Comments are always welcomed as I’ve learned quite a bit from reader feedback. As always, thanks for stopping by, and while you’re at it, feel free to visit my camera shop at http://www.ccstudio2380.com (CC Design Studios hosted by Etsy). – Chris Whelan
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The best addition to my camera collection in 2023. I’m a big-time Canon and Yashica collector, so getting into the Nikon brand has been a fun experience. Lots to learn, which has made it a challenge. Nikon F2A (F2 Photomic A) with a Nikkor 50mm f2 lens. Pictured with the AS-1 Flash Unit Coupler and AR-1 Soft Shutter Release. The F2 body is from early 1973, and the DP-11 metered viewfinder is from 1978.
Pictured is the Nikon Speedlight SB-16B, which is too big on the AS-1 adapter. When a flash head is this big, it’s best to go with a flash with a handle. The SB-16 features a bounce, swivel tilt head, and forward firing flash below the main flash. When mounted on the F2, the TTL flash feature is unavailable like it would be on the later F3. It’s still an automatic flash with two settings and a manual flash mode.The Nikkor 50mm f2 is a great lens – you don’t always need a faster lens when shooting with a higher ISO (ASA back then). I find it plenty sharp enough, especially at f4 and 5.6.
Do you have a new favorite Nikon? Thanks for stopping by, Chris
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Comments are always welcomed as I’ve learned quite a bit from reader feedback. As always, thanks for stopping by, and while you’re at it, feel free to visit my camera shop at http://www.ccstudio2380.com (CC Design Studios hosted by Etsy). – Chris Whelan
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Comments are always welcomed as I’ve learned quite a bit from reader feedback. As always, thanks for stopping by, and while you’re at it, feel free to visit my camera shop at http://www.ccstudio2380.com (CC Design Studios hosted by Etsy). – Chris Whelan
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Wishing everyone a “Happy Merry Christmas”! Thanks for all the fun we had together here on my blog and as always, hoping for a peaceful New Year. In the words of John and Yoko – “A very Merry Christmas And a happy New Year Let’s hope it’s a good one Without any fear”… Chris
Have a wonderful day.
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Comments are always welcomed as I’ve learned quite a bit from reader feedback. As always, thanks for stopping by, and while you’re at it, feel free to visit my camera shop at http://www.ccstudio2380.com (CC Design Studios hosted by Etsy). – Chris Whelan
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Comments are always welcomed as I’ve learned quite a bit from reader feedback. As always, thanks for stopping by, and while you’re at it, feel free to visit my camera shop at http://www.ccstudio2380.com (CC Design Studios hosted by Etsy). – Chris Whelan
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A couple of Minolta 35mm film cameras for your Sunday morning viewing pleasure.
Purchased in the summer of 1975 and still going strong.Purchased in the autumn of 2000. It’s hard to believe it’s been 23 years!
Do you have an all-time favorite Minolta camera? Do you still have it? By the way, I’ve put both of these classics in my camera shop at http://www.ccstudio2380.com. Thanks for stopping by, Chris
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Comments are always welcomed as I’ve learned quite a bit from reader feedback. As always, thanks for stopping by, and while you’re at it, feel free to visit my camera shop at http://www.ccstudio2380.com (CC Design Studios hosted by Etsy). – Chris Whelan
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In some circles, it was the best 35mm SLR for the money, and you were buying into a well-established SLR system with excellent Rokkor lenses. Maybe not as well thought of as the Nikon F and the Canon F-1, but certainly much more affordable. Here is a beautiful example of this model I recently purchased from its original owner – complete with the factory boxes, too!
Gorgeous 1970s tech.It looks and operates like new!Mint condition Rokkor lens, metal screw-in Vivitar hood, and a 55mm Hoya Skylight (1A) filter.Beauty shot.An excellent working exposure meter to go with the all-mechanical shutter. Classic.
Comments are always welcomed as I’ve learned quite a bit from reader feedback. As always, thanks for stopping by, and while you’re at it, feel free to visit my camera shop at http://www.ccstudio2380.com (CC Design Studios hosted by Etsy). – Chris Whelan
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My fun to use Kodak EasyShare M893 IS 8.1MP digicam.
Kodak EasyShare M893 IS.Kodak simple.Altocumulus is in bands across the Northeast Florida sky.Nice color, sharpness, and exposure. CCD sensor captures film-like images.Christmas cactus, macro, handheld.The Daikin is quiet and efficient. New as of September 2022.My neighbor’s ground-level satellite dish.It’s available in my camera shop at http://www.ccstudio2380.com
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From 1972, an early chrome nose model of this desirable lens.It’s super clean too – near perfect optics. A tribute to Canon’s lens designers.
Rare Canon FD 55mm f/1.2 Lens First Version Chrome Nose 1972 w/ Canon Front and Rear Caps – Mint Condition – Fully Tested – 7 elements/5 groups – 58mm filter mount
Comments are always welcomed as I’ve learned quite a bit from reader feedback. As always, thanks for stopping by, and while you’re at it, feel free to visit my camera shop at http://www.ccstudio2380.com (CC Design Studios hosted by Etsy). – Chris Whelan
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When collecting classic Canon gear from the seventies, the Mother Drive MF is a desirable addition for the original Canon F-1 (after serial number 200000) – not the later Canon New F-1 (1981). I’ve added this beautiful motor drive in my camera shop at http://www.ccstudio2380.com
It is in mint condition and is fully functional. Capable of shooting at up to 3.5 fps!It is a beautiful example of extraordinary Canon design and engineering.Shown here mounted to my F-1 and Servo EE finder. BTW, the finder is also available in my camera shop.
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