I sold mine (below), twenty years ago, as I moved into digital. The whole system went to a gentleman in Tokyo. Hope he's still using it.
I just picked up an LX. Also have the 43mm fa limited. Just started my first roll (Ektar). The camera handles very nicely. The biggest adjustment in using it so far is determining the the proper shutter speed based on the LED readout from the light meter. I don't know why that is but at any rate, excited to shoot with this.
axestrata wrote:
I just picked up an LX. Also have the 43mm fa limited. Just started my first roll (Ektar). The camera handles very nicely. The biggest adjustment in using it so far is determining the the proper shutter speed based on the LED readout from the light meter. I don't know why that is but at any rate, excited to shoot with this.
All of the pro cameras of that era are awesome. F3, F1N and LX. The LX meter interface is not my favourite of the three cameras. I think the Canon nails that. I tend to just shoot the LX in auto mode (same with the F3 which doesn't have a great meter interface in manual). Remember that negative film has a huge latitude, so as long as the exposure is close enough its not worth stressing about.
axestrata wrote:
Oh, wow. Another intriguing camera that has me sprinting to ebay...
Shot this w my Veriwide 100. Quick ‘scan’ of the film on my lightpad taken w my iphone.
If you are looking for a Veriwide 100, the things to look out for is the film transport works properly, and the strap lugs are solid/secure. Those are way underbuilt and easily pop out. This is why I never use them, but use a camera strap attached to the tripod mount.
andrewd01 wrote:
All of the pro cameras of that era are awesome. F3, F1N and LX. The LX meter interface is not my favourite of the three cameras. I think the Canon nails that. I tend to just shoot the LX in auto mode (same with the F3 which doesn't have a great meter interface in manual). Remember that negative film has a huge latitude, so as long as the exposure is close enough its not worth stressing about.
Agreed, those were the days! I couldn't afford a Pro body at the time, so "made do" with an FE2 (to this day, the only camera I bought new). I always lusted over the LX system as I was attracted to the small size and my first camera was a borrowed Pentax ME Super, but over time I became locked-in to the F-mount due to lens acquisitions, and eventually purchased a minty F3/T "champagne", so I finally joined the Pro Club. The metering system of the F3 is clearly inferior to the FE2, but I loved the solidity and quality of the F3/T and the flexibility of all the finders and excellent motor-drive.
Still, the F3/T and all its wonderful accessories rests with my FE2, both relegated to the shelf by my Df. And when I want to shoot film it's with a Plaubel Makina 670.
grantgoodes wrote:
Agreed, those were the days! I couldn't afford a Pro body at the time, so "made do" with an FE2 (to this day, the only camera I bought new). I always lusted over the LX system as I was attracted to the small size and my first camera was a borrowed Pentax ME Super, but over time I became locked-in to the F-mount due to lens acquisitions, and eventually purchased a minty F3/T "champagne", so I finally joined the Pro Club. The metering system of the F3 is clearly inferior to the FE2, but I loved the solidity and quality of the F3/T and the flexibility of all the finders and excellent motor-drive.
Still, the F3/T and all its wonderful accessories rests with my FE2, both relegated to the shelf by my Df. And when I want to shoot film it's with a Plaubel Makina 670. ...Show more →
andrewd01 wrote:
All of the pro cameras of that era are awesome. F3, F1N and LX. The LX meter interface is not my favourite of the three cameras. I think the Canon nails that. I tend to just shoot the LX in auto mode (same with the F3 which doesn't have a great meter interface in manual). Remember that negative film has a huge latitude, so as long as the exposure is close enough its not worth stressing about.
I actually considered the other systems you've highlighted. Timing and intrigue ultimately lead to me to try the MX and LX. MX for it's size and mechanical elegance, and the LX for it's design and features (ie. OTF metering). I also love the fact I can adapt m42 mount lenses. With regards to determining exposure with the LX, I will probably accept either using the A mode or not be so worried about exact shutter speeds like you wisely suggested. Cheers!
Desmolicious wrote:
Shot this w my Veriwide 100. Quick ‘scan’ of the film on my lightpad taken w my iphone.
If you are looking for a Veriwide 100, the things to look out for is the film transport works properly, and the strap lugs are solid/secure. Those are way underbuilt and easily pop out. This is why I never use them, but use a camera strap attached to the tripod mount.
Desmolicious wrote:
Shot this w my Veriwide 100. Quick ‘scan’ of the film on my lightpad taken w my iphone.
If you are looking for a Veriwide 100, the things to look out for is the film transport works properly, and the strap lugs are solid/secure. Those are way underbuilt and easily pop out. This is why I never use them, but use a camera strap attached to the tripod mount.
ocean2059 wrote:
Your Viewwide 100 is in such a nice condition! I have been looking for one but can't seem to find any in usable condition.
Most I’ve seen have really led a rough life. I think they were used by pros for group photos etc.
Mine came from the owner of Paul’s Photo in Torrance (my local shop) where the dood behind the counter mentioned the owner was selling off his film collection, and maybe there was something there I would find interesting!
One look through that VF sealed the deal!
Desmolicious wrote:
Most I’ve seen have really led a rough life. I think they were used by pros for group photos etc.
Mine came from the owner of Paul’s Photo in Torrance (my local shop) where the dood behind the counter mentioned the owner was selling off his film collection, and maybe there was something there I would find interesting!
One look through that VF sealed the deal!
Nice! It looks like it's hardly been used. I stopped by our local camera store, District Camera at Burke Virginia, to pick up some film today. The store just got about over 20 film SLR bodies to the inventory, but no medium format bodies.
