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like2fiddle
Forum:
Leica M -- Leica CL
12-19-2011
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12
Test Battery Button on Leitz Minolta CL
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2,726
Posted By
like2fiddle
congratulations on the 100th post. I have a...
congratulations on the 100th post.
I have a Leitz Minolta CL slightly newer than yours, 103xxxx range.
I get that black line you referred to at 1/125, not sure what it means.
I've never had a...
Forum:
Leica M Film Cameras
03-11-2010
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39
Why is the Leica Black Dot so elusive?
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2,927
Posted By
like2fiddle
Mine is silver - but I have it on a black M. ...
Mine is silver - but I have it on a black M. I've never seen another like it;)
Forum:
Leica M Film Cameras
03-11-2010
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26
Unintended Sunny 16..Liberating
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2,087
Posted By
like2fiddle
Yes, the indoor shots are the most difficult, but...
Yes, the indoor shots are the most difficult, but I have generally had printable/scanable results in low indoor light by opening up to max aperture and setting shutter speed to lowest hand held...
Forum:
Leica M -- Leica CL
03-06-2010
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20
Anyone with picture of a home brewed hood for Summicron-C
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3,746
Posted By
like2fiddle
This is what I wanted to do, but the least...
This is what I wanted to do, but the least expensive rectangular hood I could find was $114, and that's too much for a hood at the moment. Tried to find a used one for weeks, and finally opted to...
Forum:
Rangefinder Photography Discussion
03-02-2010
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14
35/2.8 Summaron- Good enough?
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1,577
Posted By
like2fiddle
The 35/2.8 Summaron was my first 35 lens. I have...
The 35/2.8 Summaron was my first 35 lens. I have owned, and sold/traded away a 35 Summicron since I liked the images from the Summaron better. The extra stop was nice but the results with the...
Forum:
Analog DarkRoom / Printing
02-25-2010
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14
Expired Photo-Flo, should I just pitch it?
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1,310
Posted By
like2fiddle
I've got one of these too, only I'm going on 23...
I've got one of these too, only I'm going on 23 years married, and I use it for every film I develop. I don't think many products had expiration dates back then... Maybe I will put it up for sale...
Forum:
Critique / Salon / Picks / Most Views
02-25-2010
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7
Girl in Park
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763
Posted By
like2fiddle
This is one of my favorite reasons to visit NYC;)
This is one of my favorite reasons to visit NYC;)
Forum:
RFF Polls
02-24-2010
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230
Poll:
Is that a CAMERA in your pocket?
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26,193
Posted By
like2fiddle
Depends on time of year, size of pocket, and...
Depends on time of year, size of pocket, and mood. Sometimes M6 w/Canon 50/1.4 or M2 w/Summaron 35, sometimes Yashica T4 Super, lately CL w/Cron 40.
I rarely leave home without a camera, and when I...
Forum:
Tom Abrahamsson of RapidWinder.com
02-24-2010
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38
update on rff soft releases?
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2,679
Posted By
like2fiddle
expected mine today (shipped to me last Tues or...
expected mine today (shipped to me last Tues or Wed), but not here yet:confused:; Maybe tomorrow...
Forum:
Canon RF
02-10-2010
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15
Going price for Canon 50 f1.4 ltm?
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1,140
Posted By
like2fiddle
I like my 50/1.4 very much. It's a bargain even...
I like my 50/1.4 very much. It's a bargain even at $350 if clean. I've seen it favorably compared to the Summilux in various threads over the years and I've not been disappointed in the performance...
Forum:
Cosina Voigtlander Bessa
02-10-2010
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28
CV re-releasing LTM lenses as M lenses
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1,983
Posted By
like2fiddle
I agree. I actually prefer the LTM as I view it...
I agree. I actually prefer the LTM as I view it as more versatile.
Forum:
Film / Developing / Chemistry
02-10-2010
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32
"Kodak is Discontinuing Select Black and White Photography Chemistry"
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2,379
Posted By
like2fiddle
I've done both the caffenol c and the raw...
I've done both the caffenol c and the raw chemical mix. The caffenol c works great, but doesn't have the greatest odor. I almost always use D23 these days, it's inexpensive, easy to mix, and...
