Rangefinderforum.com http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums Rangefinderforum.com is a site for Rangefinder Camera enthusiasts en Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:51:56 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/themes/graphite/misc/rss.jpg Rangefinderforum.com http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums <![CDATA[No love for SR & XE Minoltas]]> http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133982&goto=newpost Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:27:09 GMT Is there no love for these wonderful Cameras. I have certainly enjoyed mine . Is there no love for these wonderful Cameras. I have certainly enjoyed mine .
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]]> SLRs - the unRF Tom hicks http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133982 <![CDATA[fast slr 50mm's]]> http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133981&goto=newpost Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:01:07 GMT I have a diminitive OM and Nikon system and I want a fast 50mm. I'm thinking about the Zuiko 50mm f1.2 and Nikon 50mm f1.2 but since many film SLRs are cheap...I'm open to other lenses too. I'm also thinking about the 50mm f1.1 Nokton (for RF)...since that is a RF design and relatively new, does anyone know if it is leaps and bounds better than an SLR lens? I'm still weighing the pros and cons of an SLR or RF for my purpose.

If it matters I plan on using this lens for portraits, but I want subject isolation at a distance. (I'm thinking 8-10 feet or so). I'm happy with the DOF (or lack of) of f2 lenses when up close but I prefer to use larger apertures at further distances.

My budget is roughly $500 and up to $1000 tops but I'd prefer to spend less (who wouldn't?). I'd prefer a 50mm but I may stretch it to 58mm. Any experiences? ]]> SLRs - the unRF jett http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133981 Family Time at the Beach http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133980&goto=newpost Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:33:41 GMT Having recently spent ten days in Washington/Oregon on family trip, we wrapped up our vacation at Cannon Beach. The weather was changeable but... Having recently spent ten days in Washington/Oregon on family trip, we wrapped up our vacation at Cannon Beach. The weather was changeable but pleasant, and my two boys (ages 7 and 3) had a fantastic time. Here's a few pics:



Haystack Rock from Ecola State Park
X-Pro 1 w/ 90/4 Summicron






Tillamook Lighthouse
X-Pro 1 w/ 90/4 Summicron




We woke up to rain, but beachcombed during low tide nonetheless. My 3 year old was a bit blue in this pic.



Rainy Day Blues
X-Pro 1 w/ 90/4 Summicron




The weather soon changed and the boys were quickly back to running on the beach in search of seashells.



Haystack Rock
X-Pro 1 w/ 14/2.8 XF lens






Brothers
X-Pro 1 w/ 14/2.8 XF lens




What better way to wrap up the day?



Seastacks at Sunset
X-Pro 1 w/ 14/2.8 XF lens ]]> Fuji X-Pro1 / X-E1 PhotoMat http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133980 XSeries Camera (Black) and Correction Fluid http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133979&goto=newpost Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:07:55 GMT Just for improve your camera: http://www.dpreview.com/forums/post/51666643 Cheers, Peter. Just for improve your camera:
http://www.dpreview.com/forums/post/51666643

Cheers, Peter. ]]> Fuji X-Pro1 / X-E1 PeterPrism http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133979 writing on the leader? http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133978&goto=newpost Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:47:47 GMT Hi,

Recently I started getting back into film, and many thanks to everyone here even though I haven't asked a question yet (thank you search function!). I'll post some of my first attempts once my scanner arrives!

Now I have a few rolls developed and sleeved, and looking into the future I see a nightmare coming! At the moment, I put a bit of paper in a sleeve with dev times and the like to keep a record, but its easy to forget when I shot that roll, it may be a month between shooting and developing.

Does anyone write the date (or anything else) on the film leader before loading it in the camera? If so, what with, and does it survive developing? It'd be nice to have the date permanently on the negs I think.

Cheers ]]> Film / Developing / Chemistry michaelwj http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133978 Diagnosis, anyone ? http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133977&goto=newpost Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:34:05 GMT I've been trying to work on my film developing and have recently developed several rolls, including some that have been lying around for a few months in a closet.
Here's one that I wasn't too careful with, but am intrigued by this "sprinkled salt" look on this one.
I already know this is done poorly. I'm just trying to find out what this is from, as a way of gaining a better understanding.

Spot (pun intended) Diagnosis, anyone ?


Tri-x, shot at 1000 ISO, developed semi-stand, HC110 1:100 40 minutes at 68F

]]> Film / Developing / Chemistry srtiwari http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133977 In the footsteps of J. Allan Cash http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133976&goto=newpost Wed, 19 Jun 2013 20:24:04 GMT One of my photographic heroes is the pre-war British photojournalist J Allan Cash. He was one of the early Leica pioneers who made a living... One of my photographic heroes is the pre-war British photojournalist J Allan Cash. He was one of the early Leica pioneers who made a living travelling the world with his camera.

