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+1...I always use them with b&w film. I shoot...

+1...I always use them with b&w film. I shoot panchromatic films and have yet to try an ortho emulsion.

Forum: SLRs - the unRF

1 Week Ago

Replies: 19

Nikon Firmware to become "Lease-Only"?

Views: 517

Posted By rpsawin

Nah...it makes the guys in the unmarked SUV's...

Nah...it makes the guys in the unmarked SUV's with the tinted windows a bit nervous.

Forum: Leica M Film Cameras

1 Week Ago

Replies: 5

where have the screws gone?

Views: 267

Posted By rpsawin

A few of the loose screws have landed here...lol

A few of the loose screws have landed here...lol

Forum: Technique: How To Shoot It

1 Week Ago

Replies: 2

Lens recommendation

Views: 240

Posted By rpsawin

Good question! My guess is "lunch".

Good question! My guess is "lunch".

Forum: Technique: How To Shoot It

1 Week Ago

Replies: 2

Lens recommendation

Views: 240

Posted By rpsawin

Lens recommendation

I think a 21 or 25 would have worked better....

Forum: Simon Says -- SimonSawSunlight Photo Technique

2 Weeks Ago

Replies: 72

what hinders you?

Views: 1,837

Posted By rpsawin

Security fences, Rent-A-Cops and inadequate...

Security fences, Rent-A-Cops and inadequate funding.

Forum: Photogs / Photo Exhibits

2 Weeks Ago

Replies: 38

Ok, here I go

Views: 894

Posted By rpsawin

Congrats on the show!

Congrats on the show!

Forum: SLRs - the unRF

2 Weeks Ago

Replies: 45

Hasselblad to cease production of V system cameras

Views: 1,707

Posted By rpsawin

It's interesting to me that the sale of Kodak's...

It's interesting to me that the sale of Kodak's Personal Imaging division and Hasselblad's announcement about ending production of the V system happened on the same day.

Kodak provided the start up...

Forum: Film / Developing / Chemistry

3 Weeks Ago

Replies: 25

White spots on negatives, any ideas?

Views: 435

Posted By rpsawin

Go to a storage store and buy a garment bag. They...

Go to a storage store and buy a garment bag. They are clear plastic, zip up and are $12- $15. They can hold several strips of film. It will make a difference.

Good luck!

Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion

3 Weeks Ago

Replies: 30

Trying to buy a VF on ebay - my God

Views: 1,406

Posted By rpsawin

You might try contacting Sherry Krauter at...

You might try contacting Sherry Krauter at http://www.sherrykrauter.com/
She often has odds and ends...worth a try.

Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion

4 Weeks Ago

Replies: 30

Wow, I'm in the local paper!

Views: 926

Posted By rpsawin

Great write up and congrats on the show!

Great write up and congrats on the show!

Forum: Micl Photo Acc / Bags/ Meters / Tripods etc

4 Weeks Ago

Replies: 6

Shoulder bag with tripod attachment?

Views: 333

Posted By rpsawin

If budget is not a concern check out...

If budget is not a concern check out the:

http://www.artisanandartist.com/bags/acam11000.htm

Forum: W/NW Words no Words.

04-12-2013

Replies: 424

W/NW B&W Landscapes

Views: 31,906

Posted By rpsawin

Skagit River Valley Backroad M7II 65mm Lt. Yllw....

Skagit River Valley Backroad
M7II 65mm Lt. Yllw. Filter
Fomapan 100 in Rodinal 1+50

Forum: Photography General Interest

04-12-2013

Replies: 17

I need your advice

Views: 466

Posted By rpsawin

Digital cameras are consumer electronics items....

Digital cameras are consumer electronics items. Just look back on what happened with computers/life cycles and you will see the what is in store for you if you attempt to "stay current".

I have two...

Forum: W/NW Words no Words.

04-12-2013

Replies: 219

W/NW Boats

Views: 15,151

Posted By rpsawin

Seakayaker, Nice shot...well done.

Seakayaker,

Nice shot...well done.

Forum: Film / Developing / Chemistry

04-10-2013

Replies: 9

silver in film

Views: 515

Posted By rpsawin

At the very least It will vary based on...

