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ColSebastianMoran · 05-15-2012

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Originally Posted by farlymac

Usually, you only need one

This will be my last one. I can stop anytime I want.

What's that about a 12 step process?

pschauss · 05-15-2012

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Originally Posted by farlymac

Usually, you only need one,
PF

On my last trip, I took two, a Rolleiflex Automat and a Flexaret, so that I would not have to stop and reload film at an inconvenient time. That worked fine until the frame counter on the Rolleiflex got stuck at "5". Then I was glad that I had a backup.

PMCC · 05-15-2012

Interesting site: http://medfmt.8k.com/mf/yashica66.html

Full of dead links, but the live ones make for interesting TLR surfing. Be mindful of undertow and riptides.

PMCC · 05-20-2012

Phooey. It appears the link is now disabled.

Ezzie · 05-20-2012

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Originally Posted by unixrevolution

I own the Yashica 635 TLR and I find it to be a great little camera. Compact and easy to carry, for a Medium Format cam, and fun to use.

That, and people seem to love them. When, normally, people cringe when you point a camera at them, they jump into the frame when they see a TLR.

Well, at least if not jump into the frame, they at least don't jump out of it. It seems that a TLR fits the perception of the quintessential classic camera, people don't fint them intimidating. I really like taking them about town.

lynnb · 05-21-2012

Dave, here's another few sites
http://www.rolleiclub.com/cameras/tl.../A-F_tlr.shtml
http://www.siufai.dds.nl/Rolleiflex35_TLR.htm
http://camerapedia.wikia.com/wiki/Main_Page
http://www.rangefinderforum.com/foru...threadid=33611
http://www.rangefinderforum.com/foru...hreadid=111544

A 3.5F has been on my GAS wishlist for ages. Whenever I look at MF photos in the gallery or threads I know that one day I'll have to get one.

cheers,

damien.murphy · 05-21-2012

Lovely cameras, just the camera is often a work of art. That said, I would try one before deciding to buy, as tlr's have a lot of fans here as you see, but what you often don't hear of are those that do not get on with tlr's, of which there are quite a few also. So before dropping any cash, or drooling any further, would maybe see which camp you fall into. I have a lovely Rolleicord VA, and love the negatives, but will admit I have a long way to go before I am comfortable shooting it, and it is not one of the first cameras I reach for. That said, it is such an object of beauty, I always struggle to bring myself to consider selling it. Well, that and the square frame, as the only other 6x6 games in town are either very pricey (Hasselblad) or have more risk or risk/expense that I am comfortable with attached (MF Folders, Mamiya 6).

dave lackey · 05-21-2012

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Originally Posted by lynnb

Dave, here's another few sites
http://www.rolleiclub.com/cameras/tl.../A-F_tlr.shtml
http://www.siufai.dds.nl/Rolleiflex35_TLR.htm
http://camerapedia.wikia.com/wiki/Main_Page
http://www.rangefinderforum.com/foru...threadid=33611
http://www.rangefinderforum.com/foru...hreadid=111544

A 3.5F has been on my GAS wishlist for ages. Whenever I look at MF photos in the gallery or threads I know that one day I'll have to get one.

cheers,

GAS wishlist....I....am....doing...my....best...trying ....to...avoid...this...thread!...

hausen · 05-21-2012

Have had Rollecord for a month and just received Rolleiflex 3.5F II. Couldn't resist. Is amazing how much better feel it has than the 'cord.

Acidic_Lemon · 05-21-2012

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Originally Posted by hausen

Have had Rollecord for a month and just received Rolleiflex 3.5F II. Couldn't resist. Is amazing how much better feel it has than the 'cord.

I totally agree with you. I got my pre war Xenar and Tessar, but the sweetest spot is still my 3.5F model 2, a plus point would be it was also serviced by Harry Fleenor.

