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Post by CrustyCat on May 30, 2021 1:26:27 GMT -5
I know the thread is a little old, but...Just recently I've found myself bitten by a photography bug. Not sure why. Maybe when I rediscovered old photos and negatives that my mother had taken in the 50's. Nowadays, taking a photo doesn't seem to mean much, with all the phones and digital cameras. Snap a pic, don't like it? Delete it. I remember, you wanted to be sure you wanted to take the picture, because there was no going back. And you didn't even know if it was any good until you got it developed. When I was growing up, mom mostly used the Kodak instamatic cameras. Easy to load, but pictures kind of crappy. Some of her older stuff was taken on 120 and 127 I think. The 127's were odd sized little negatives. Film cameras are currently, mostly, inexpensive. I purchased a Canon EOS camera for 35mm. Since I also like older things, for medium format, I have an inexpensive TLR, an old AGFA camera coming from Romania, and a Kodak Brownie also on the way. I tend to go a little overboard sometimes. With the older camera's I'm going to try my best to learn the different camera settings and I'll see how it goes. The Canon is mostly automatic but can be used in manual mode also. Also have a couple of "Toy" cameras, such as the Holga and the "Plastic Fantastic", both of which shoot 120. Ok, I've rambled enough, thanks for reading.
Kevin
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Post by urbino on May 30, 2021 2:08:19 GMT -5
Sounds like you're about to have a lot of fun, Kevin. I have an old TLR, myself. A Mamiya C330. Haven't used it a ton, but enough to know it's a fun, different kind of experience. That bellows focus takes some getting used to, and watch out for the parallax! The square format is fun to work with, too.
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Post by Plainsman on May 30, 2021 7:14:20 GMT -5
Sounds like you're about to have a lot of fun, Kevin. I have an old TLR, myself. A Mamiya C330. Haven't used it a ton, but enough to know it's a fun, different kind of experience. That bellows focus takes some getting used to, and watch out for the parallax! The square format is fun to work with, too. I used a C330 for years. It wasn't my regular camera, but when I needed it it worked well. I used a "anti-parallaxer." It fit on the tripod and the camera went on on it. Frame up and focus and then push the liver and the camera was raised so that the taking lens was now in the exact position of the viewing lens. Worked a treat. |
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Post by just ol ed on May 30, 2021 9:34:56 GMT -5
really like the thread but many of the words, brands etc just gibberish. Have never found a member here who lives close enuf to come to the house, bring own camera (she has a Kodak been collecting dust for yrs)"card", spend time going thru every move while I write down every step in the process, create "album" online. Be glad to display pics of my pipes etc. Credit due to those who have the mental ability to do same (Me brain damage at birth, think most know that)
Bests, Ed Duncan
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Post by Plainsman on May 30, 2021 12:42:35 GMT -5
Sounds like you're about to have a lot of fun, Kevin. I have an old TLR, myself. A Mamiya C330. Haven't used it a ton, but enough to know it's a fun, different kind of experience. That bellows focus takes some getting used to, and watch out for the parallax! The square format is fun to work with, too. I used a C330 for years. It wasn't my regular camera, but when I needed it it worked well. I used a "anti-parallaxer." It fit on the tripod and the camera went on on it. Frame up and focus and then push the liver and the camera was raised so that the taking lens was now in the exact position of the viewing lens. Worked a treat. Pushing the liver can be painful. I usually just pushed the lever. Worked better that way. |
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Post by urbino on May 30, 2021 14:03:51 GMT -5
I used a C330 for years. It wasn't my regular camera, but when I needed it it worked well. I used a "anti-parallaxer." It fit on the tripod and the camera went on on it. Frame up and focus and then push the liver and the camera was raised so that the taking lens was now in the exact position of the viewing lens. Worked a treat. Pushing the liver can be painful. I usually just pushed the lever. Worked better that way. I pushed mine a little bit last night. Paying for it today. |
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Post by Ronv69 on May 30, 2021 15:22:48 GMT -5
I was into photography 45 years ago. It was different then. I also worked in a darkroom for 30 years as a process camera operator.
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Post by Plainsman on May 30, 2021 16:10:41 GMT -5
Those chemicals can be harmful. Explains a lot.