At the very least It will vary based on format/length and type of emulsion. Certain "old school" type films have a higher silver content than modern type film. You may be able to find this info out...

Forum: Photography General Interest

04-03-2013

Replies: 51

If they made me camera-Czar. . .

Views: 1,160

Posted By rpsawin

I would require that for every hour spent in...

I would require that for every hour spent in online photo groups a photographer must spend three hours taking photographs. Non- compliance with this rule would mean you could no longer call yourself...

Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion

03-26-2013

Replies: 13

shooting near the sea . . . bad?

Views: 479

Posted By rpsawin

It would be a good idea to wipe them down after a...

It would be a good idea to wipe them down after a day of shooting as a precautionary measure.

Forum: 120 RF's

03-26-2013

Replies: 10

Need some help tracking down info

Views: 470

Posted By rpsawin

This may be of some...

This may be of some help:
http://www.certo6.com/cameras/zeiss-ikonta

Forum: Film / Developing / Chemistry

03-26-2013

Replies: 15

Faint black line at the top of my photos

Views: 438

Posted By rpsawin

Pardon me if I missed something, but have you...

Pardon me if I missed something, but have you looked closely to see if that line is on the negative for sure and not just showing up when scanned?

Forum: Travel

03-26-2013

Replies: 14

Photo Op/Store suggestions for Seattle/Portland?

Views: 322

Posted By rpsawin

In Seattle stop by Glazers Camera. It's in the...

In Seattle stop by Glazers Camera. It's in the south Lake Union district. For shooting locations my personal favorites include the Pike Place Market, the Olympic Sculpture Park and Fishermen's...

Forum: Fuji X-Pro1 / X-E1

03-23-2013

Replies: 28

(we) had fun in vancouver

Views: 766

Posted By rpsawin

Joe, I really enjoyed the b&w shots most. Looks...

Joe,

I really enjoyed the b&w shots most. Looks to me you are well on your way to creating memorable images.

Forum: Film / Developing / Chemistry

03-21-2013

Replies: 16

You can't be a film junkie and not love this!

Views: 783

Posted By rpsawin

I knew there was quite a process involved to...

I knew there was quite a process involved to produce an animated film but had no clue just how much was involved. These people really did amazing work that still holds up today.

Forum: Leica M Film Cameras

03-21-2013

Replies: 25

Lens on M4-P (almost) fell off

Views: 924

Posted By rpsawin

I had a similar experience when I was first...

I had a similar experience when I was first learning to use my M6. I almost jettisoned a 90mm Tele-Elmar into Puget Sound. I learned quickly to always confirm the lens was on tight and to keep digits...

Forum: Leica M Film Cameras

03-20-2013

Replies: 49

Poll: 50 and 28 OR 50 and 35?

Views: 2,950

Posted By rpsawin

My current M2 kit is a 35mm Summicron, 50mm...

My current M2 kit is a 35mm Summicron, 50mm Summicron and a 90mm APO Lanthar. When I use ,y MP I use a 25mm Biogon, a 40mm Nokton SC and a 75mm Color Heliar.

Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion

03-20-2013

Replies: 136

one camera, one lens, one film: what would you choose?

Views: 3,533

Posted By rpsawin

M2, 50/2 Summicron (4th version) and Delta 100.

M2, 50/2 Summicron (4th version) and Delta 100.

Forum: 120 RF's Modern

03-19-2013

Replies: 87

Just got a Mamiya 6

Views: 4,026

Posted By rpsawin

Congrats Chris...good to hear life is good!

Congrats Chris...good to hear life is good!

Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion

03-17-2013

Replies: 20

Using M system for professional landscape work

Views: 911

Posted By rpsawin

Another option would be the new Leica M240. If...

Another option would be the new Leica M240. If need you can adapt just about any lens to it ( most likely you could still use your Canon lenses) or you can use it like any of the digital M's. the...

Forum: 120 RF's Modern

03-14-2013

Replies: 1,819

Medium Format ... long may it live!

Views: 292,985

Posted By rpsawin

Ft. Casey Whidbey Island, WA M711 80mm FP4+

Ft. Casey
Whidbey Island, WA
M711 80mm
FP4+

Forum: W/NW Words no Words.

