It’s not an age I ever thought I’d see but here I am!
Interstate speed limit – 70!My first camera – Lake Mead, 1960Retirement day, March 1997. With Carol my wife of 50 years.With my Asahi Pentax 6×7
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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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I’ve decided to part with some of the more important cameras in my collection and this set certainly qualifies.
None better… Canon F-1 ‘Super Set’. Canon F-1 body (1978), Canon FD 55mm f1.2 Chrome Nose lens (1972), Canon Motor Drive MF with Grip MF, and finally a Canon Servo EE Finder. Everything is part of my collection and everything is working as designed. A tribute to Canon’s designers and engineers. I’ll be listing this set soon in my camera shop at www.ccstudio2380.com
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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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I’m just now getting over COVID-19 which is another reason to celebrate a ‘Happy SUNday’. 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
Please respect that all content, including photos and text, is this blog’s property and its owner, Yashica Pentamatic Fanatic, Yashica Sailor Boy, Yashica Chris, Chasing Classic Cameras with Chris.
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
Please respect that all content, including photos and text, is this blog’s property and its owner, Yashica Pentamatic Fanatic, Yashica Sailor Boy, Yashica Chris, Chasing Classic Cameras with Chris.
Rare Yashica dealer display ‘Yashica Sailor Boy’ 20cm size with green shoes. Made in 1962 by Modern Plastics Co, Japan. He’s in collector condition and he’s available in my camera shop at http://www.ccstudio2380.com
It’s time for another collector to add this rare find to their collection.
The green shoe ‘Sailor Boy’ is a full 8 inches tall. The smaller guy is 4 inches. My camera shop can be found 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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Jacksonville’s busy skyline and the St Johns River.
Samsung Galaxy S8+
Jacksonville, Florida – “The Bold New City of the South” aka the largest (by area) city in the U.S. 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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Canon AE Motor Drive FN for the Canon New F-1 which was released in 1981 as a follow-up to the hyper-successful original F-1 from 1971 and an update in 1976 (or so).
Capable of up to 5 fps!
Mint condition and fully tested – ready for you!
Eats film and batteries (12 AAs at a time)!
If you’re looking for a way to take your film photography to another level then check my motor drive out 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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Or, a ‘Plastic Fantastic’! I’ve always enjoyed using these well-built Canon point & shoot 35mm cameras from the early 1990s and this model is no exception. If you’re looking for a solid film shooter then this is it.
Also known as the Canon Autoboy Zoom 76 in Japan and the Prima Zoom 76 in Europe.A complete set from Canon (and me).
Modern Classic! From 1991 and still Made in Japan, a Canon Sure Shot MegaZoom 76 35mm film camera set. It’s one of my favorite Canon cameras from that time period. This one is in like-new condition – fully tested and ready for you. It features a super-sharp Canon 38-76mm f3.8 zoom lens (7 elements 7 groups). I’ve even included a new Panasonic battery – just add your favorite film. It’s available in my camera shop at www.ccstudio2380.com Follow me on Instagram @ccphotographyai Thanks, 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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I just received a new lens to try from 7Artisans. It’s not technically sold as a macro lens but is capable of a 1:1 life-size capture. Here is one of my first test images.
Fujifilm X-T2 with 7Artisans 60mm f2.8 II lens. Christmas cactus blossom.A bit closer to full macro. I believe I shot this around f8. My depth of field was extremely narrow.Closer still. Only a few of the yellow stamen are in focus. Closest focus is 175mm.
The full name of the lens – 7Artisans 60mm f2.8 II APS-C manual focus, prime lens. It uses Hoya ultra-low dispersion glass. 11 Elements in 8 Groups
Short telephoto prime is designed for APS-C-format FUJIFILM X-mount mirrorless cameras and provides a 90mm equivalent focal length.
Life-size 1:1 maximum magnification pairs with a 6.9″ minimum focusing distance to suit working with close-up subjects.
Manual focus design, along with focus distance and depth of field scales, aids in precise focusing control.
Floating elements design maintains consistent image quality and high sharpness throughout the focusing range.
A 9-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality.
De-clicked aperture ring offers smooth, silent rotation throughout the aperture range, making it ideal for video applications.
I purchased mine directly from an eBay seller in China and paid a comfortable $146 for it with free shipping. It’s a compact and well-built lens with a super smooth focus. Remember to get the upgraded Mark II V2 model.
Metal and optical glass – feels like a much more expensive lens.Scary close!
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
Please respect that all content, including photos and text, is this blog’s property and its owner, Yashica Pentamatic Fanatic, Yashica Sailor Boy, Yashica Chris, Chasing Classic Cameras with Chris.
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
Please respect that all content, including photos and text, is this blog’s property and its owner, Yashica Pentamatic Fanatic, Yashica Sailor Boy, Yashica Chris, Chasing Classic Cameras with Chris.
Chasing Classic Cameras with Chris 