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Forum: Yashica RF 3 Hours Ago
Replies: 4
Views: 61
Posted By Frontman
The fix is very easy. Remove the battery cap, and...

The fix is very easy. Remove the battery cap, and just inside to the left you will see a small slotted screw. This screw is used to adjust the vertical alignment. Use a small screwdriver and turn te...
Forum: Travel 17 Hours Ago
Replies: 33
Views: 417
Posted By Frontman
I've crossed America many times, by bus, car,...

I've crossed America many times, by bus, car, train, and even on foot. I enjoyed all the trips very much.

The bus is not so pleasant if you are traveling from one place to another, and are in a...
Forum: Point-N-Shoot 2 Days Ago
Replies: 8
Views: 235
Posted By Frontman
I have been shooting the LX cameras for some...

I have been shooting the LX cameras for some time, and they are outstanding. The main reason I chose them is because Panasonic (and Fuji) do not outsource their manufacturing, and having visited the...
Forum: TLR Forum - Twin Lens Reflex 2 Days Ago
Replies: 9
Views: 161
Posted By Frontman
I'll use a cap just to reduce how many times I...

I'll use a cap just to reduce how many times I have to clean the lens, particulary when traveling with the camera in a bag. The lens is the most sensitive part of the Rolleiflex camera, and as we all...
Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion 4 Days Ago
Replies: 2,907
Views: 155,322
Posted By Frontman
Using the old Nikon F with the 5.8cm f/1.4. I...

Using the old Nikon F with the 5.8cm f/1.4. I have always been curious about the lens, and I want to see if it lives up to it's reputation. I was also shooting a Nikon SP with a Nikkor 35/1.8.

I was...
Forum: Repair / Camera Care 4 Days Ago
Replies: 21
Views: 879
Posted By Frontman
I install seals in as many as 10 cameras a week,...

I install seals in as many as 10 cameras a week, it takes a little care to get them to fit correctly. It's better that the seals be a little too wide than too narrow. Seal material comes in different...
Forum: Peter Dechert -- Photographic Equipment Historian 4 Days Ago
Replies: 4
Views: 285
Posted By Frontman
It depends on which model QL17 you have. The...

It depends on which model QL17 you have. The first variation of the compact QL17 with the 40mm f/1.7 lens and manual or auto setting came with a plastic case. The newer QL17 GIII came with a leather...
Forum: Repair / Camera Care 5 Days Ago
Replies: 21
Views: 879
Posted By Frontman
A little advice for making seal installation much...

A little advice for making seal installation much easier. Apply saliva to the adhesive section after you remove the paper backing. This will allow you to set the seals in the channels more easily....
Forum: SLRs - the unRF 1 Week Ago
Replies: 30
Views: 1,728
Posted By Frontman
Pessimistically speaking, Nikon might patent such...

Pessimistically speaking, Nikon might patent such a system so as to prevent anyone else from producing it (whilst not producing it themselves). Why buy a new Nikon when you could simply put a digital...
Forum: DIYS Forum 1 Week Ago
Replies: 9
Views: 441
Posted By Frontman
When you remove the lever, the mechanism will...

When you remove the lever, the mechanism will turn a fraction more, so the lever will not fit back on. Turn the lever around backward (so it will engage the square shaft) then wind the self timer...
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 1 Week Ago
Replies: 27
Views: 822
Posted By Frontman
To become a good photographer (in regards to...

To become a good photographer (in regards to getting well-exposed images) you are going to have to learn to read the light, whether you use a meter or not. Meters often lie, or at least misinform,...
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 1 Week Ago
Replies: 27
Views: 822
Posted By Frontman
I used to use a Leica MR meter on whatever M I...

I used to use a Leica MR meter on whatever M I happened to be shooting, but I stopped using it. Reading the light with your eyes is not so hard, and the time ot takes to aim the camera and meter,...
Forum: Photography General Interest 2 Weeks Ago
Replies: 2,839
Views: 160,582
Posted By Frontman
I finally went over to the Dark Side and bought a...

