can i ask if you know which pentaprism from other cameras can be replaced with spotmatic sp1?
@ZhangHuaiwei7 күн бұрын
In China you can also find very good service man.
@ZhangHuaiwei7 күн бұрын
In fact, kiev4a from 1959 to 1964 or latest to 1967, is also in good quality, which is even better than cyrilic kiev 2. Your kiev4 is in bad quality (I guess it is produced after 1975)
@TheRobertpainter8 күн бұрын
I live my “baby”, Is there a trick to moving the flash sync switch? Mine seems stuck in flash, but I want to move it to bulb. Thanks
@robertnilsson8049 күн бұрын
Great cameras. I have a Kiev 2 and 4a both great condition. Shoot 2 rolls with my Kiev 2 yesterday actually with no problem at all, that thing just keeps going. My is also from `53 with the cyrilic font.
@wei2shoot798 күн бұрын
Nice! Enjoy!
@jasereyesАй бұрын
hi there- were you able to notice a different with your focusing issues after you cleaned it? thanks!
@wei2shoot79Ай бұрын
I wish I could say yes. It’s about the same.
@weizhang6979Ай бұрын
That’s awesome! Congrats! The m1 is a great street camera. You are set on the lenses!
@throtolАй бұрын
A couple of months ago I purchased an M1. Ironically, it is part of the "1050" - 1962 batch. I find that most of my pictures are taken at 10 feet or greater, so I do not have to worry too much about focus. I own several other cameras including the Bessa L which does not include a viewfinder. Over time you get used to calculating distance. Higher ISO film does help but is not necessary. I have three lenses, a 50mm, 35mm and 28mm (with its own rangefinder). I have been extremely impressed with the quality of the camera and the quality of my photos. I also own a first edition Leicaflex and share the lenses between the cameras. Thank you for providing the introduction to the Leica M1.
@andrewchen45282 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for the video. So clear and instructive. I'm having the same focusing issue because of the dust. Gonna follow your video and clean it myself.
@wei2shoot79Ай бұрын
Best of luck! Let me know how it goes!
@alfredbarten49012 ай бұрын
I've read that Rera Pan is respooled, probably Rollei film made by AgfaGeveart. I've read that. I don't know that for sure, but I suspect all 127 film today is respooled.
@xavierfumat75673 ай бұрын
I purchased this lens to use on my M240 and just could not figure out why it behaved weird while focusing up close! Though it was defective! Your video explains exactly what I could not understand which was range finder coupling stops at a certain spot. Did not feel the close up click until I saw your video! Thank you! Post more!
@wei2shoot792 ай бұрын
Awesome! Thanks buddy! More videos coming!
@xericxhallx3 ай бұрын
Crazy video to make and not actually disassemble it.
@wei2shoot793 ай бұрын
If you were to open your Yashica T4, following my instruction will get you take off the front panel. I wish I could show the actual removal, but I had just put it together and didn’t feel like I needed to redo what I did. If you have any question, please feel free to ask.
@jeli39533 ай бұрын
Your meter switch is out of adjustment. The meter is not supposed to turn on with the shutter button locked. My version 2 does not do that. But the release button for the exposure compensation dial (the button inside the prism release lever) will turn on the meter for about half a minute when it is pressed.
@wei2shoot793 ай бұрын
On mine, pressing on the release button on the exposure compensation dial does not turn on the meter.
@jeli39533 ай бұрын
@@wei2shoot79 Then you probably have a version 1, as originally that button did not turn on the meter.
@linjicakonikon76663 ай бұрын
I enjoy Canon rangefinders. I own 2 Canon VT and three Canon VT DELUXE cameras. Suburb build and satisfying controls.
@jebeq20073 ай бұрын
I have an LX and I think it's version 2, bases on your information. Unfortunately mine has the sticky shutter mirror problem and I am not able to use it. I have not been able to find a tech that is willing to repair it either. If you know some that can repair them I would apreciate it. Thanks
@milesian13 ай бұрын
I really like the styling and operation of the T90. It's a super cool model, and the FD lenses are excellent. I'm just guessing, but are you originally from northern China? Based on your accent that's my guess.
@wei2shoot793 ай бұрын
Yep, good guess! :)
@milesian13 ай бұрын
@@wei2shoot79 講英文還是有點東北腔啦,哈哈!
@wei2shoot793 ай бұрын
@@milesian1 Can’t help it. That’s not even where I came from. Amazing, right? Haha.
@wei2shoot793 ай бұрын
Looks like you are from TW or HK.
@markielinhart3 ай бұрын
You know nothing mate! There’s no plastic in a q. They’re all made from magnesium!!
@wei2shoot793 ай бұрын
Okay. :D. My Q titanium, feels like plastic. Maybe it’s the paint? It feels different than what I remembered with the black Q.
@studioatlanta4 ай бұрын
I loved my T90 back win the Day!
