http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums Rangefinderforum.com is a site for Rangefinder Camera enthusiasts en Fri, 24 May 2013 18:09:49 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=133075&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 18:07:42 GMT what would be considered a good price for the discontinued ZM Sonnar 85/2 IN M mount? considering it was boxed and mint. thanks in advance to the... what would be considered a good price for the discontinued ZM Sonnar 85/2 IN M mount?
considering it was boxed and mint.
thanks in advance to the experts ]]> Zeiss Ikon ZM maitani http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133075 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133074&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 18:06:25 GMT Hi everybody, This is the first time Iīm going to the States and there are so many things Iīd love to see that itīs gonna be hard to make a plan. I... Hi everybody,

This is the first time Iīm going to the States and there are so many things Iīd love to see that itīs gonna be hard to make a plan. I guess I feel like an american who goes to "Europe" for the first time...

So far, we (lady and me) will arrive to Los Angeles on Sept. 1st and leaving from NY on the 21st. That makes barely 3 weeks to get a feeling of what the americans are. But what to do in between we just canīt decide. The overall route is California (San Franciscoīs on the top of the list)-->Las Vegas (maybe a visit to Grand Canyon)-->Texas (where??? Iīd love to go to a rodeo and get into the texan mood so to say. Maybe a visit to San Antonio also)-->Deep South (again, where??)-->NY

Walk-pictures-a couple of museums-get to know a lot of people, thatīs more or less the plan.

We donīt drive so weīll move either flying or by bus. What do you think are the places we should NOT miss in our way to the atlantic coast??

Also, I must say this is just a part of a 3 months travel around the world so weīre really on the cheap side if you know what I mean.

You ideas and tips are more than welcome :) ]]> Travel Kozhe http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133074 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133073&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 17:54:36 GMT I apologize to all who were offended by the recent posting of an image in the RFF gallery. It was not intended as a political or personal statement... I apologize to all who were offended by the recent posting of an image in the RFF gallery. It was not intended as a political or personal statement nor did it convey my approval or support of the associated tragic and unforgettable events brought about by the Nazi regime. The world suffered the loss of the potential greatness of generations of the peoples so cruelly exterminated. I intended the photograph as a study of light and form. I ask for the forgiveness of my RFF friends and anyone else who may have been offended for my lack of sensitivity. I would appreciate it if this thread is taken for what it iss and does not turn into a long battle of words.

Thank you,
Mike Murphy ]]> Rangefinder Photography Discussion biomed http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133073 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133072&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 17:34:45 GMT ...Long Live the Constant Moment (http://petapixel.com/2013/05/22/on-the-constant-moment/). First film was dead. Then rangefinders were dead. Then... ...Long Live the Constant Moment.

First film was dead. Then rangefinders were dead. Then photography was dead. Not before SLRs became dead and "mirrorless" were here to stay.

I guess you could say that eloquence and the art of rhetoric are dead.

Let's make this a poll: do you agree with this obituary? ]]> Philosophy of Photography Gabriel M.A. http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133072 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133071&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 17:20:48 GMT Hello - I am thinking of getting into the rangefinder (and Leica more specifically) system. I currently shoot with a Fuji X-Pro1. Here is my... Hello - I am thinking of getting into the rangefinder (and Leica more specifically) system. I currently shoot with a Fuji X-Pro1. Here is my plan...
I have an opportunity to purchase a Konica Hexanon 50 1.2 and have no problems using this lens on my XP1, but I would like to move over to the Leica digital system in the next couple of years. I was thinking in the mean time to purchase a Leica CL and have it as a film camera and compliment my (future) digital M camera.

I have no idea if this lens will block the viewfinder of the CL, I know that focusing at 1.2 may be an issue but my bigger concern is if this lens will even fit the CL. I know the whole point of getting the CL is to be small, but I am trying to get into the system rather inexpensively and this seems like a fun way to shoot film and get the rangefinder experience while buying lenses that will work with whatever camera I purchase in the next few years. Any body out there tried this combo, or something similar? The 50 Summilux Asph looks to be a similar size so maybe this could be a comparison????

Any and all help is appreciated, thank you in advance.

JKJ ]]> Leica M -- Leica CL jkjod http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133071 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133070&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 16:58:45 GMT There are many different papers at Freestyle. Have anybody tried them? Are they any good? Thanks. There are many different papers at Freestyle.
Have anybody tried them?
Are they any good?
Thanks. ]]> Digital Printers / Inks / Papers etc MIkhail http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133070 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133069&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 15:46:00 GMT I recently purchased a 6x9 drop bed folding camera. It came with a roll film holder and two working cut film holders. The roll film holder turns... I recently purchased a 6x9 drop bed folding camera. It came with a roll film holder and two working cut film holders. The roll film holder turns out not to be 120 film size, but it appears it is for 6x7 photos. Photos below (from our friend flickr) show the roll film holder open and the previous film reel, metal no less; a 120 reel up agains the former metal reel; and a comparison of the two next to each other.