I finally went over to the Dark Side and bought a Hasselblad kit. It is a basic 500CM with an 80/2.8 Planar and A12 back. Enjoying it so far...
Forum: SLRs - the unRF 2 Weeks Ago
Replies: 86
Views: 5,295
Posted By Frontman
I have tried many cameras and lenses, Japan is a...

I have tried many cameras and lenses, Japan is a great place for anything photography-related, and if you can't find a particular lens here, you probably won't find it anywhere.

Among the 20/21mm...
Forum: Nikon Historical Society -- hosted by Bob Rotoloni 2 Weeks Ago
Replies: 17
Views: 341
Posted By Frontman
Quite interesting. Here in Japan I sometimes come...

Quite interesting. Here in Japan I sometimes come across F36 motors and parts. I put one on my old F and enjoyed using it a lot. My F was not originally a motor-driven camera, so I had to put in a...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 2 Weeks Ago
Replies: 64
Views: 1,379
Posted By Frontman
When road works projects are granted to political...

When road works projects are granted to political chums who purposely mismanage these projects so as to double the construction time and cost (and thus double the "fluff" to split between them), I...
Forum: Yashica RF 3 Weeks Ago
Replies: 116
Views: 11,998
Posted By Frontman
Another bump

Another bump
Forum: Philosophy of Photography 3 Weeks Ago
Replies: 141
Views: 4,282
Posted By Frontman
This makes me think of the "GSN pics from China"...

This makes me think of the "GSN pics from China" thread in the Yashica forum. The digital "uncompromised tools" could not deal with the harsh climate, so the majority of the photos had to be taken...
Forum: Photography General Interest 3 Weeks Ago
Replies: 5
Views: 481
Posted By Frontman
The Rolleiflex looks ugly, but the lens is...

The Rolleiflex looks ugly, but the lens is perfect, and the shutter is a brand new, old-stock part. The mirror and focusing screen are also new. I like old cameras, but I want to use them, so they...
Forum: Photography General Interest 3 Weeks Ago
Replies: 5
Views: 481
Posted By Frontman
For the love of old cameras

I have been collecting cameras for a while, and have managed to find some interesting examples. Collecting cameras can be an expensive hobby, especially if you are looking for minty cameras to add to...
Forum: Yashica RF 3 Weeks Ago
Replies: 3
Views: 251
Posted By Frontman
The shutter button assembly is held on by a lock...

The shutter button assembly is held on by a lock ring. It is a bit difficult to put these back together. It is easier to simply replace the top cover with another one. I have extra top covers in...
Forum: FSU Former Soviet Union RF 3 Weeks Ago
Replies: 7
Views: 307
Posted By Frontman
Hmm, I have been looking for an interesting...

Hmm, I have been looking for an interesting project to attempt. I have an old Leica DII which spent some time underwater, it would be a good candidate for such a conversion. I just need to find a...
Forum: SLRs - the unRF 3 Weeks Ago
Replies: 14
Views: 557
Posted By Frontman
The 35mm can be a great lens if you find a good...

The 35mm can be a great lens if you find a good one. I had bad luck with a couple of these lenses, but the last one I tried (a later "made in Japan" model) is an outstanding lens.

There isn't a...
Forum: RFF Polls 3 Weeks Ago
Replies: 120
Views: 2,634
Posted By Frontman
On my trip I took a X-pro, two M bodies and...

On my trip I took a X-pro, two M bodies and lenses, and a Rolleiflex. I used the X-Pro for the majority my shooting, the Rolleiflex also saw a lot of use. The Ms spent most of their time in my...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 3 Weeks Ago
Replies: 68
Views: 4,308
Posted By Frontman
I've used several of the lenses mentioned, and...