@wei2shoot794 ай бұрын
I mean that’s the more advanced FD body you can get! :)
@marshalltravis32174 ай бұрын
Buddy I just got 1 today at a camera show. And it has the battery holder problem too. It has a little bit of corrosion too. I am hunting for a battery compartment replacement.
@wei2shoot794 ай бұрын
Congrats! Corrosion can be carefully cleaned out as long as the metal contacts are still there. The battery holder may be harder to finder with good price. They are probably the same price as a parts camera.
@brennenf4 ай бұрын
Inevitable.
@wei2shoot794 ай бұрын
I think if I were buying one without any repairs, I would probably be done with just one.
@WRCzATL4 ай бұрын
All K1000s have a split-image rangefinder... the SE screen is special because it's a 45º angle split. And the Fujica has a lock pin to enable full-aperture metering with their EBC Fujinon lenses, a feature that was expected by the early '70s. That's basically why Pentax moved to the K-mount.
@wei2shoot794 ай бұрын
All my SE have horizontal split image. I has not seen the 45 degree split on a K1000 SE before.
@theapplguy4 ай бұрын
I sent a Baby Rollei to Harry Fleenor, but it was returned saying they assumed I miss-typed its description.., they don’t service Baby Rollei’s anymore- so now I’ll send it to Camera Service in Atlanta! But I have a Grey Baby Yashica 44 with a Hand Crank that mirrors my Rolleiflex-T in operation! 127 film is harder to find but easy to develop (I develop mine in a Estonian AGO Developer/Paterson Tank!
@wei2shoot794 ай бұрын
That’s a good idea. Mine needs service too. Yes, Harry doesn’t work on the baby, the T and Magic models.
@Kitsaplorax4 ай бұрын
I used to own a 35SE! I could never find filters for it. Great camera.
@wei2shoot794 ай бұрын
Awesome! The SE is great! Yes, the filter size is too small and not typical size.
@husnulanwari4 ай бұрын
for bessaflex is it really magnesium alloy or plastic or combination on both?
@wei2shoot794 ай бұрын
As far as I can tell, the top and bottom plates are magnesium alloy. The camera overall feel pretty rigid and light weight.
@husnulanwari4 ай бұрын
@@wei2shoot79 how bout the middle part? the one with kind of leather
@wei2shoot794 ай бұрын
@@husnulanwari Feels like magnesium. The camera doesn’t flex.
@user-zg4cz7hr6c4 ай бұрын
Might be ugly but they really work well - a GREAT camera. I hesitated as I thought that maybe the meter would give problems. No issue at all the Rolleimagic is a REALLY GOOD camera that sits well under the radar!!
@richardgormley60854 ай бұрын
Do not depress the timer on that Fuji, never use the timer. It will end in disaster.
@wei2shoot794 ай бұрын
Great idea! I won’t. :)
@andrewcomerford94114 ай бұрын
To be fair, the likes of Hasselblad and Rolleiflex give you 16 on 120 at 6x4.5, but most manufacturers give you 15 (puts less strain on the mechanism).
@wei2shoot794 ай бұрын
I see. Thanks for the information!
@OriginalTLab30004 ай бұрын
The only problem I had with a Fuji 645 is a sticky rangefinder on my GS645S. Nothing you have to worry about ;o] The MTL 5 unfortunately needs a mercury battery PX625 or a Wine Cell. With LR or SR batteries, the meter will give you false readings. You probably know that already. The Bessa TM is a dream! I don't think actually replacing the mirror will be much of a problem. However, adjusting it precisely will be difficult. Good luck! Looking forward to seeing whether it worked or not. This camera definitely deserves to be repaired! Never had a T90. I really like the design by Luigi Colani. (The only FD Camera I've ever had was a AE1 Program that I've lent to a friend in the 90's. She went on a backpacking trip in Ireland, and one day, she left the camera in her tent, unattended, while going for a hike. When she got back, it was gone. Thechnically, she still owes me a camera and 28, 50 and 135 mm lenses.)
@wei2shoot794 ай бұрын
I think my friend's had the same issue. Sticky rangefinder. I don't know what he did for fixing it. Next time I see him, I will ask him. Yes, I know about the battery issue. For these manual mechanical cameras, I just use the light meter app on my phone. I agree, adjusting mirror will need some precise work. I think as long as the angle of the mirror is not changed, the focusing accuracy will be fine. On the Olympus parts camera, I will ask the repairman to double check the position of the mirror before removing it. I think the mirror on the Bessaflex will be at the same location. The T90 is pretty cool, at least I think so. The actually camera is thinner than the EOS-1. I think it's probably the most advanced camera for the FD mount. I also have a Canon F-1 original. That camera is pretty solid but I think the T90 has better focusing accuracy. I'm sorry about your Canon AE-1, you may have to ask him to get you the replacement :)
@OriginalTLab30004 ай бұрын
@@wei2shoot79 The sticky rangefinder is easy to fix. Only three screws and the winder knob hold the camera's top. One slider on the left hand side has to be cleaned and maybe oiled. The rangefinder can then be adjusted vertically and horizontally with two screws. But I brought my GS645S to the repair shop anyway, because it is somehow my most important camera and I prefer the pros to work on it. Not because I use it that much or because it so good (which it is). Well, I haven't been on a proper vacation since 1999. And one day I thought: If I could only take one camera an a vacation with me, which one would it be? I chose the GS645S and every time I hold it, it's like a promise that one day I will see Japan or the Carpathian Mountains or the Scottish North Coast. And when I finally go there, that camera has to be ready.
