http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums Rangefinderforum.com is a site for Rangefinder Camera enthusiasts en Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:44:49 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/themes/graphite/misc/rss.jpg http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=82500&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:39:56 GMT So I've ordered Rodinal and am going to give it a try next time I develop a roll. I've just loaded up a roll of Arista Premium 400 (like Tri-X 400) in my camera today and want to know how to set the EI...

When developing in Diafine, it can vary (though the sweet spot seems to be about 1250). One of the reasons I want to use Rodinal is that the film can be closer to what it's actually rated for.

So... Should I set it to 400? I've read that 200-250 can work well too... what's been your experience?

Also, what method and dilution do you use for developing? 1:50 with gentle agitation? About 12-14 minutes? Is that right?

This relative film-newbie would love to hear what you're doing... feel free to post examples too! ]]> Film / Developing / Chemistry DRabbit http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=82500 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=82498&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:11:51 GMT Just acquired a box of 100 5x7 sheets, unopened, Super XX pan, Is this maybe similiar to the 135 doubleX your shooting? :eek:expired 1981 I... Just acquired a box of 100 5x7 sheets, unopened, Super XX pan,
Is this maybe similiar to the 135 doubleX your shooting?

:eek:expired 1981

I suspect it is useless, but I do have a 5x7 back for my KMV, guess I could try it? ]]> Tom Abrahamsson of RapidWinder.com rodneyAB http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=82498 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=82496&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:54:40 GMT Hello,

I'm curious as to how many of you use cotton gloves when loading film reels, either in or out of a changing bag. I use a changing bag and dislike wearing them, but also dislike it when my hands get sticky during a particularly difficult film load. I now just wear one on my right hand that holds the film, and not on my left hand that spins the metal reel. This seems to give me a better feel when starting the film on the reel, but lessens the amount I actually touch the film with my bare hands. Thoughts?

Thanks. ]]> Film / Developing / Chemistry rjbuzzclick http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=82496 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=82495&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:51:14 GMT Hi, If anyone is interested in a set of filters for the above lens that allows you to alter the lens aperture without having to remove the... Hi,
If anyone is interested in a set of filters for the above lens that allows you to alter the lens aperture without having to remove the filter from the lens, then these filters might be of interest.
See:- www.mwclassic.com

I have no connection with the seller.
Regards,



British made 19mm screw in filter set for 5cm Elmar. Consisting of 2 chrome mounts, 6 coloured filters & 1 clear filter, both in 2 outfit cases

Ref: 52158

Price: £10.00 / $16.47 ]]> Leica Screw Mount / LTM Cameras PAN F http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=82495 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=82492&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:23:07 GMT I just recently acquired a Canon 85/1.9 from the classifieds. The focus was stiff so I lubed it up and got it working better, aperture ring was... I just recently acquired a Canon 85/1.9 from the classifieds. The focus was stiff so I lubed it up and got it working better, aperture ring was stiff so I cleaned out the rust and lubed that as well. Anyways, I've shot maybe 3 pictures on it, grabbed it from my bag today to see this



I never did anything with the elements, I'm guessing it happened when I tossed the lens into my padded bag or something. There were flakes in the lens from the aperture blades when I first got it (looked like paint chips) but the blades were (and still are) intact.

Anyways, I sent an email to DAG for a quote but was wondering if there was somewhere else to send it (ie faster and/or cheaper). I've never dealt with Youxin Ye, and I'm not sure if he does lenses. In short, the optics are perfect, the focus is usable, but these damned aperture blades are messed up and I'd rather not pay as much for the repair as I did for the lens in the first place.

I thought about trying to fix it myself, but figured if I messed up the lens would be shot (or be stuck with a 1.9 aperture). ]]> Repair / Camera Care Mephiloco http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=82492 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=82491&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:17:05 GMT I was reading the New York Times yesterday, and apparently there's some kind of discrimination lawsuit against B&H. They supposedly have an 'unwritten' policy regarding having female salespeople - something to having to do with 'religious reasons'.

Anyone know anything more about it? ]]> Photography General Interest Vince Lupo http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=82491 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=82490&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:58:25 GMT So I just had my first battle getting film onto a plastic reel. This will be my 3rd time developing and the first two times I had no problem getting... So I just had my first battle getting film onto a plastic reel. This will be my 3rd time developing and the first two times I had no problem getting the film onto the reel, but this time, WOAH, what a hassle.

I nearly panicked. I couldn't tell if there was something wrong with one of the sprocket holes on the film, if something was wrong with the reel itself, or if I was just being clumsy and stupid (likely). It would load to a point, seem to get stuck and then it would UNLOAD (go backwards).

