http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums Rangefinderforum.com is a site for Rangefinder Camera enthusiasts en Wed, 22 May 2013 18:06:00 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=132988&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 17:23:34 GMT Does this camera qualify as an Advanced Compact? It's much more capable than my old Panasonic DMC-TZ3.

PF ]]> Other Digital Advanced Fixed Lens Compacts farlymac http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=132988 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=132987&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 16:36:01 GMT Regardless of the AOV and spacing with other lenses you own, which of the f/2.8 wides, 21 and 25, would you consider as the "better" lens, in terms of sharpness, drawing style, correction for aberrations... etc. Can you please elaborate on your choice? Thank you! ]]> Zeiss Ikon ZM EdwardKaraa http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=132987 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=132983&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 13:47:25 GMT If any of you have dealt with Nate from Polaroid Conversions, there is a nice article about him on... If any of you have dealt with Nate from Polaroid Conversions, there is a nice article about him on SnapIt/SeeIt.

http://snapitseeit.com/vendor-spotli...d-conversions/

I have a 110 A/B conversion from him. ]]> Lomo / Diana / Holga / Pinhole / Polaroids 3rdtrick http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=132983 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=132982&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 12:38:54 GMT i think the only things that ultimately matter in photography are timing and perspective. everything else is opinion (or nostalgia... or... i think the only things that ultimately matter in photography are timing and perspective. everything else is opinion (or nostalgia... or masturbation... or...).

i'm saying this, but i also think that absolute statements like the above are always just a means to convey an idea (or maybe to bring one's feet back to the ground) and should not be taken too seriously in all their absoluteness. i like (intelligent) radical statements though. and now i'm just blabbering. ]]> Simon Says -- SimonSawSunlight Photo Technique SimonSawSunlight http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=132982 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=132981&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 12:12:59 GMT Just like to share some pictures taken from a trip earlier this year. Unfortunately I didn't spare much time to scan and touch up all taken from that trip. The set will be updated as I go.

All are taken with film and rangefinder gears, my beloved combo.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/3856769...7633597921690/

Sorry I don't take note of technical setup (camera/lens/exposures) when I shoot, if you want to know, I sure can recall from memory for you. ]]> Leica M Film Cameras jonwo http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=132981 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=132980&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 06:48:49 GMT Am I crazy to consider getting a grey Rolleiflex Baby 4x4 to use? 127 film is not very common anymore. I can only find a couple of suppliers of this... Am I crazy to consider getting a grey Rolleiflex Baby 4x4 to use? 127 film is not very common anymore. I can only find a couple of suppliers of this size film, or cut down 120 film to fit 127 spools.
I don't know what it is about this little camera but I like it. I have been following them on our favorite bidding site and I am tempted.
Should I keep looking for one or should I give my head a shake and start looking at 6x6 TLR's.
...Terry ]]> TLR Forum - Twin Lens Reflex Overkill-F1 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=132980 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=132979&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 05:13:44 GMT I know there was a thread on here at some point, where a crafty user dreamt up a tulip M4 style quick load take up spool that fit right in place of... I know there was a thread on here at some point, where a crafty user dreamt up a tulip M4 style quick load take up spool that fit right in place of the typical spool. Can anyone link to that old post? Ive tried searching with no luck!
Again I believe this was done for a M2, ide like to attempt it on my M3 or MD.

Interested in possibly taking a stab at this one!
Thanks in advance! ]]> DIYS Forum B-9 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=132979 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=132978&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 04:59:59 GMT Image: http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5338/8780400814_7345b958b3_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/mrelllis/8780400814/) bell2...
bell2 by MrEllis, on Flickr

http://elllis.de/ ]]> X100 Images koven http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=132978 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=132977&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 04:17:37 GMT Recently I saw you can get, with some patience, the Bessa-L for around 50 EUR used. I use my M42 CZJ Flektogon 20mm/2.8 adapted to LTM on different... Recently I saw you can get, with some patience, the Bessa-L for around 50 EUR used.