@philmtx3fr4 ай бұрын
Nice model… sorry photographer :)
@wei2shoot794 ай бұрын
I agree. She is an awesome model.
@stusrambles4 ай бұрын
Great vid thanks @wei2shoot. I mostly use a Fujica 705w coupled to an SMC Takumar 1.4. The Fujica's focusing screen is amazing. - no scratching on the lens from the pin. I also have a Spotmatic SP2 but I prefer the Fujica just for the focusing screen.
@wei2shoot794 ай бұрын
Yes, I agree. The Fujica focusing screen is awesome. I think it’s probably the best one for the screw mount that’s not the Bessaflex.
@smsellars4 ай бұрын
Both beautiful examples of German engineering 😎
@fistfulloflenses5 ай бұрын
Often wondered about the pentax lx , thanks for the information
@63MacGuy5 ай бұрын
Too long
@christopherfritz95805 ай бұрын
I've had an SP1000 since I first got into photography, and I still love to use it. A seriously underrated camera. Great quality, feel, looks, dependability, simplicity, and lens selection. It is challenging, and you have to really know photography to use it to full advantage, because it doesn't do anything for you, but what it does, it does very well. When you get a keeper shot with an SP1000, you've created something.
@wei2shoot794 ай бұрын
I agree. As long as the camera works as designed, the rest is up to the photographer and his/her artistry. Enjoy!
@AFluffyMobius5 ай бұрын
Nice over view, thanks. Do both of your LX's sound loud? Mine must be worn out because it sounds a little sloppy. I haven't had an image come out bad yet on mine though. I had a Nikon F3 and it felt nice in the hands but actually using it was not as fun for me. Particularly the LCD screen, really washed out in bright sunlight.
@wei2shoot794 ай бұрын
@@AFluffyMobius Yes, that's right. There is a LCD on the upper left, showing the shutter speed. Can be useful when shooting the camera in Aperture priority mode.
@weizhang69795 ай бұрын
I think for the manufacturer, as long as the look and feel the same, they were not stressed about changing the model numbers. For a working pro, there are many factors / specs they need. I know some working pros back in the day sworn by their Contax 645.
@AR-vf7vg5 ай бұрын
Made during 21 years, 9 variations, with the same name ??? I never understood (back "then") why it was so little known ! So now with that I understandv even less. (Minolta XM I finally got the (right?) hint that they suffered week shutter curtain) (I was pro with Nikon F2, F3, F4,F5, After they had stopped production, I was amazed by Canon's F1 (overF1n) feel of it, so impressive, yet also was quite "unknown". I also thought sometimes Olympus OM 3 Ti should really have been on my radar then, with (however only) some 3-4 specific lenses), but it never occurred to me. Pentax however had such many openly aficionados, but never with this one. Because of untidy-looking (casted) numbers on the dial? Next to Leica R, Contax (Yashica) was the one looking like overtaking for the 'lonely serious' out-of-the-box photographers...
@Dehancer5 ай бұрын
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@weizhang69796 ай бұрын
That’s great to hear! Back in the day, it was easier (relatively) to find someone who can work on it and with spare parts. Now, I don’t know who can do service them in the US.
@Nerdzombiedisco6 ай бұрын
I switched to this camera after my Widelux developed issues. Cheers!
@weizhang69797 ай бұрын
Not yet. Thanks for the reminder. I will have it out soon. I have this one roll of film I have been dying to finish. I will need to do that first so I can open the camera.
@chilicrabbabe7 ай бұрын
Is part 2 of the video out?
@johnlagoda97737 ай бұрын
I sent my rollei baby to Camera Service Co Inc out of Atlanta, Georgia. They adjusted all my shutter speeds and cleaned it for me. My favorite photos are the ones i took at night with my rollei baby.
@user-bk2by9uz4z7 ай бұрын
Very useful, thanks
@Bill_Hunt8 ай бұрын
**Yawn**
@markhudon24958 ай бұрын
I personally believe the lens is a great lens but Leica pricing is set to discourage the average camera owner from putting their lens on a 300 dollar camera.
@ALWH13148 ай бұрын
I have both, Zf is not smaller or lighter than Df.
@davidyager25799 ай бұрын
Thank you. That was helpful.
@RANDassociatesinc9 ай бұрын
Yes, so far I have converted 5 Leica R to F Mount. I’ve found that each lens has a slightly different mechanism so i had to be careful. Beyond that…the results have make the effort very worth it! Leica R glass is AMAZING!! Huge step up in image quality!