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Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion 1 Week Ago
Replies: 91
Views: 2,810
Posted By ChrisPlatt
This thread makes me feel very nostalgiac. RFF...

This thread makes me feel very nostalgiac.
RFF was started by enthusiasts using $40 cameras.

Chris
Forum: Hardware / Computers / Drives / etc 2 Weeks Ago
Replies: 118
Views: 8,058
Posted By ChrisPlatt
5-10 years or more for me, depending on how long...

5-10 years or more for me, depending on how long Microsoft supports the OS.
XP security updates end next year so I have been faced with retiring my old machines.

Last year I purchased an entry level...
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 2 Weeks Ago
Replies: 16
Views: 627
Posted By ChrisPlatt
Always replacing the lens cap is a good habit to...

Always replacing the lens cap is a good habit to get into - much better than smoking!

Chris
Forum: RFF News 11-17-2012
Replies: 33
Views: 2,692
Posted By ChrisPlatt
We spent two weeks in a Red Cross shelter after a...

We spent two weeks in a Red Cross shelter after a foot and a half of water flooded our ground floor apartment in Oceanside NY.
We returned to salvage the few items not damaged. I did save some of my...
Forum: RFF News 11-14-2012
Replies: 106
Views: 5,508
Posted By ChrisPlatt
Devastated in Oceanside NY

Before the storm surge we evacuated to a Red Cross shelter.
Our apartment flooded and is now uninhabitable.
Most of our possessions were lost.
We are still in the shelter.

We have received some...
Forum: RFF News 10-28-2012
Replies: 106
Views: 5,508
Posted By ChrisPlatt
We live in a low lying area subject to an...

We live in a low lying area subject to an evacuation order.
Among many concerns I've had to make some hard choices
about what gear to take with me and what to leave behind.

Chris
Forum: Fixed Lens RF 10-28-2012
Replies: 12
Views: 1,043
Posted By ChrisPlatt
The 1.3V size 675 zinc-air hearing aid battery is...

The 1.3V size 675 zinc-air hearing aid battery is still available.
It's much cheaper than the Wein cell.

Chris
Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion 10-26-2012
Replies: 79
Views: 4,243
Posted By ChrisPlatt
True, and consumers don't print now. They share...

True, and consumers don't print now. They share photos on LCD displays.

IMO a major reason for the success of digital photography is that
it eliminates the necessity of the expensive paper...
Forum: X100 10-25-2012
Replies: 66
Views: 4,960
Posted By ChrisPlatt
Deciding factor

Since it was introduced I had admired the X100, mostly for its similarity to film cameras I love.
However the look of the JPGs coming right from the camera is what convinced me to buy one.

Chris
Forum: Leica Screw Mount / LTM Cameras 10-24-2012
Replies: 59
Views: 3,786
Posted By ChrisPlatt
Never had a Leica LTM body- I'd never consider a...

Never had a Leica LTM body- I'd never consider a camera with separate range- and viewfinders.

Had a Canon P. It was okay, but the 35mm framelines are hard to see, and I missed having a built-in...
Forum: SLRs - the unRF 10-21-2012
Replies: 27
Views: 2,118
Posted By ChrisPlatt
If it's Pentax there's no one better than Eric...

If it's Pentax there's no one better than Eric Hendrickson located in Sharps Chapel TN.

Link: http://www.pentaxs.com

Chris
Forum: SLRs - the unRF 10-21-2012
Replies: 27
Views: 2,118
Posted By ChrisPlatt
I received a Pentax MX with Winder MX back from...

I received a Pentax MX with Winder MX back from Eric Hendrickson last week.
Terrific work as always!

Chris
Forum: SLRs - the unRF 10-20-2012
Replies: 13
Views: 1,795
Posted By ChrisPlatt
The M28/3.5 and M100/2.8 are excellent. The...

The M28/3.5 and M100/2.8 are excellent.
The M135/3.5 is very good, too.

Chris
Forum: Film / Developing / Chemistry 10-20-2012
Replies: 56
Views: 3,596
Posted By ChrisPlatt
I use carbonated holy water. I don't have to...

I use carbonated holy water. I don't have to agitate, and all my photos have that "Leica glow"...

Chris
Forum: Technique: How To Shoot It 10-18-2012
Replies: 66
Views: 4,841
Posted By ChrisPlatt
Have you been on NYC subways lately? Ever? Chris

Have you been on NYC subways lately? Ever?

Chris
Forum: Travel 10-18-2012
Replies: 41
Views: 2,921
Posted By ChrisPlatt
You can afford Leicas and international travel...

You can afford Leicas and international travel but you can't afford to buy film in Paris?

Chris
Forum: Photography General Interest 10-14-2012
Replies: 19
Views: 1,050
Posted By ChrisPlatt
I recently noticed a bunch of old camera cases in...