Crazy Fedya · 05-24-2012

I would also like to suggest Ikoflex. Their focusing is usually tight, and using them is getting used to, but theycan be had for around $100. I have one with 75mm f/3.5 CZ Novar.And the lens is no slouch. see for yourself. Picture taken @f/3.5

jwicaksana · 07-25-2012

Hi Dave, have you come into a decision yet? I was saving for a Leica M system, aiming to buy it by the end of the year. And all of a sudden I found myself bidding and winning a Rolleicord III. Huh. I guess this slope is way too slippery for me.

maddoc · 07-25-2012

As much as I like to look at a TLR (especially a Rolleiflex), as hard it is for me to get used to it after a longer break. Looking from the top down to a mirrored image is completely different than using a RF VF and taking a photo becomes more a question of mastering the camera than trying to get the shot. Nevertheless, I like my Rolleiflex.

pschauss · 07-25-2012

The first time I looked into the finder of a TLR (a Yashica A), I was hooked. Even though the image was reversed I realized that I had a much clearer idea of what the final picture was going to look like. Seeing it full size, with both eyes, not having to squint into a view finder, made composition much easier.

So now I have two Yashica-Mats (one does not work), a Rolleicord, Rolleiflex Automat, and a Flexaret. I don't actively look for them, they just keep finding me.

dave lackey · 07-25-2012

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Originally Posted by jwicaksana

Hi Dave, have you come into a decision yet? I was saving for a Leica M system, aiming to buy it by the end of the year. And all of a sudden I found myself bidding and winning a Rolleicord III. Huh. I guess this slope is way too slippery for me.

Hi, Jonathan...

No decision about buying one yet because I simply cannot afford to buy anything at the moment. Will I? Certainly planning on it down the road.

There are so many models, I am totally confused about these cameras. Maybe I will find some time to get a little research in over the next few months...or winter.

hausen · 07-25-2012

Mine just had a Maxwell screen installed and a CLA and what a difference. 'flex is heading to Switzerland with me on Sunday. Landscapes in square, love it.

PMCC · 07-25-2012

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Originally Posted by dave lackey

There are so many models, I am totally confused about these cameras. Maybe I will find some time to get a little research in over the next few months...or winter.

If you're starting from scratch, one place to begin is the 5-part Massive Guide to TLR Cameras that was reproduced in translation a few years ago on holgablog, but long since taken down. Fortunately, some thoughtful soul has archived all 5 parts, indexed here: http://www.goatkarma.com/articles/

A useful survey -- miles wide, inches deep -- but it gets the main points down. Those who wish to plumb the finer points of different Rolleiflex models or argue Autocord vs. whatever will not find much here. Still, a fun read.

Crazy Fedya · 07-25-2012

I have a few TLR's I will be listing in classifieds shortly. Mainly, Ciro-Flex with original hood and Rolleiflex Automat with Tessar. I might consider selling Autocord as well. Let me know, if interested, I will list them sooner.

jwicaksana · 07-25-2012

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Originally Posted by dave lackey

Hi, Jonathan...

No decision about buying one yet because I simply cannot afford to buy anything at the moment. Will I? Certainly planning on it down the road.

There are so many models, I am totally confused about these cameras. Maybe I will find some time to get a little research in over the next few months...or winter.

I just graduated from college, and I have little money myself. I did some research, and I ended up thinking that I will set a budget, find the nicest sample within that figure, and take her home

No need to worry about which specific model, they are all beautiful and they all work great I believe. What was on paper 5 decades ago may not be the same as the actual condition today, so I just pick the freshest one within my budget.

Just my $0.02, mate.

buzzardkid · 07-25-2012

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Originally Posted by Crazy Fedya

I will second Johan's suggestion about Ciro-Flex. Picked one up and was blown away. Sorry about the thumbnail, but I can't upload to Gallery today anymore.

Camera's that take shots like that will make somebody happy soon, I'm confident!

digitalintrigue · 07-25-2012

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Originally Posted by hausen

Mine just had a Maxwell screen installed and a CLA and what a difference.

You aren't kidding...

http://vimeo.com/couchmode/user37314...:date/46391099

dave lackey · 07-25-2012

Johan, that is a beautiful photo.

Crazy Fedya · 07-25-2012

I am sure it will, Johan.

Thank you, Dave.

dave lackey · 07-25-2012

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Originally Posted by Crazy Fedya

I am sure it will, Johan.

Thank you, Dave.

When the heck and where was this photo taken?

I am all about character images from, of course character lenses, but this is really distinctive.

Crazy Fedya · 07-25-2012

It was taken in my back yard last year. My daughter, Veronica, was about 2 1/2 years old. She was picking wild strawberries. She never lets them turn red.