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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Panasonic DMC-ZS7 12.1MP CCD digicam.Panasonic DMC-ZS7 12.1MP CCD digicam.Since 2010, this awesome CCD digicam is still kicking out super sharp images. Equivalent 300mm zoom lens too. Both of these images are unretouched with no post-processing.Amelia’s mermaids.Leica Vario-Elmar lens.
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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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Imperfect daisy, perfect picture.Panasonic DMC-ZS7 Lumix – 12.1MPSuper sharp camera and lens – 2010 – still made in Japan.
Key Features
12.1 Megapixels
Leica 12x Optical Zoom Lens
True 25mm Wide Angle
3″ LCD
GPS Geotagging
High-Speed Autofocus
Optical Image Stabilization
Intelligent Scene Detection
High Sensitivity (ISO 6400)
HD Video Recording (AVCHD Lite)
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 is a full-featured, compact digital camera with full high-definition video recording built-in. CCD image sensor.
12x Optical Zoom Leica DC Vario-Elmar Lens
Leica optics are world-renowned for their high quality and exceptional value. Coupled with the LUMIX DMC-ZS7, the 12x Optical Zoom Leica DC Vario-Elmar lens provides dramatic wide angle to telephoto coverage. This range represents an incredible 35mm equivalent of 25-300mm. From landscapes to portraits, macro to sports action shots, this optic ensures first-class image quality in an ultra-convenient focal range.
I hadn’t had the opportunity to use a Panasonic camera from this era before and after a few test pics I can say I’m impressed. 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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It’s been a busy and productive week meeting with clients. Lots of photo gear to “play” with and lots of new cameras to go on a photo walk with.
I scored a recently hard-to-find fresh roll of this awesome Kodak film. Not to be outdone by the ColorPlus I bought a roll of this classic from Kodak (fresh through 2024).A Mamiyaflex C2 is in good working order. I have the interchangeable lenses for it waiting in the wings and a fresh roll of Kodak Portra 400.I picked up this gorgeous Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 12.1MP camera. It’s a blast to use and produces stunning images (I haven’t turned on the GPS yet).If only! I purchased three Mamiya sales brochures that I just had to have (since I don’t actually own the cameras).Although it’s not made by the original Yashica I had to have this “cheesy” camera anyway!I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to add this stunning Canon to my collection.Last but not everything, this like-new Canon Sure Shot 85 Zoom Date 35mm compact point & shoot film camera with a crazy sharp lens.
There’s actually more to show but I’ll leave those for a bit later. Thanks for stopping by and have a great day! – 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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Thanks for stopping by and have a beautiful day! – Chris and Lindsay
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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 recent acquisition from a neighbor reveals a terrible surprise.An otherwise good-looking Minolta flash is likely useless after the batteries inside leaked.
We’ve all seen it. You open a battery-powered device only to discover that those not-so-inexpensive AA batteries look like a science experiment gone bad in your favorite piece of photo gear. It doesn’t take long (I’ve seen batteries start to leak in as little as six months). In this case, however, my neighbors left them inside for over twenty years!
What a mess! I had to pry these out with a screwdriver.
Make it a point to check all of your battery-powered gear at least twice a year – better still, always remove the batteries and store them away for your cameras. 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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A beautiful example of this interesting camera from Yashica.
With its original box and still looking like new.The LM 44 had a built-in light meter (LM) and used 127-roll film.Produced from 1959 to 1965. It was much smaller than a 120-roll film TLR.
If you’re interested in these collectible twin-lens cameras (TLR) from Yashica remember that they use the now discontinued 127-roll film vice the common 120-roll film. I understand that there are ways to re-spool 120 films on 127 film rolls. 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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