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Post by Ronv69 on May 30, 2021 16:27:51 GMT -5
Those chemicals can be harmful. Explains a lot. Grrrr! 🤬😡👹 |
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Post by Plainsman on May 30, 2021 16:33:46 GMT -5
Nothing that a crushed-ice enema wouldn't cure.
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Post by toshtego on May 30, 2021 20:35:58 GMT -5
Pushing the liver can be painful. I usually just pushed the lever. Worked better that way. I pushed mine a little bit last night. Paying for it today. Yes, I know the feeling. |
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Post by Ronv69 on May 30, 2021 22:04:57 GMT -5
Nothing that a crushed-ice enema wouldn't cure. It hasn't worked for you. |
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Post by Plainsman on May 31, 2021 7:13:10 GMT -5
Nothing that a crushed-ice enema wouldn't cure. It hasn't worked for you. Toosh. (I've been brushing up on my French.) |
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Post by sperrytops on May 31, 2021 10:42:45 GMT -5
I collected SLRs for a while. Canon, Nikon, Minolta, Pentax and a few others. Got them all at thrift stores for almost nothing. Many in very good shape, often children handing them off when their parents pass away. But about 5 years ago, they suddenly became popular and prices on eBay became exorbitant. And you can't find them in thrifts any more. That's when I stopped collecting. But I still fool with them from time to time. Digitals spoil you, though. All the computerized tech in those things is mind blowing. Not to mention you don't have to pay for film development.
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Post by Ronv69 on May 31, 2021 11:02:28 GMT -5
It hasn't worked for you. Toosh. (I've been brushing up on my French.) Me too. Take a French shower. 😜🤠 |
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Post by Ronv69 on May 31, 2021 11:04:18 GMT -5
I collected SLRs for a while. Canon, Nikon, Minolta, Pentax and a few others. Got them all at thrift stores for almost nothing. Many in very good shape, often children handing them off when their parents pass away. But about 5 years ago, they suddenly became popular and prices on eBay became exorbitant. And you can't find them in thrifts any more. That's when I stopped collecting. But I still fool with them from time to time. Digitals spoil you, though. All the computerized tech in those things is mind blowing. Not to mention you don't have to pay for film development. I have an old Canon with about 10 lenses. I don't know why I keep it. |
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Post by urbino on May 31, 2021 12:35:34 GMT -5
I collected SLRs for a while. Canon, Nikon, Minolta, Pentax and a few others. Got them all at thrift stores for almost nothing. Many in very good shape, often children handing them off when their parents pass away. But about 5 years ago, they suddenly became popular and prices on eBay became exorbitant. And you can't find them in thrifts any more. That's when I stopped collecting. But I still fool with them from time to time. Digitals spoil you, though. All the computerized tech in those things is mind blowing. Not to mention you don't have to pay for film development. I think the biggest thing digital gives you is immediate feedback. I remember going through the process of calibrating exposure with a new film camera using the Zone System. Took 2-5 days just to get it calibrated, since you had to wait for film to come back. Now, as you mentioned, it's making a comeback. Just like LPs. Everything old is new again (except 8-tracks, those are still old). I don't have an SLR anymore, but I do have a Leica IIIc from the early 40s that was factory converted to a IIIf sometime just shortly after the war. Don't ever use it, mostly because the film is a PITA to load in those things, but it sure looks cool on the shelf! |
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Post by Plainsman on May 31, 2021 15:26:07 GMT -5
Sure would be nice if my Leicas and Nikons and other toy-of-old could have new life with someone who would appreciate them.
I'll have to say that the greatest benefit of digital (for me anyway) is freedom from the darkroom. Came along at the perfect time since I was about burnt out. I also appreciate the ease of manipulation, within limits.