I recently noticed a bunch of old camera cases in a bedroom closet
had molded slightly. I thought it a bit odd since it's an interior wall.

I keep all my cameras and lenses in a closed cabinet near...
Forum: Fixed Lens RF 10-12-2012
Replies: 80
Views: 6,993
Posted By ChrisPlatt
The Contax T is real...

The Contax T is real nice.

http://yashica.org/files/contax-t-2-768.jpg

There's a beautiful black one in the RFF classifieds right now... ;)

Chris
Forum: Scale Focus 35's 10-11-2012
Replies: 22
Views: 2,695
Posted By ChrisPlatt
I've got a Petri Color 35 that was working until...

I've got a Petri Color 35 that was working until recently.
Advance gets very tight 2/3 through stroke.
After completing the stroke shutter is still not charged.

Any recommendations for a...
Forum: Film / Developing / Chemistry 10-08-2012
Replies: 38
Views: 3,588
Posted By ChrisPlatt
I'm sure by now it would surprise no one here if...

I'm sure by now it would surprise no one here if Kodak once again shot themselves in the foot.

Chris
Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion 10-07-2012
Replies: 36
Views: 1,852
Posted By ChrisPlatt
I've met some real characters on craigslist. Now...

I've met some real characters on craigslist.
Now I only place ads there for items I want to give away for free.
Even that can be a real PITA.
The last time one potential taker expected me to...
Forum: X100 Images 10-06-2012
Replies: 186
Views: 19,803
Posted By ChrisPlatt
The images I have seen from this camera are the...

The images I have seen from this camera are the best I have seen from digital. They are quite film-like in my opinion.

Chris
Forum: Micl Photo Acc / Bags/ Meters / Tripods etc 10-06-2012
Replies: 16
Views: 973
Posted By ChrisPlatt
Silly me, I thought this was a thread about...

Silly me, I thought this was a thread about Mediterranean pocket bread...

Chris
Forum: Film / Developing / Chemistry 10-06-2012
Replies: 18
Views: 1,272
Posted By ChrisPlatt
It's currently in stock at B&H and...

It's currently in stock at B&H and Adorama.

Chris
Forum: RFF Polls 09-30-2012
Replies: 164
Views: 10,389
Posted By ChrisPlatt
My current set is a Proton 37" LCD. In the...

My current set is a Proton 37" LCD. In the 1990's I owned a Proton 31" CRT.
I went through some lesser brands in between.
Proton had the best picture then, and still does.

It's quite fashionable...
Forum: Point-N-Shoot 09-26-2012
Replies: 45
Views: 3,415
Posted By ChrisPlatt
Thanks! :) Chris

Thanks! :)

Chris
Forum: Photography General Interest 09-22-2012
Replies: 45
Views: 3,875
Posted By ChrisPlatt
http://cache.jalopnik.com/assets/images/12/2011/02...

http://cache.jalopnik.com/assets/images/12/2011/02/helmet_cam_01.jpg

Chris
Forum: Photography General Interest 09-21-2012
Replies: 45
Views: 3,875
Posted By ChrisPlatt
Coat pocket

I keep a small lightweight 35mm film camera in my coat.
Any coat I buy must have an inside chest pocket.

Chris
Forum: Micl Photo Acc / Bags/ Meters / Tripods etc 09-17-2012
Replies: 30
Views: 2,987
Posted By ChrisPlatt
Fine Chinese salesmanship

The descriptions are precious - no Babelfish/Google Translate required!

"Young Cartier-Bresson do not need a photography bag which looks obvious professional features, besides carrying also...
Forum: RFF News 09-09-2012
Replies: 93
Views: 13,905
Posted By ChrisPlatt
If this comes to pass can Fuji slide film (our...

If this comes to pass can Fuji slide film (our current only option) be far behind?

Chris
Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion 09-08-2012
Replies: 18
Views: 738
Posted By ChrisPlatt
I'd take a Nikonos. keh.com currently lists a...

I'd take a Nikonos. keh.com currently lists a Nikonos V with 35/2.5 lens for just over $100.

Chris
Forum: Film / Developing / Chemistry 09-06-2012
Replies: 26
Views: 1,757
Posted By ChrisPlatt
Yeah, great news. Clearly we have nothing to...

Yeah, great news. Clearly we have nothing to worry about ever again... :rolleyes:

Chris
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 09-04-2012
Replies: 86
Views: 6,389
Posted By ChrisPlatt
You mean I've been wasting my time all these...

You mean I've been wasting my time all these years rinsing my negatives?

Chris
Forum: SLRs - the unRF 09-04-2012
Replies: 86
Views: 4,991
Posted By ChrisPlatt
Suggest you consider a Pentax MX and SMC Pentax-M...