Forum:
Leica M Film Cameras
02-10-2010
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42
Is bokeh completely subjective?
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1,662
Posted By
like2fiddle
yes, what he said. I traded away a Nokton 40...
yes, what he said.
I traded away a Nokton 40 that I otherwise liked because of my perception of its bokeh.
And,...I've yet to produce an image with the Canon 50/1.4 whose bokeh didn't appeal to...
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Film / Developing / Chemistry
02-09-2010
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31
Article: Why 90 year old rodinal is still a soup for all seasons
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2,065
Posted By
like2fiddle
I can't speak for anybody else, but when I've...
I can't speak for anybody else, but when I've tried stand/semi-stand development, I've used very dilute solutions of developer, eg. 1:100. no bromide drag with Rodinal nor HC-110.
Forum:
Leica M -- Minolta CLE
02-09-2010
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26
My first CLE + Rokkor rolls...
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4,415
Posted By
like2fiddle
Yes, that's amazing that a set of batteries would...
Yes, that's amazing that a set of batteries would last so long, very good.
Finding a good CLE was a major temptation, but the practical side of me seems to almost always win (just ask my family),...
Forum:
Leica M -- Minolta CLE
02-09-2010
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26
My first CLE + Rokkor rolls...
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4,415
Posted By
like2fiddle
Great shots all. I contemplated a CLE recently...
Great shots all. I contemplated a CLE recently but went for a Leitz Minolta CL instead. When it came down to it, what I really wanted was the 40 Summicron or Rokkor (used to have a rokkor and miss...
Forum:
Analog DarkRoom / Printing
02-08-2010
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14
Uneven development - too much agitation?
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1,445
Posted By
like2fiddle
I think it's your agitation early in the initial...
I think it's your agitation early in the initial agitation cycle. I believe it may be caused by the relative fast rush of developer through the sprocket holes.
Forum:
Leica M Film Cameras
02-02-2010
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6
Got my M6!
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669
Posted By
like2fiddle
...and that Summicron 90 will fit on that thing...
...and that Summicron 90 will fit on that thing like a glove, a heavy glove, but it's a nice match.;)
Forum:
Tom Abrahamsson of RapidWinder.com
01-28-2010
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96
Poll:
RFF SOFTY IS A GO!!! Post your design ideas!
Views:
8,080
Posted By
like2fiddle
Is there enough interest to enable production of...
Is there enough interest to enable production of a run of regular and a run of mini's?
Forum:
Film / Developing / Chemistry
01-28-2010
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12
Fixer bottle question
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907
Posted By
like2fiddle
I've been using the same bottle(s) for years. If...
I've been using the same bottle(s) for years. If there's a problem I've either not noticed or simply adapted to it over time.
Forum:
Leica Screw Mount / LTM Cameras
01-27-2010
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31
Summaron 35/3.5
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5,245
Posted By
like2fiddle
It's a wonderful and very compact lens. I own...
It's a wonderful and very compact lens. I own both the 2.8 and the 3.5 version and can only keep one, so the slower lens is the more disposable at this point. (thus the current classified listing) I...
Forum:
Photography General Interest
01-22-2010
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44
Dear KEH:
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1,876
Posted By
like2fiddle
I'm glad to know it isn't just my connection. I...
I'm glad to know it isn't just my connection. I was beginning to think it was me:confused:
Forum:
Film / Developing / Chemistry
01-22-2010
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13
BW film with wide tonal range in lights ?
Views:
2,434
Posted By
like2fiddle
wow, those are all great shots. Do you remember...
wow, those are all great shots. Do you remember which lens/lenses you used? The clarity and sharpness of the first photo is superb. I have used primarily Tri-x over the years, but I don't think...
Forum:
Photography General Interest
01-22-2010
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1
Book: The Civil Contract of Photography
Views:
285
Posted By
like2fiddle
Thanks for posting this, it does look interesting.
Thanks for posting this, it does look interesting.
Forum:
Tom Abrahamsson of RapidWinder.com
01-22-2010
Replies:
96
Poll:
RFF SOFTY IS A GO!!! Post your design ideas!
