Happy FUNday!

January 12, 2018January 12, 2018Chris and Carol Leave a comment

The end of a long work week (for some) and the start of a busy and fun weekend (for some). We hope to get out and about this weekend for some picture taking as we’ve got two cameras loaded with film and ready to go.

Ash in the studio having some fun!

The two film cameras we’re looking to use this weekend? How about a c1956 Nicca S-3 rangefinder and a 1998 Yashica-Kyocera Profile 4000ix APS camera! The Nicca has some Fujicolor 800 loaded and the Yashica has Fujifilm 200 expired APS film.

We’ll post our pics as soon as we can.

The Fujifilm 200 APS film cartridge being loaded in the Yashica Profile.

The decidedly weird Yashica Profile.

Thanks for stopping by!

C&C ^.^

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Camera as Sculpture

January 8, 2018January 8, 2018Chris and Carol 4 Comments

An absolutely stunning camera straight out of the late 1990s – just before the digital revolution took firm hold and sleek camcorders were all the rage. A Yashica-Kyocera Profile 4000ix Zoom APS film camera.

Yashica Profile 4000ix 30-120mm 4x Zoom APS Film Camera in Blue Pearl – 1998

Actually has a glass aspheric lens made by Kyocera. The APS could format 3 image sizes – C – Classic 4×6 H – HDTV 4×7 P – Panorama 4×12

Takes (1) easy to find CR123A 3v lithium battery and still available (although expired) APS film that can still be developed by many online photo labs. Autofocus, Autoexposure, Red-Eye Reduction and 5 Mode Auto Flash.

It features a crazy design and is super small but it fits your hand quite well. If you want to give APS film a try we highly recommend that you find a Profile 4000ix as your camera platform. Don’t confuse this model with the 35mm half-frame Yashica Samurai. Yashica did make an APS camera just like this one and called it the Samurai just to confuse the heck out of everyone and then quickly adopted the Profile name.

It has a nice bright viewfinder that changes with zoom. The reputation of this camera is good with most people liking the images that are produced. Remember, APS images take a bit to get used to and we recommend that you not have the lab print your images and instead have them scanned. Since APS film is no longer produced what is available has all expired so look for the film with the latest dates on it (I think I just got some “new” Fujifilm 200 with an expiration of 2007).

Thanks for stopping by and be sure to share your APS experiences with us here on the blog!

C&C ^.^

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Happy SUNday!

January 7, 2018January 7, 2018Chris and Carol 1 Comment

A Happy SUNday to all –

Mr. Krabs’ armored truck leaving the Krusty Krab.

Hope y’all have a beautiful day!

C&C ^.^

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Canon ELPH Jr. – 1997

January 2, 2018January 3, 2018Chris and Carol 4 Comments

Canon ELPH Jr. APS point & shoot ultra-compact camera – September 1997

This camera set is available at our online store at https://www.ccstudio2380.com

Canon ELPH Jr.

Ultra tiny camera from Canon near the start of the APS introduction. It may have had a list price of $299.00 !!! That’s some serious coin even by today’s standards!

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It’s a solid, well-designed camera with a crazy amount of features packed into such a small lightweight camera.

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APS film is still readily available today and can be developed and scanned by the top online processors. We’ve never used an APS camera so we’ll give this one a try. I’d like to check out the panorama format plus this camera has a relatively fast f2.8 wide angle lens.

A scan from the instruction booklet – specs

Samsung Galaxy S8+ vs. Canon ELPH Jr.

Have you used an APS camera in the past? If so, let us know what brand and model and if you were happy with it. Thanks a bunch!

Chris

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Fujifilm Endeavor 310ix Zoom – Compact APS Film Camera

January 2, 2018January 2, 2018Chris and Carol Leave a comment

Another “Modern Classic” and “Plastic Fantastic” from the late 1990s. These sophisticated cameras became the mainstay of the industry before the onslaught of the first wave of useful low-end digital cameras.