I use my M42 CZJ Flektogon 20mm/2.8 adapted to LTM on different ukrainians. (FED2, Zorki 4, etc.) Ofcourse not coupled with the rangefinder, just scale focusing. The idea behind it is to get a silent camera. (No mirror flap.)

Changing to a Bessa-L would give me exposure metering. At least that is what I imagine.
On the other hand I heard the shutter of the Bessa-L is not at all quiet.

I would like clarity on:

1. How quiet/loud is the shutter.
2. How does the exponometer of it work.
Can I put the Flektogon in manual mode and use the camera in apperture priority? Can I use the construction also as completly manual metering (adjusting shutterspeed and apperture)?

Thank you,
Eugen ]]> Cosina Voigtlander Bessa Eugen Mezei http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=132977 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=132974&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 03:21:08 GMT I've just spent every spare moment over the past week getting my new shopping cart up and running.

Please visit http://shop.cameraquest.com

and give me your thoughts on feedback.

for the first time I also have a mobile cart.

A lot of things still be need to be done,
but I think its a big improvement over the old cart.

Many Thanks for looking!

Stephen ]]> RFF News CameraQuest http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=132974 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=132973&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 02:07:38 GMT My friend Harriet from Savannah. X-E1; 35mm 1.4; cropped; minimal processing in Lightroom. Image: http://mtanga.com/Harriet3.jpg My friend Harriet from Savannah. X-E1; 35mm 1.4; cropped; minimal processing in Lightroom.

]]> Fuji X-Pro1 / X-E1 Tony C. http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=132973 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=132963&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 00:40:20 GMT Got this nice old folder from certo6. As usual, it's in great shape now that Jurgen has completely overhauled it. Some shots of the Academic Plaza on the campus of Texas A&M University. Expired Portra 400NC.


Academic Plaza, Texas A&M University, College Station TX by kenj8246, on Flickr


Academic Plaza, Texas A&M University, College Station TX by kenj8246, on Flickr

Thanks,
Kenny ]]> 120 RF Folders Kenj8246 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=132963 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=132961&goto=newpost Tue, 21 May 2013 23:24:23 GMT From my latest blog, and new book Photos of Venezuela - Part 1 in Caracas Please click the link to see... From my latest blog, and new book
Photos of Venezuela - Part 1 in Caracas

Please click the link to see more

http://rangefinderchronicles.blogspo...part-1-in.html


Red, Yellow, Blue 4 by nickdemarco, on Flickr


Red, Yello
Red, Yellow, Blue 3 by nickdemarco, on Flickrw, Blue 3 by nickdemarco, on Flick


Red, Yellow, Blue 2 by nickdemarco, on Flickr


Red, Yellow, Blue 18 by nickdemarco, on Flickr

Nick ]]> Nick De Marco http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=132961 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=132960&goto=newpost Tue, 21 May 2013 23:08:49 GMT After two years it's time to pack up for my next posting, which happens to be back home- Victoria, BC! :D

My brother is flying out to do the drive with me in my '07 MX-5. Of course, having done the (rather boring) Trans-Canada a few times in the past, as well as the northern interstates, I've opted for the following itinerary:

Leg 1- Halifax to Chicago via I-90W
Leg 2- Chicago to LA via I-80/70
Leg 3- LA to the border along the coast, Route 1/101/I-5 N

The RCAF will give me 12 days to make the journey to BC. I've chosen an ~8000 km route, which necessitates a coverage of about 700 km/day. However, it is quite easy for two blokes to rip along for 15+ hours a day in order to slow down in the interesting places ;)

My brother insists on bringing his Rolleiflex, so that's fine. I'd like your guys' opinion on whether to lug along my Nikon F5 (w/ 1 or 2 lenses) or go ultra-light and just take my Pentax 110?

Any advice or thoughts? It's all greatly appreciated :) ]]> Travel Spleenrippa http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=132960 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=132959&goto=newpost Tue, 21 May 2013 22:58:27 GMT Anyone think William Eggleston would fit in here?... Anyone think William Eggleston would fit in here?

http://blogs.wsj.com/photojournal/20..._source=feedly

:eek: ]]> Leica Screw Mount / LTM Cameras JSU http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=132959