so closeup photography is a breeze. Even without a working meter (unless you only shoot E6) it would be well worth having one of these in the arsenal.
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This is the Pentax K1000. Please not that it does not have the cover for the frame counter, there's a little haze in the lens and the light meter doesn't work. The haze in the lens isn't enough to affect images.
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Since there are no takers on the K1000 I'll offer a Plastic Kinderman Film developing tank with a stainless steel 120 reel and a Capro Squeegee. I'm not sure what brand the reel is but it's in good condition and the tank seals good.
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Now to drum up this tank, stainless is the best way to process film. While there is an initial learning curve, once you get the hang of it it's not really difficult.
You clip the film in the center and keep it board with your right hand . As you turn the reel in the correct direction with your left hand, the film falls into the groove by itself.
It's not dependant on humidity, leftover photo-flo. Perfect for developing a bunch of film in the same afternoon
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I'll take the tank and dig through my stuff for a goodie or two.
I need a tank ! Yay.
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I'm taking Bryan's tank, and offering a sweet little Minolta Hi Matic G.
I'll add a roll of Kodak Gold 200 to make it extra appealing.
The camera is super small, and quite charming...would probably make a nice street camera or a keep in the car type camera.
Whos' going to be the lucky one for this? 8)
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I'm interested in Becky's Hi-Matic. PM sent. Will post my offer once I hear back from Becky.
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I'm interested in Becky's Hi-Matic. PM sent. Will post my offer once I hear back from Becky.
wow! That went quick! 8)
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Looking forward to using Becky's H-Matic. I'm a sucker for 70s/80s fixed lens rangefinders. My first "real" camera was a Konica C35, which worked flawlessly until my sister dropped it, lens down.
I'm offering a complete Norwood Model B meter set. Not sure when the meter was manufactured, other than post-WW II (update: likely sometime between 1948 and 1950). The shutter speed indicators cover the earlier shutter speed range: 1/10, 1/25, 1/50, 1/100, etc., so it's a good mate for use with older leaf shutter cameras.
The set includes the case, reflected light and incident disks, two dark slides, and manual. The white plastic on the dome and disk have yellowed a bit over the years, but the meter is still reasonably accurate, certainly close enough for B+W or color negative.
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I like becky's method of creating an image of her offering.
"just throw it in the scanner"
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I hadn't noticed ::)
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I like becky's method of creating an image of her offering.
"just throw it in the scanner"
I was wondering what the weird reflection in the viewfinder was, it looks like teeth.
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It's too easy sometimes.
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Let's give that exposure meter a chance.
The Norwood director is a classic that is now produced by sekonic.
It uses a selenium cell so no battery is needed.
Perfect for both indoor and outdoor shots. It was the meter of choice for my photo teacher back in the 90's.
The rotary dial makes it an cinch to see all the aperture options in one go.
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Let's give that exposure meter a chance.
The Norwood director is a classic that is now produced by sekonic.
It uses a selenium cell so no battery is needed.
Perfect for both indoor and outdoor shots. It was the meter of choice for my photo teacher back in the 90's.
The rotary dial makes it an cinch to see all the aperture options in one go.
Here's the Norwood next to the meter that I replaced it with recently, the Sekonic L-398. As Francois notes, it's one of those classic designs, like the Porsche 911, that's timeless. Don Norwood was a genius in developing the incident dome and basic concept for the meter, and whoever the industrial designer was, he/she did their job admirably on the ergonomics. Other than updates in shutter speed, aperture, and ISO range, there's been little change over the 70 years that this meter has been in production.
I bought the Norwood during my last year of film school in 19 (cough, cough) 76 and used it up to last year, when I found that I could no longer easily read the numbers at the bottom of the dial (damn presbyopia). It seems to read about a stop slower than the Sekonic. With the holidays upcoming, it could be the ideal gift for the next-generation filmwaster who's learning the arts of additive and subtractive lighting.
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Let's give that exposure meter a chance.
The Norwood director is a classic that is now produced by sekonic.
It uses a selenium cell so no battery is needed.
Perfect for both indoor and outdoor shots. It was the meter of choice for my photo teacher back in the 90's.
The rotary dial makes it an cinch to see all the aperture options in one go.
Here's the Norwood next to the meter that I replaced it with recently, the Sekonic L-398. As Francois notes, it's one of those classic designs, like the Porsche 911, that's timeless. Don Norwood was a genius in developing the incident dome and basic concept for the meter, and whoever the industrial designer was, he/she did their job admirably on the ergonomics. Other than updates in shutter speed, aperture, and ISO range, there's been little change over the 70 years that this meter has been in production.
I bought the Norwood during my last year of film school in 19 (cough, cough) 76 and used it up to last year, when I found that I could no longer easily read the numbers at the bottom of the dial (damn presbyopia). It seems to read about a stop slower(**) than the Sekonic. With the holidays upcoming, it could be the ideal gift for the next-generation filmwaster who's learning the arts of additive and subtractive lighting.
(**) Update: I compared the Norwood to incident readings with my other, newer meters:
@ ISO 400
- Norwood: 1/400 @ F14
- Minolta Flashmeter III: 1/500 @ f11.7
- Gossen LunaPro SBC: 1/500 @ f16
I haven't calibrated either the Norwood or Sekonic before, so based on the readings from the other meters, it's possible that the Sekonic is the one that's a bit fast.
