Remembering some great times together. Stay safe everyone and stay happy (if you can). Family is everything but baseball is a close second. ^.^
Thanks for stopping by! – C&C
Author Chris and Carol
random post – expo 67 Montréal
One of my first cameras – Kodak Instamatic
Poster: Rendez-vous à Montréal—Bring your camera! / Affiche : Rendez-vous à Montréal – Apportez votre appareil!
So 1960s!
Hostess uniforms of Expo 67 / Uniformes des hôtesses d’Expo 67
I still have the camera and somewhere I have my Expo 67 Passport. I was 13 years old when me and my mom went. We stayed in an apartment in Montreal for two weeks – lots of fond memories.
Technically my first camera. I got it for Christmas 1963 and I’ve taken hundreds of images with this thing over the early years. It still works!
Thanks for stopping by! – Chris
Rare Nicca lens cap – 1958
Nicca’s one-off lens cap for their last 35mm rangefinder camera mid-1958. The cap fits the Nikkor-H 5cm f/2 lens that was pretty much the standard lens for Nicca. The Nicca in the background with the traditional cap is my 3-S.
BTW, the black cap is made from brass and weighs 12 grams whereas the silver cap is aluminum and weighs 10 grams.
The distinctive all caps block lettering style of this black cap was a major departure from Nicca’s traditional silver script style which was presented in the spirit of Leica. You can see in the ad below that it matches the style of the name on the top plate of the camera.
This ad (above) is from Mikio Awano’s article in the September 1978 edition of Japanese magazine, Camera Collectors’ News. The magazine’s text at the bottom translates as “Nicca III L, 1958 September, Asahi Camera”. For more about this interesting camera, please visit my good friend Paul Sokk’s excellent site on Nicca.
The Nicca III-L was the last camera made by Nicca before their acquisition by Yashica in early 1958. Below is an example of the style of the last box.
Carol and I do not have an example of the Nicca III-L in our collection. They are super hard to find, extremely rare actually so very few show up on auction sites. If you know of someone who has one please have them contact us as we would be interested in obtaining one.
Thanks for stopping by and be sure to visit our camera shop at http://www.ccstudio2380.com
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Yashica 635 – shoot 6×6 cm and 35 mm all in one TLR
Back in 1958 (May-June) Yashica released or introduced the inventive model 635 twin-lens reflex (TLR) camera to the export markets. It would be a short while before the camera would make its debut in Japan.
The only film it couldn’t shoot was movie film!
This one is from one of the first batches of cameras made in June 1958. Its serial number puts it at the 231st made. It was purchased new by the original owner at the RAF Changi base in Singapore.
Close-up view of the 35 mm conversion kit that originally came with the camera.
A general idea of how to install the 35 mm film cartridge and kit.
A gem from 1958.
As Carol and I continue to downsize our camera collection we’ve made this camera and kit available in our online camera shop at http://www.ccstudio2380.com
If you’re looking to get into medium-format film photography and still want to use 35 mm film to make color transparencies (slides) this is a perfect combo camera to invest in.
Thanks for stopping by and feel free to hit us with an offer if you’re so inclined. Chris & Carol
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wordless wednesday
Welcome to Fernandina Beach, now go home!
Signs of the times. All of the beaches on Amelia Island are now closed to humans. More than likely a good thing as few were complying with the government request to practice social distancing. This is one of our busiest times of the year with Spring Breakers, tourists, and folks from nearby Georgia, but we all must do what we can to stop the spread of COVID-19. Stay safe wherever you are! C&C ^.^
Lots of signs and seagulls – no people.
Thanks for stopping by and y’all stay well.
In the Shop – New this Week!
Hi all! I hope everyone is doing well and staying safe and happy. It’s best to keep your spirits up during these uncertain times. Here are some new items in the shop at http://www.ccstudio2380.com
There are lots of neat stuff in the shop so pop on over to http://www.ccstudio2380.com and check them out. Also, if there’s something you’ve been looking for please ask – we may have it and it’s just not listed yet.
Thanks a bunch! – Chris & Carol
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Yashica’s Electronic Marvel
The Yashica TL Electro X was one of Yashica’s most successful 35mm SLR out of a line-up that included many winners but also plenty of losers. The TL Electro X made its debut in the fall of 1968 (October) and was produced until early 1974. Many thousands were made over that span and although we have many examples in our collection, this is the only one that still has its original box.
This one is from May 1969.
The dealer display card states “World’s First SLR With IC Computer”. This example is fully functioning including the built-in electronic TTL exposure meter (TTL – Thru The Lens). I imagine that the ‘TL’ in the name relates to where the meter is located.
The Yashica TL Electro X is a fun camera to use and the metering system is easy to master. They’re readily available through online auction sites and clean, working examples can be found at comfortable prices. Caution is needed if the seller says they’re not sure if it works as the alkaline 6v battery (A544) is available for under $5 so there’s no reason not to test the camera and meter before listing it.
The Auto Yashinon-DX f/1.7 50mm lens that’s standard with most TL Electro X’s is plenty fast enough with medium speed film and I’ve always found it to be sharp enough at all apertures. The body takes M42 screw mount lenses of which there are still plenty to go around.
If you’re looking for a great camera to get into film photography than we highly recommend this model.
Thanks for stopping by and be sure to visit our camera shop at http://www.ccstudio2380.com
Chris & Carol
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Fujica GW690 – A big shot from Fuji Photo Film Company
The Fujica GW690 6×9 Professional camera by Fuji Photo Film Company. Mine was made around 1978 and it’s still going strong today. It’s one of the most affordable (and plentiful) larger medium-format film cameras available.
The Fujica is a fixed-lens rangefinder that takes (6) D cell batteries – it could take 6 batteries as it’s big enough but there’s no built-in light meter and the shutter is mechanical so no need for batteries.
3 lbs 2 oz (1,1414 grams) without film.
This is a big, no crazy large camera with a super sharp EBC Fujinon 90mm f/3.5 lens. The lens is made up of 5 elements in 5 groups. The leaf-shutter is a Seiko #0 with B, 1-1/500.
Yashica TL Electro X ITS with a huge Tomioka 55mm f/1.2 and the ‘Beast’.
My TL Electro X ITS with its super-fast Tomioka 55mm f/1.2 lens is big and heavy but not Fujica heavy. The Yashica weighs in at 1,019 grams which is heavy enough. Size and weight do not make a camera great – the size of the negative and the quality of the optics are the foundation of true greatness and this camera delivers
Direct scan of the 6x9cm negative. No post-production.
Direct scan of the 6x9cm negative. No post-production.
I’m very pleased with the camera and lens and I’m equally pleased with the Fujifilm Neopan 100 Acros black and white film. If you’re looking to get into the 6×9 format then I recommend you give the Fuji a try.
Thanks for stopping by! – Chris
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Happy SUNday! – Classic Disney
How many millions have cruised on these boats?
One of my favorite images from our many trips to The Magic Kingdom. We used to refer to the castle as ‘Cindy’s House’.
Seldom seen view of Cindy’s house. Where did all the people go?
Have a beautiful day and thanks for stopping by! Chris & Carol
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