I've used several of the lenses mentioned, and many that aren't. My vote also goes to the Nikkor 35/1.8. Beautiful in monochrome, and even nicer in color. I have the LTM and Nikon S versions, sweet...
Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion 3 Weeks Ago
Replies: 2,907
Views: 155,322
Posted By Frontman
Standing on tired feet at a shopping center in...

Standing on tired feet at a shopping center in Ginza with my GF. We are waiting to see a popular celebrity, Risa Hirako. I am carrying a Nikon SP with a Nikkor 35/1.8 lens. I am the only man...
Forum: Film / Developing / Chemistry 3 Weeks Ago
Replies: 25
Views: 444
Posted By Frontman
I ended up with similar spots on my negatives...

I ended up with similar spots on my negatives last year. In my case the problem was the developer. I was using D76, and as I was pouring the developer into another tanks, I noticed there were many...
Forum: TLR Forum - Twin Lens Reflex 4 Weeks Ago
Replies: 44
Views: 1,933
Posted By Frontman
Last year there was a thread here talking about...

Last year there was a thread here talking about bargain Rolleiflexs listed on eBay. I looked at the cameras mentioned, and ended up buying one, a 2.8E with a Planar lens and built in meter. If I...
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 4 Weeks Ago
Replies: 69
Views: 3,526
Posted By Frontman
I have had Masa Saita in Tokyo repaint 3 cameras...

I have had Masa Saita in Tokyo repaint 3 cameras for me, and I have been very happy with his work. Others here have had a complaint or two about him, but so far my experience has been good.

He does...
Forum: TLR Forum - Twin Lens Reflex 4 Weeks Ago
Replies: 37
Views: 1,086
Posted By Frontman
The particular model is not as important as it's...

The particular model is not as important as it's mechanical condition. I would prefer an earlier model with a clean lens opposed to a later model with a less than perfect lens. All things being...
Forum: Fixed Lens RF 4 Weeks Ago
Replies: 18
Views: 384
Posted By Frontman
I have plenty of Canonet parts, and I have...

I have plenty of Canonet parts, and I have several viewfinder windows, PM me your address and I will mail one to you.
Forum: Canon RF 4 Weeks Ago
Replies: 13
Views: 476
Posted By Frontman
The battery check lamp seldom works in these...

The battery check lamp seldom works in these cameras, so long as the meter needle moves it should be okay.
Forum: Photography General Interest 4 Weeks Ago
Replies: 51
Views: 1,392
Posted By Frontman
My old touring rig was quite nice, and very...

My old touring rig was quite nice, and very inexpensive. I started with an 80's vintage Schwinn Voyager, which is a very syrong, but very comfortable lugged chrome-moly frame. I had the later version...
Forum: TLR Forum - Twin Lens Reflex 04-19-2013
Replies: 121
Views: 15,372
Posted By Frontman
I tried contacting a couple of the names...

I tried contacting a couple of the names mentioned here to service my old Rolleiflex F, but neither person has responded after a week. I ended up taking apart the shutter myself, and found a broken...
Forum: Fixed Lens RF 04-19-2013
Replies: 18
Views: 384
Posted By Frontman
Which plastic are you talking about? The windows...

Which plastic are you talking about? The windows in front of the rangefinder/viewfinder should be glass. The only plastic on the top cover is the flash synch cover and the bezel around the rear...
Forum: Fuji X-Pro1 / X-E1 04-17-2013
Replies: 11
Views: 454
Posted By Frontman
Hmm, January in Fuji-speak is May.... I would...

Hmm, January in Fuji-speak is May.... I would like to be proved wrong.
Forum: Large Format RF 04-16-2013
Replies: 51
Views: 2,582
Posted By Frontman
The Zeiss 135mm f/3.5 Planar. One is listed on a...

The Zeiss 135mm f/3.5 Planar. One is listed on a local auction, but the price has gone quite high, even though the auction won't end for another 5 days.
Forum: Canon RF 04-15-2013
Replies: 13
Views: 476
Posted By Frontman
The meter will work only when the camera is in A...