Views:
8,080
Posted By
like2fiddle
I like the design in the first post. I would buy...
I like the design in the first post. I would buy at least 2.
Forum:
120 RF's Modern
01-22-2010
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19
Fuji GSW690III and TMX
Views:
2,716
Posted By
like2fiddle
I have the GA645, which has a 60/4 lens that is...
I have the GA645, which has a 60/4 lens that is also quite good.
Forum:
Film / Developing / Chemistry
01-22-2010
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13
BW film with wide tonal range in lights ?
Views:
2,434
Posted By
like2fiddle
I'd like to know too, as I like what I see in...
I'd like to know too, as I like what I see in those photos.... the tonal range I mean;)
Forum:
Film / Developing / Chemistry
01-16-2010
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41
First C-41 self developing
Views:
4,657
Posted By
like2fiddle
I've got to try this. My birthday's coming up...
I've got to try this. My birthday's coming up and my family never knows what to get me...I'm asking for a few chemicals!
Forum:
Film / Developing / Chemistry
01-16-2010
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41
First C-41 self developing
Views:
4,657
Posted By
like2fiddle
So, if I understood properly, this shot is from...
So, if I understood properly, this shot is from roll #24 and developed in Tetanol a little over one year old that has just sat on a shelf for the entire year?
Forum:
Leica M Film Cameras
01-15-2010
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36
Is Sherry K. Answering Your Mail?
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2,163
Posted By
like2fiddle
I spoke with her today, she's around.
I spoke with her today, she's around.
Forum:
Rangefinder Photography Discussion
01-15-2010
Replies:
6
Thumbs up Mark Won !
Views:
613
Posted By
like2fiddle
Great photo. Congratulations to Mark.
Great photo. Congratulations to Mark.
Forum:
Point-N-Shoot
01-14-2010
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74
35mm fixed focal length P&S recommendation?
Views:
5,419
Posted By
like2fiddle
Two very good, low cost options are Olympus...
Two very good, low cost options are Olympus Stylus Epic (35/2.8) and Yashica T4 (35/3.5). I have both and they are perfect for outdoor activities like skiing, hiking, biking, etc. I will be placing...
Forum:
Yashica RF
01-14-2010
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11
Yashica 35cc review
Views:
1,425
Posted By
like2fiddle
Nice piece on the cc. I once owned one of these,...
Nice piece on the cc. I once owned one of these, in fact it was one of my first rangefinders. It was a great camera, but as you pointed out in your write-up, it's not an M, but it is a great little...
Forum:
Leica M Film Cameras
01-14-2010
Replies:
66
Poll:
Which M has the best VF?
Views:
6,652
Posted By
like2fiddle
I can't vote on this one as I have only ever...
I can't vote on this one as I have only ever owned or used an M6, M2, R3, and R2. Of these 4, no questions - the M2 wins easily. But... I would like to look through the M3 and ZM viewfinders as it...
Forum:
Leica M Film Cameras
01-07-2010
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29
worth buying a Low contrast lens for night photos?
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1,724
Posted By
like2fiddle
It's too bad doing your own developing isn't an...
It's too bad doing your own developing isn't an option. You may very well find just what you're after using a Canon 50/1.4 and D-23 two bath developer along with Tri-x.
Forum:
Photogs / Photo Exhibits
12-31-2009
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306
Al Kaplan has passed away :(
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21,689
Posted By
like2fiddle
My condolences to his family. RIP Al.
My condolences to his family. RIP Al.
Forum:
Travel
10-12-2009
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37
How often do you need more than ISO 400 when travelling?
Views:
1,811
Posted By
like2fiddle
Along with what others have pointed to, I have...
Along with what others have pointed to, I have found that Tri-x for everything makes life much simpler. I shoot it at 200 (developed in Rodinal or D-23), 320-400 (D-23 or HC-110), or 800 to 1600...
Forum:
Technique: How To Shoot It
07-31-2009
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34
Which is better with a f1.4 lens and 400 ISO?
Views:
2,529
Posted By
like2fiddle
I know this wasn't an option you listed, but...