WTF?

Thinking it might been the reel, I went into my husband's studio, which is nearly pitch black dark, and using only the arm hole swapped the reel for another.

In the process, I realized I still had my glow-in-the-dark watch on. LOL

So, I may have ruined the film anyway, but I did manage to finally get it on. Don't know why... I struggled for nearly 40 minutes and have no idea what the problem was.

Wish me luck... going to go develop it now. ]]> Film / Developing / Chemistry DRabbit http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=82490 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=82488&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:28:35 GMT Recently I bought a pair of CLE 40mm f2 lenses. It was an accident to get 2 but a happy one. Yesterday I decided to file down the mount on one of the... Recently I bought a pair of CLE 40mm f2 lenses.
It was an accident to get 2 but a happy one.
Yesterday I decided to file down the mount on one of the lenses to bring up the 35mm frame lines on the M8.
The helicoid on the body side is connected to the mount flange.
I marked the matching up location as I removed it.
The problem I'm having is meshing up the threads.
The two sides just don't want to catch and screw together.
As I have tried again and again now my sharpie mark has been rubbed off as well. The threads are both clean and perfect...I see no reason for the problem.
Any tips on how to get things settled down and into place and how to locate the correct orientation for accurate focus?
My last resort is to send the lens in. Seems silly for such a mundane task.
Thank you for your comments. ]]> Repair / Camera Care f16sunshine http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=82488 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=82487&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:15:17 GMT I recently pushed forced to push my tri-x to ISO 800.

Any recommendation on the developing time? I'm using Ilford ID11 1+1.

Thanks before! ]]> Analog DarkRoom / Printing bogelgelbo http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=82487 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=82486&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:17:20 GMT I am using a Nikon Coolstan 9000 from a friend. A wonderful device however its LOUD. The constant rattling and buzzing is quite irritating. How is... I am using a Nikon Coolstan 9000 from a friend. A wonderful device however its LOUD. The constant rattling and buzzing is quite irritating.

How is the noise level of a Canon 8800F or a Epson V700? ]]> Scanners / Scanner Software Rogier http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=82486 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=82485&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:15:18 GMT Running film through a few of my folders, I get irritated at how poor the markings and frame numbers are on FP4+ 120 rolls. The marking on Neopan... Running film through a few of my folders, I get irritated at how poor the markings and frame numbers are on FP4+ 120 rolls.
The marking on Neopan are excellent and fairly easy to see through the little red window.
I've been considering replacing the darkest red windows with something else....but what?
How do you see the frame number on yours, are you too armed with torch and magnifying glass?

Dave... ]]> 120 RF Folders fidget http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=82485 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=82484&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:39:23 GMT Hi,

Before I mess everything up, can someone please confirm whether the screw I see here is in fact screw 3 (from Rich Cutler's site)?



I have some focus issues. I shot the following (100% crop) on a tripod from 1 meter and focused on the C on the red book (Holub's Compiler Design in C) but it looks like the blue book is in focus. I will have to print out some focus tests and do this more accurately, but for now I would love to know that I can reach the screws needed to fix this without taking off the top plate -- otherwise I will take it to someone with more skills than I have for dissambling things.



Many thanks
Guy ]]> Digital Epson R-D1 Digital RF guyplatt http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=82484 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=82483&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:28:45 GMT Folks, couldn't resist and bought this from a fellow Leica buddies in Singapore. According to him, it's a Shintaro black paint and this one is a crackled black paint. Not sure if anyone else got this same finish from him? Camera is also CLA'd by DAG.

Anyway, here's some shots!! I love the viewfinder!! Can't wait to shoot some films. Will be using Sunny16 while my friend confirmed whether his MR4 is working.





]]> Leica M series ZoomP http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=82483 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=82482&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:52:08 GMT Hi, Just got a nice MF folder - Welta Weltur (CZJ Tessar 2.8\75) - fully working, exept bellows & really dirty viewfinder\rangefinder. There is pretty simple RF focusing system I think, But disassembly without any support information can be dramatic...
So if You know links for Welta service\repair manuals or just disassembly photos - please, let me know.
Thanks! ]]> Repair / Camera Care Podvoprosov http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=82482 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=82481&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:33:34 GMT Anyone know whether there are detents for the stops on the new limited edition nickel-plated super duper Heliars? I have the Nikon-S version that... Anyone know whether there are detents for the stops on the new limited edition nickel-plated super duper Heliars? I have the Nikon-S version that does not have click stops.

Just wondering.

Ben Marks ]]> Cosina Voigtlander Bessa Benjamin Marks http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=82481