The meter will work only when the camera is in A mode. Install the battery, turn the aperture ring to A, then look through the viewfinder and see if the needle moves, you may have to turn the shutter...
Forum: RFF Polls 04-14-2013
Replies: 85
Views: 3,885
Posted By Frontman
I shoot with a rangefinder about half the time,...

I shoot with a rangefinder about half the time, the other half is divided between SLR and medium format.
Forum: Leica Screw Mount / LTM Cameras 04-14-2013
Replies: 13
Views: 634
Posted By Frontman
I have seen a couple old FSU cameras with...

I have seen a couple old FSU cameras with detachable backs or other interesting modifications. I have a Zorki 2 which has had the baseplate modified to put the tripd socket in the center, and a flash...
Forum: Image Processing: Darkroom / Lightroom / Film 04-14-2013
Replies: 57
Views: 2,303
Posted By Frontman
I used to have two Pontiac GTO cars, they were...

I used to have two Pontiac GTO cars, they were both 2 door coupes, and both had 6 liter engines. But one was made in 1966, the other in 2006.

The old GTO had a bench seat with a 3 speed manual...
Forum: FSU Former Soviet Union RF 04-11-2013
Replies: 27
Views: 967
Posted By Frontman
A few months ago I got an FED S with it's...

A few months ago I got an FED S with it's originsal 50mm f/2 lens for a good price, or so I thought. When I received the camera it was completely intact, with no dents, scratches, or nonsense. The...
Forum: Yashica RF 04-11-2013
Replies: 11
Views: 713
Posted By Frontman
Which Mamiya is it? There were a few different...

Which Mamiya is it? There were a few different types made over the years, but all were good cameras, and some were excellent. Here in Japan the Mamiyas are desirable than Yashicas, and some are quite...
Forum: SLRs - the unRF 04-11-2013
Replies: 38
Views: 996
Posted By Frontman
The FM3a does have the extra two stops of speed,...

The FM3a does have the extra two stops of speed, and I love the meter in the finder. The OM has a bigger finder, and quiter operation. But to me, the more important issue is the lenses.

I have been...
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 04-09-2013
Replies: 46
Views: 2,375
Posted By Frontman
My first M was an M4, and I thought the 35mm...

My first M was an M4, and I thought the 35mm frame lines and easier film loading to be great advantages over the M3. Then I found a great deal on an old double-stroke M3, and shot it for awhile....
Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion 04-06-2013
Replies: 2,907
Views: 155,322
Posted By Frontman
M4 and Rolleiflex,

M4 and Rolleiflex,
Forum: Photography General Interest 04-05-2013
Replies: 47
Views: 1,907
Posted By Frontman
It's all a matter of taste. I started out with...

It's all a matter of taste. I started out with the Pentax 67 and Mamiya RB, both of which are relatively inexpensive, and which also have a large variety of lenses. Along the way I also tried the...
Forum: SLRs - the unRF 04-05-2013
Replies: 24
Views: 931
Posted By Frontman
It's hard to say what would cause the meter to...

It's hard to say what would cause the meter to stop working, it could be a corroded wire, a bad battery (I have bought more than one dead battery), or something jammed or stuck.

Removing the top...
Forum: SLRs - the unRF 04-04-2013
Replies: 24
Views: 931
Posted By Frontman
Good stuff! As luck would have it, I managed to...

Good stuff!

As luck would have it, I managed to find a good deal on a black Pen FT. It should arrive on Monday. I also picked up another black SP, it was a dirty and ugly bugger, but after a little...
Forum: Film / Developing / Chemistry 04-04-2013
Replies: 94
Views: 3,210
Posted By Frontman
I guess the extra 20% they are getting since the...

I guess the extra 20% they are getting since the yen began weakening isn't enough for them?
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