03-08-2013

Replies: 223

W/NW Ruins...Derelinquere....Abandonments

Views: 13,497

Posted By rpsawin

Ft. Casey Whidbey Island WA State Gun battery...

Ft. Casey
Whidbey Island
WA State

Gun battery overlooking Puget Sound.

Forum: Photography General Interest

03-08-2013

Replies: 71

Can I see a Pic of Your Pet?

Views: 1,816

Posted By rpsawin

My wife and I do rescue work with parrots. Pepper...

My wife and I do rescue work with parrots. Pepper is one of our recent "clients". She's a very smart, interactive bird with a decent vocabulary. She also burps, imitates a hacking cough and makes a...

Forum: Film vs Digital

02-26-2013

Replies: 33

thinking of leaving DSLR for film

Views: 1,436

Posted By rpsawin

Excellent advice...spot on. By developing as you...

Excellent advice...spot on. By developing as you go you will amaze yourself with the growth of your skills as a photographer.

Good luck on your journey.

Forum: W/NW Words no Words.

02-26-2013

Replies: 106

W/NW-birds

Views: 5,326

Posted By rpsawin

West Seattle Park

West Seattle Park

Forum: Leica M Film Cameras

02-26-2013

Replies: 3

lens Cleaning?

Views: 340

Posted By rpsawin

Sherry will do an excellent job...simply the...

Sherry will do an excellent job...simply the best. No one else touches my gear.

http://www.sherrykrauter.com

Forum: Bill Pierce - Leica M photog and author

02-25-2013

Replies: 44

Conspicuous Consumption

Views: 1,745

Posted By rpsawin

I found this article and it relates to the...

I found this article and it relates to the topic...

http://m.guardiannews.com/artanddesign/photography-blog/2012/dec/28/leica-m-e-rangefinder-photography

Forum: Cosina Voigtlander Images

02-24-2013

Replies: 9

CV 75mm lenses

Views: 540

Posted By rpsawin

I have the 75/2.5 and use it on both digital M...

I have the 75/2.5 and use it on both digital M and film M bodies. It is one of my favorite lenses. I find the fov perfect for my "tele" purposes. I find the images from this lens very pleasing and of...

Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion

02-22-2013

Replies: 17

tri-x 400 lab problem or me?

Views: 480

Posted By rpsawin

You can also talk to the lab and ask them what...

You can also talk to the lab and ask them what type of developer they use for processing b&w and if other developers are available. It could be that controlling the chemicals used may help the...

Forum: Photography General Interest

02-22-2013

Replies: 20

I Hate Fences

Views: 716

Posted By rpsawin

I agree and place power lines as a close second.

I agree and place power lines as a close second.

Forum: Leica M Film Cameras

02-20-2013

Replies: 20

Can sweat in my hand corroad M bodies?

Views: 859

Posted By rpsawin

Maybe if you lived in Chernobyl for awhile...

Maybe if you lived in Chernobyl for awhile...

Forum: Fuji X-Pro1 / X-E1

02-16-2013

Replies: 78

Choosing a Fuji over Leica

Views: 4,056

Posted By rpsawin

After you have done your on-line research and...

After you have done your on-line research and have some ideas/options as to what you want to do may I suggest you go to a camera store and actually handle the cameras so you can determine the fit &...

Forum: RFF News

02-16-2013

Replies: 53

Welcome New Mods!

Views: 2,254

Posted By rpsawin

Welcome and thanks to all for your time and...

Welcome and thanks to all for your time and efforts.

Forum: 120 RF's Modern

02-15-2013

Replies: 17

Mamiya 7 meter no reliable - alternative..Handheld or Digital Camera?

Views: 1,196

Posted By rpsawin

These guys are the...

These guys are the best:
http://www.precisioncameraworks.com/

You may want to consider doing a full c.l.a. at the same time. They will most likely ask you to send your lenses along as well. It's...

Forum: Repair / Camera Care

02-15-2013

Replies: 3

leica rangefinder M 2#3 repairs needed

Views: 236

Posted By rpsawin

Try Sherry Krauter at Golden Touch Camera...

Try Sherry Krauter at Golden Touch Camera Repair:
http://www.sherrykrauter.com/

Forum: RFF News

02-13-2013

Replies: 61

Winner 21/1.8 Voigtlander Contest

Views: 2,895