I know this wasn't an option you listed, but Tri-x @ 1250 and Diafine may give you more options.
Forum:
Tom Abrahamsson of RapidWinder.com
07-30-2009
Replies:
11
What's your opinion about the Summicron 35mm vIII?
Views:
1,515
Posted By
like2fiddle
I owned a v2 for a time, I believe it's the same...
I owned a v2 for a time, I believe it's the same optical formula as the v3, but I'm no expert on the subject. It was a wonderful lens... but traded it away because I still liked my 2.8 Summaron...
Forum:
Leica M Film Cameras
07-28-2009
Replies:
11
Help! Looking at an M3 and Summicron 50/2 today
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517
Posted By
like2fiddle
I'm not the one to give you advice on the...
I'm not the one to give you advice on the value/condition of what you're going to look at, but I just want to warn you that there's a very good chance that you will be immediately enamored with the...
Forum:
Technique: How To Shoot It
07-28-2009
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27
Shooting B&W - question
Views:
2,369
Posted By
like2fiddle
I like it too. All great advice. I've recently...
I like it too.
All great advice. I've recently discovered D-23, which is well-known to produce relatively low contrast negatives, and that's been my experience thus far. I use it as a two bath...
Forum:
Analog DarkRoom / Printing
07-28-2009
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16
a good darkroom thermometer?
Views:
2,218
Posted By
like2fiddle
I keep a several one gallon plastic jugs filled...
I keep a several one gallon plastic jugs filled and in the darkroom for use in photo developing. I have found that that allows me to do all chemistry at the same temperature. Small adjustments may...
Forum:
Analog DarkRoom / Printing
07-18-2009
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6
Diafine at 65 degrees F
Views:
623
Posted By
like2fiddle
My basement is a fairly constant 66-68 F and I...
My basement is a fairly constant 66-68 F and I develop everything at that range whether I use Diafine, D-23, Rodinal, or HC-110. (Same goes for prints)
Forum:
Film / Developing / Chemistry
06-30-2009
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15
Tmax 400 is really hard to spool
Views:
656
Posted By
like2fiddle
The other thing, besides moisture, that can make...
The other thing, besides moisture, that can make loading a plastic reel a headache is the cut of the end of the film. I find that when I take the time to round the end of the film going on to the...
Forum:
Zeiss Ikon ZM
06-30-2009
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7
A quick shot with the ZM + 50 f/1.5 Sonnar...
Views:
1,205
Posted By
like2fiddle
There's just something about the sonnar look that...
There's just something about the sonnar look that is really appealing in B&W especially. This lens seems just sharp enough without being too "clinical".
Forum:
Provide your Feedback
06-21-2009
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6
Upload error
Views:
721
Posted By
like2fiddle
Glad to see this here as I have not uploaded...
Glad to see this here as I have not uploaded anything for a long time because of the same problem. I didn't bother to pursue it because I always had to modify my photos to meet the size requirements...
Forum:
Rangefinder Photography Discussion
06-21-2009
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39
What makes Leica special with B & W imagery?
Views:
1,888
Posted By
like2fiddle
It has much to do with the lens, but as Al...
It has much to do with the lens, but as Al alluded to, it's not that simple. In my experience it has as much to do with the film, with developing, with printing, and probably more than we are...
Forum:
Cosina Voigtlander Bessa
06-21-2009
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7
Newbie - question on off-center focusing
Views:
442
Posted By
like2fiddle
Yes, just like an SLR, focus on the main subject,...
Yes, just like an SLR, focus on the main subject, recompose if you want to, and shoot.
Forum:
Film / Developing / Chemistry
06-20-2009
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24
Reducing Chemical Quantities
Views:
644
Posted By
like2fiddle
I agree with the powder vs. liquid option. Just...
I agree with the powder vs. liquid option. Just keep in mind that if you use only water for the stop bath, give the film a little extra time in there because you run the risk of running down your...
Forum:
Film / Developing / Chemistry
06-20-2009
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33
Making your own film...
Views:
1,372
Posted By
like2fiddle
Especially with the Arista (maybe Kodak) films...
Especially with the Arista (maybe Kodak) films for about $2 per roll.
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