Fujifilm 310ix Zoom

Part of Fuji Photo’s popular Endeavor series of APS cameras. The 310ix is equipped with a Super-EBC Fujinon 24-70mm power zoom lens and a host of other advanced features typically only found in the APS format.

This wonderful camera is in its original straight from the factory condition – never used and fully working.

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Some of the accessories that are included in this kit are a Fujifilm branded camera cloth in its bright “Fujifilm green”, a remote control that could be attached to the neck strap and used to fire the shutter, nylon neck strap, complete instruction booklet and a roll of Fujicolor 200 APS film (expired 2000).

The camera takes (1) CR123A battery which also provides power to the date/time and title functions. Here you can see part of the keypad used to set the printing functions.

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One of the functions of this camera is the ability to change film mid-roll and to switch to panorama mode. It has a solid feel to it with some heft and the build quality seems strong. APS films are no longer made but there are plenty of expired rolls available online through auction sites and the traditional online “monster from the jungle”.

You can purchase this wonderful camera at our online store at https://www.ccstudio2380.com

Thanks for your visit!

Chris

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From chaos sprouts beauty

December 28, 2017December 28, 2017Chris and Carol 4 Comments

A rescued Christmas cactus rewards us with its delicate beauty.

Looking neglected at a local big box home store, Carol rescued this cactus – it rewards us with beautiful blossoms and lovely leaves of deep green. Here captured in the studio with our Fujifilm FinePix S9900W set on chrome color slide film simulation.

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Nature’s sculpture – revealed.

Thanks for stopping by! Have a lovely day!

Peace, Chris & Carol ^.^

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Merry Christmas!

December 24, 2017December 25, 2017Chris and Carol 4 Comments

All the best, Chris and Carol ^.^

We hope that 2018 can be a year for compromise and accords – not bombs and killings and polarization. As John and Yoko said, “Give peace a chance”.

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‘Cheeky’ – Weekly Photo Challenge

December 9, 2017December 25, 2017Chris and Carol 2 Comments

Not a term I would normally use, but maybe this Yashica ‘Sailor Boy’ fits the bill as cheeky.

Yashica’s advertising figurine from 1962.

Chris

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flower dreams

December 4, 2017December 25, 2017Chris and Carol 5 Comments

Christmas cactus in the studio…

One of our favorite blossoms – each flower is different from the next and differs from day to day. This beautiful cactus is in our indoor window garden and right on a cue, it’s putting on a show for Christmas.

Fujifilm FinePix S9900W – soft focus

Chris

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firefall

November 20, 2017November 20, 2017Chris and Carol Leave a comment

Studio Camera: Samsung Galaxy S8+

Be sure to visit our online store at https://www.ccstudio2380.com for some neat stuff.

Remember… we are active buyers of unique photo gear (especially Yashica and Fujica) and would gladly love to see what you have. You can contact us at chriscarol@ccstudio2380.com

Chris

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Chasing Classic Cameras with Chris

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Happy FUNday!

The end of a long work week (for some) and the start of a busy and fun weekend (for some). We hope to get out and about this weekend for some picture taking as we’ve got two cameras loaded with film and ready to go.

Camera as Sculpture

An absolutely stunning camera straight out of the late 1990s – just before the digital revolution took firm hold and sleek camcorders were all the rage. A Yashica-Kyocera Profile 4000ix Zoom APS film camera.

Happy SUNday!

A Happy SUNday to all –

Canon ELPH Jr. – 1997

Canon ELPH Jr. APS point & shoot ultra-compact camera – September 1997

Fujifilm Endeavor 310ix Zoom – Compact APS Film Camera

Another “Modern Classic” and “Plastic Fantastic” from the late 1990s. These sophisticated cameras became the mainstay of the industry before the onslaught of the first wave of useful low-end digital cameras.

From chaos sprouts beauty

A rescued Christmas cactus rewards us with its delicate beauty.

Merry Christmas!

‘Cheeky’ – Weekly Photo Challenge

flower dreams

firefall