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Post by sperrytops on May 31, 2021 16:37:48 GMT -5
I collected SLRs for a while. Canon, Nikon, Minolta, Pentax and a few others. Got them all at thrift stores for almost nothing. Many in very good shape, often children handing them off when their parents pass away. But about 5 years ago, they suddenly became popular and prices on eBay became exorbitant. And you can't find them in thrifts any more. That's when I stopped collecting. But I still fool with them from time to time. Digitals spoil you, though. All the computerized tech in those things is mind blowing. Not to mention you don't have to pay for film development. I have an old Canon with about 10 lenses. I don't know why I keep it. I'll bet the lenses are worth more than the camera. |
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Post by instymp on May 31, 2021 17:37:48 GMT -5
I collected SLRs for a while. Canon, Nikon, Minolta, Pentax and a few others. Got them all at thrift stores for almost nothing. Many in very good shape, often children handing them off when their parents pass away. But about 5 years ago, they suddenly became popular and prices on eBay became exorbitant. And you can't find them in thrifts any more. That's when I stopped collecting. But I still fool with them from time to time. Digitals spoil you, though. All the computerized tech in those things is mind blowing. Not to mention you don't have to pay for film development. I have an old Canon with about 10 lenses. I don't know why I keep it. Cuz. A lot invested, great memories, can't sell it for what its worth to you. Some lenses might work with a new digital body, or not. But a new digital body is a lot of $$ to me anyway.
And you can buy a new Nikon p950 or something like it, that does everything you need today for ?? $900.00 Maybe!
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Post by CrustyCat on May 31, 2021 22:46:55 GMT -5
I'm pretty sure those leicas are worth a bazillion dollars now
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Post by Legend Lover on Jun 1, 2021 2:55:23 GMT -5
I have an old Canon with about 10 lenses. I don't know why I keep it. I'll bet the lenses are worth more than the camera. You're right. Vintage lenses on digital cameras is a big thing. You could make some money from them, Ronv69...or ship them to Ireland  |
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Post by Plainsman on Jun 1, 2021 9:56:57 GMT -5
Went over to B&H Photo Video, with whom I have done business for years, and checked out their used film cameras. One used Leica is going for $12,000. Geez. I don't have THAT one but do have 3 Leicas: a M2R, an M3, and a M4— the 2 and 3 in black. Lenses in 35, 50, and 90. They were mainstays of my work 'back in the day.' Hate to think of parting with them even though they are long retired.
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Post by sperrytops on Jun 1, 2021 14:39:58 GMT -5
Went over to B&H Photo Video, with whom I have done business for years, and checked out their used film cameras. One used Leica is going for $12,000. Geez. I don't have THAT one but do have 3 Leicas: a M2R, an M3, and a M4— the 2 and 3 in black. Lenses in 35, 50, and 90. They were mainstays of my work 'back in the day.' Hate to think of parting with them even though they are long retired. If you are ever in need of cash... |
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Post by Ronv69 on Jun 1, 2021 16:50:54 GMT -5
Went over to B&H Photo Video, with whom I have done business for years, and checked out their used film cameras. One used Leica is going for $12,000. Geez. I don't have THAT one but do have 3 Leicas: a M2R, an M3, and a M4— the 2 and 3 in black. Lenses in 35, 50, and 90. They were mainstays of my work 'back in the day.' Hate to think of parting with them even though they are long retired. My best friends dad was a professional photographer for Exxon. In the 60s my uncle sold him a Leica that he had picked up in Germany. $250. |
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Post by urbino on Jun 1, 2021 22:12:16 GMT -5
I'm pretty sure those leicas are worth a bazillion dollars now The M-series ones like Bob's probably are. I haven't looked in a long time, but I doubt the pre-Ms like mine are all that valuable. The lenses are probably worth more. They're reasonably desirable still as working lenses, and they have "Leica" written on them. Bob's M lenses are certainly convertible to a good deal of cash. Leica glass holds its value, and sometimes gains it. It's nuts. |
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Post by Legend Lover on Jun 2, 2021 2:55:10 GMT -5
I'm pretty sure those leicas are worth a bazillion dollars now The M-series ones like Bob's probably are. I haven't looked in a long time, but I doubt the pre-Ms like mine are all that valuable. The lenses are probably worth more. They're reasonably desirable still as working lenses, and they have "Leica" written on them. Bob's M lenses are certainly convertible to a good deal of cash. Leica glass holds its value, and sometimes gains it. It's nuts. Then again, who outside the pipes and tobacco world, would ever think that tobacco would gain value too? |
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Post by Plainsman on Jun 2, 2021 7:19:25 GMT -5
If you've ever held an M-series Leica to your eye and worked that silky-smooth advance lever shot after shot following a sequence of events you may know why I— uselessly— am reluctant to part with them.
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