Suggest you consider a Pentax MX and SMC Pentax-M lenses.

Chris
Forum: RFF Polls 09-02-2012
Replies: 164
Views: 10,389
Posted By ChrisPlatt
Indeed. Driving is such a bore... Chris

Indeed. Driving is such a bore...

Chris
Forum: RFF Polls 09-01-2012
Replies: 164
Views: 10,389
Posted By ChrisPlatt
Today we must have a giant TV in our living room...

Today we must have a giant TV in our living room and a tiny one in our pocket.

Chris
Forum: RFF Polls 09-01-2012
Replies: 93
Views: 8,196
Posted By ChrisPlatt
I'm not sure the Time Machine Modulus has a 1972...

I'm not sure the Time Machine Modulus has a 1972 setting.
I am quite certain however that it does have a 1982 setting.

Chris
Forum: RFF Polls 08-31-2012
Replies: 93
Views: 8,196
Posted By ChrisPlatt
I will instead buy a time machine and transport...

I will instead buy a time machine and transport myself back to like 1982,
a time before digital, when all the classic films were plentiful...

Link: Uncle Rico's Time Machine...
Forum: Provide your Feedback 08-30-2012
Replies: 2,074
Sticky: User Feedback
Views: 144,831
Posted By ChrisPlatt
Member: TR3B Comment: Prompt payment and...

Member: TR3B

Comment: Prompt payment and excellent communication.
Joe is very pleasant to deal with. Highly recommended! :)

Chris
Forum: Smartphone Cameras 08-29-2012
Replies: 3
Views: 635
Posted By ChrisPlatt
Hope he doesn't get "written up" for being an...

Hope he doesn't get "written up" for being an admitted film user...

Chris
Forum: Optics and Lenses - 08-27-2012
Replies: 70
Views: 7,736
Posted By ChrisPlatt
35mm is normal, 24mm is wide. 28mm is neither...

35mm is normal, 24mm is wide. 28mm is neither here nor there.

Chris
Forum: Film / Developing / Chemistry 08-25-2012
Replies: 28
Views: 2,996
Posted By ChrisPlatt
Rather ironic considering Thursday's...

Rather ironic considering Thursday's announcement.
The left hand doesn't seem to know what the right hand is doing.
Not a good sign...

Chris
Forum: Film / Developing / Chemistry 08-25-2012
Replies: 96
Views: 7,230
Posted By ChrisPlatt
After Perez finishes off Kodak he can apply for...

After Perez finishes off Kodak he can apply for that opening at Bain Capital.

Chris
Forum: Olympus RF 08-20-2012
Replies: 42
Views: 5,374
Posted By ChrisPlatt
If you get an XA1 you may feel compelled to get...

If you get an XA1 you may feel compelled to get an XA4, and those are expensive.
Then you'll need the Japan-only colored XA2s to round out your collection...

Chris
Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion 08-20-2012
Replies: 263
Views: 17,339
Posted By ChrisPlatt
Could a pinhole camera be a "one lens kit"?...

Could a pinhole camera be a "one lens kit"? ;)

Chris
Forum: Point-N-Shoot 08-12-2012
Replies: 19
Views: 1,319
Posted By ChrisPlatt
Don't dismiss nose grease. It has its uses in...

Don't dismiss nose grease. It has its uses in photography.

When I worked at Olympus we used it to fill tiny scratches on lens elements,
and also to clean and restore the shine to SLR camera...
Forum: Analog DarkRoom / Printing 08-10-2012
Replies: 22
Views: 4,660
Posted By ChrisPlatt
If we all buy loads of Efke products maybe...

If we all buy loads of Efke products maybe they'll have enough money to replace the paper machine.

Chris
Forum: SLRs - the unRF 08-10-2012
Replies: 32
Views: 2,566
Posted By ChrisPlatt
Suggest you consider a Pentax MX, ME or ME Super...

Suggest you consider a Pentax MX, ME or ME Super body.
These bodies are identical in size to the OM 1/2.

The Pentax 28/3.5 lenses are excellent. The SMC Pentax (K) 28/3.5 is superb.
The SMC...
Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion 08-06-2012
Replies: 263
Views: 17,339
Posted By ChrisPlatt
Bessa R with 35/2.5 Color-Skopar, the only LTM...

Bessa R with 35/2.5 Color-Skopar, the only LTM body and lens I own.

The rest of my rangefinders and scale focus cameras have fixed lenses.
Do those count too?

Chris
Forum: SLRs - the unRF 08-04-2012
Replies: 35
Views: 2,505
Posted By ChrisPlatt
Help! My camera seems to have swallowed a pocket...

Help! My camera seems to have swallowed a pocket calculator!

Chris
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