Update 2: I had forgotten that I have the manual for the meter as well, which provides somewhat in a mini-lesson in lighting control.
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Hmm. Looks like the Norwood meter heads back to its bin in the closet. In its place, I'll offer up some film; your choice of:
35mm
(2) Velvia 50, 36 exp; expired 12/2016 but in the freezer for the past year and a half
(1) Portra 160, 36 exp; in date
(1) TMAX 100, 36 exp; in date
OR
120
(2) Portra 400; in date (so far my favorite color negative, particularly with the Hasselblad; really pops with Zeiss glass)
(2) TMAX 400; in date
- Alternately, I also have some Acros 100 in the freezer
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Hi Earl,
I'll take the 35mm film. PM sent.
I'm putting up my contribution, shortly.
Thanks!
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Alright,
So since I'm grabbing Earl's 35mm film (I've always wanted to try some Velvia 50), this is my contribution:
A Fujica Compact 35:
(https://preview.ibb.co/cXG0xm/IMG_3896.jpg)
(https://preview.ibb.co/jSc7cm/IMG_3899.jpg)
(https://preview.ibb.co/hUdPOR/IMG_3905.jpg)
The camera works fine. Sometimes the film advance mechanism feels a bit rough. The meter works when the aperture is set to "A". It goes up to 200 ASA. The camera will need a bit of cleaning, especially the hot shoe. I haven't really had much time (or the intention) to completely clean it out since I haven't really been a fan of zone focusing. The indicators in the viewfinder are helpful, however, shooting with 100 ASA film at F8 indoors/low light (most of my shooting) it's just not good enough.
Thanks!
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Come on, lets get this thing moving!
The Fujica 35 is a robust little camera that just like the Trip 35, doesn't need batteries.
But as a bonus, you have a real film winder and not just a thumb wheel.
Spec wise, they are pretty similar.
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Ok, time for another round!
Who has something else to propose?
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I'll throw up a couple rolls of 110. Fresh or freshly expired lomography color films. I think I have a couple tiger or peacock films left in the freezer.
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Yippy! And we're off to a new start! ;D
Wouldn't any of our 110 film users love to add a nice stocking stuffer like that for cheap?
Those are two unusual emulsions that definitely deserve to be experimented with.
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Looks like we don't have a taker for the 110.
Anybody up for another round of should we call it done for the year?
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A Yashica 35W! Fine, yet basic 35mm rangefinder with a great lens.
It is a bit poorly. Shutter fires at all speeds, BUT there is a delay, and sometimes you have to press the release a couple of times. I think it is some dried grease.
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A Yashica 35W! Fine, yet basic 35mm rangefinder with a great lens.
It is a bit poorly. Shutter fires at all speeds, BUT there is a delay, and sometimes you have to press the release a couple of times. I think it is some dried grease.
Here is what the user manual says about this camera: "A precision instrument capable of bringing you the some of the finest photographs you have ever taken". :P
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For those who want to get a first rangefinder, this one's for you.
Unlike the Electro 35, this one's entirely mechanical. While the range of available shutter speeds is slightly limited, a simple ND filter is all that's needed to use it in the brightest sunlight. It has a very reliable Copal shutter (you can't kill them), so you can expect it to last quite a while. It's similar to the Yashica J in many ways, but it's more rare as not many have been made under this name.
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Hey
I would be up for the 110 film if it's still available.
So I have to offer something in return? I have lots of crappy old cameras. Not sure what else, although I can have a think.
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Oh yeah, the 110 is still up there. I'll ring SLVR and ask him to come up here :)
And yes, it's your turn to offer something :)
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sure thing I can check tonight and see what we have up for offer. Shoot me a PM and I'll get you the details
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SLVR: it's lharby's turn to offer something.
Thank you.
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yes! we're just exchanging info but 1 roll of tiger and 1 roll of first run orca will be headed his way!
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I have some items, but I still have the photos on my phone, I will try and extract them soon and update the thread.
Luke
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Im pretty embarrassed about my equipment but here goes.
1. Intstax camera. Works but the battery contacts are gritty. Each time I went to use it I think I generally had to replace the batteries.
2. Canon EOS 300. I have never used this. Was given to my by a friend. Untested, the contacts look clean but I suspect the current batteries are flat
3. Pentax Zoom lens .70 - 220mm. I have never used this
4. Hanimex Tele-Lens. I have never used this.
I have more photos, but 5 was the max.
If more than one person is interested in more than one item I am happy to send out to multiple recipients.
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Lharby, could you put a bit more information on the Pentax and hanimex lenses?
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Hello all
Sorry for the lack of detail.
I have these additional images, I hope these can you tell you what you want know, if not just list the questions here, and I will try and check when I am back at the studio again (not sure when that will be though).
It looks like the Pentax lens is from f4 - f32
I can't quite read the Hanimex from the image but it's at least f5.6 - f32, it might have a higher aperture than f5.6.
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Slow down there MaxR88!
In the share the love, you must take in order to get a chance to give :)
It's very in the spirit of the season.
Now Lharby, what bayonet is that Hanimex?
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Hey the Hanimex is Nikon F Mount