The model he used at the start of his career was a Leica II with the Summar. I have a tremendous urge to get the same camera and lens to experience photography as he did. Leica IIs are common enough but it seems getting a good scratch and haze-free Summar might be difficult.

Has anyone else done a similar thing by following in the footsteps of another Barnack-wielding hero? ]]> Leica Screw Mount / LTM Cameras Koolzakukumba http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133976 <![CDATA[my minoltas...the good, the bad & the ugly!]]> http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133975&goto=newpost Wed, 19 Jun 2013 20:23:58 GMT the good?
those lenses are some sharp!

the bad?
light leaks on one body...frame registration & unintended double exposures on the other!

the ugly?
i shot kodak 400bcn film at 200 and it's very contrasty!!











]]> SLRs - the unRF back alley http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133975 GSN Shutter issues http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133974&goto=newpost Wed, 19 Jun 2013 20:19:16 GMT I picked up an as-is GSN for $2 the other day. It had some issues like a bend filter ring, some mild lens fungus and a dented hotshot. I fixed the... I picked up an as-is GSN for $2 the other day. It had some issues like a bend filter ring, some mild lens fungus and a dented hotshot. I fixed the fungus and filter ring damage (not too worried about the hotshot)

The only issue left is that the shutter is not opening all the way while firing. I disassembled the lens, cleaned the blades with Ronson and lubed the mech with oil. But I'm still having the same issues with the shutter not opening completely.

I can get them to open by putting pressure on the cams so I know its not an obstruction. I'm really out of ideas on this one.

Can anybody give me any pointers? ]]> Yashica RF shootar401 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133974 Ausstellungsware ? http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133973&goto=newpost Wed, 19 Jun 2013 19:56:00 GMT Hello,

I just realised there's a sticker with red letters in German saying: "Ausstellungsware: Funktionssicherheit It. Leica-Garantie wird gewährleistet".

What does Ausstellungsware mean in Leica's book? Does the quality affected in anyway?

Thanks and regards ]]> Leica M Film Cameras big macker http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133973 Mr. Puts going back to silver - FILM http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133971&goto=newpost Wed, 19 Jun 2013 17:58:26 GMT ... at least for a while it seems, he is abandoning digital Leicas and going back to... ... at least for a while it seems, he is abandoning digital Leicas and going back to silver.
http://www.imx.nl/photo/blog-2/return-to-silver.html

Unfortunately he hasn't included any pictures using the latest APO 50'cron on his M3 but with the usual salvo of critique about his pics, I think it might be a wise approach. ]]> Leica M Film Cameras icebear http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133971 <![CDATA[RFFer's in Bristol?]]> http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133970&goto=newpost Wed, 19 Jun 2013 17:02:59 GMT Hey.

I just arrived in Bristol and will be around for the next four months.

Do we have RFFer's here up for a meeting and drinks?

Regards,

Boris ]]> Travel taskoni http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133970 are the new 50 Noktons shipping yet? http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133969&goto=newpost Wed, 19 Jun 2013 14:49:06 GMT I just placed an order for a chrome one and was just wondering if people had received their pre-orders yet. I just placed an order for a chrome one and was just wondering if people had received their pre-orders yet. ]]> Cosina Voigtlander Bessa yossarian123 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133969 Krakow (old square) - Poland http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133966&goto=newpost Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:28:42 GMT What a beautiful and historic city. Loved my stay there. Acros 100 in DDX - M3 vc 50/1.5 Image:... What a beautiful and historic city. Loved my stay there.

Acros 100 in DDX - M3 vc 50/1.5











Inside the Church Tower.

Cheers - John ]]> Critique / Salon / Picks / Most Views Johnmcd http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133966 The Wolfs Lair - Poland http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133965&goto=newpost Wed, 19 Jun 2013 11:46:14 GMT Just returned from a month in Europe. Mostly in Croatia and Poland. Unfortunately working most of the time but did get out and take some... Just returned from a month in Europe. Mostly in Croatia and Poland. Unfortunately working most of the time but did get out and take some photographs.

This set is from the Wolf's Lair - Hitler's base of operations in Poland (then reclaimed as East Prussia). It was mostly destroyed as the Russians advanced but it is still an impressive monument to the times. For history buffs it is where the bomb assassination attempt was made by Staff Officer Colonel Claus Von Stauffenberg in 1944.

The weather was not good but that added to the atmosphere.

Acros 100 in DDX - M3 with vc 50/1.5











Cheers - John ]]> Critique / Salon / Picks / Most Views Johnmcd http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133965