Heavily painted, apparently from the factory.


A 120 roll against the metal reel in the holder. BTW, the holder is made with slots in the reel holders, not holes for the end of the roll.


Better indication of the size difference between the metal reel and a modern 120 reel.

Anybody ever seen such a holder, or know what size film it would have taken? I was quite happy with the purchase, although I certainly don't need another 6x9 folding camera, really only wanting the cut film holders and the roll film holder. The two A.P. working holders don't fit into my Zeiss Ikon 195/3, but just do fit in my Bee Bee 6x9. Not what I had planned from the purchase. I'm hoping I can get a machine shop to make me some film inserts. Then it would have been worth it.

Another curiousity is the bag the items came in. I smalling canvas bag that just fits the camera, roll film holder, and the cut film holders.


With holder

And closed.

It sort of has a look of being military, and the seller was in the UK. Anyone seen such a bag and know what it was originally for?

Thanks for any information anyone can provide. ]]> 120 RF Folders oftheherd http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133069 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133068&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 15:18:37 GMT I only use the built-in viewfinder for focusing and use a Kontur auxiliary finder for viewing. So, I taped a blue gel over the larger 'window' on the camera: it makes the rf rectangle and co-incident image stand out better. You can get a Rosco swatch book for $4 and use the others to gel your flash or make 3-d glasses. A simpler solution is to cut down a blue hanging folder index tab. If you want pretty, remove camera top and install gel inside. Git 'r done. ]]> Kodak Retina RF rjschell http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133068 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133067&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 15:01:58 GMT I only use the built-in viewfinder for focusing and use a Kontur auxiliary finder for viewing. So, I taped a blue gel over the larger 'window' on the camera: it makes the rf rectangle and co-incident image stand out better. You can get a Rosco swatch book for $4 and use the others to gel your flash or make 3-d glasses. A simpler solution is to cut down a blue hanging folder index tab. If you want pretty, remove camera top and install gel inside. Git 'r done. ]]> Kodak Retina RF rjschell http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133067 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133066&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 14:41:21 GMT hi, did someone try/using the leica lens on the X Pro 1?? if so, is the 35mm summarit fine for it since i got a used one with a pretty good price at... hi, did someone try/using the leica lens on the X Pro 1??
if so, is the 35mm summarit fine for it since i got a used one with a pretty good price at my place. or should i consider the zeiss 35mm F/2 instead?

pls give some opinion.
thanks ]]> Fuji X-Pro1 / X-E1 portermaster http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133066 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133065&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 13:10:32 GMT Hi Ladies and Gents, Can anyone give me some help on how to remove the lens front element of Rollei 35S (sonnar)? Need to clean some dusts. I know... Hi Ladies and Gents,
Can anyone give me some help on how to remove the lens front element of Rollei 35S (sonnar)? Need to clean some dusts. I know how to do that for a Tessar lens but never tried Sonnar.
Thank you very much. ]]> Repair / Camera Care bitfeng http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133065 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133064&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 13:07:22 GMT Title: New Brooklyn to New York via Brooklyn Bridge, no. 2, by Thomas A. Edison, Inc.ogv Author: Thomas A.... Title: New Brooklyn to New York via Brooklyn Bridge, no. 2, by Thomas A. Edison, Inc.ogv
Author: Thomas A. Edison

https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikiped....ogv.360p.webm

Great short film taken in 1899. ]]> Photography General Interest kbg32 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133064 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133062&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 12:50:54 GMT Dear All, I recently got a Rollei 35S (sonnar) which has some dusts on the second lens element. Just wondering if anyone knows how to remove the... Dear All, I recently got a Rollei 35S (sonnar) which has some dusts on the second lens element. Just wondering if anyone knows how to remove the first lens element in order to clean the second one? Does the entire lens assembly need to be removed or I can just work from the front side (much more favorable)? Thanks a lot. ]]> bitfeng http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133062 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133061&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 12:17:17 GMT I've read that gaffers tape can leave a nasty residue after removal. Is there a more gentle adhesive in any other tape to cover the identifying markings on the Leica?

I think I have left over bottom plate protectors that are black from Aki Asahi but don't want to waste them.

What kind of discoloration is left on black cameras after months/years of taping them up and is there a difference between black paint or black chrome? ]]> ymc226 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133061 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133060&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 12:15:42 GMT Welcome To all.I am new here.I need some information regarding copyrights and patents.Actually I am going to launch my new food manufacturing unit... Welcome To all.I am new here.I need some information regarding copyrights and patents.Actually I am going to launch my new food manufacturing unit and want to fulfill all the legal requirements to start a new legal business.Anyone with some experience and information regarding this will be welcomed.Thanks. ]]> Off Topic marth http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133060