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by melek
Thu Jul 04, 2024 12:36 pm
Forum: The Fix-It Forum
Topic: Super Wester Rehab Questions...
Replies: 47
Views: 4828

Re: Super Wester Rehab Questions...

You know, it's almost like it's sliding off of the helical, but it isn't because it re-engages. If it was off the helical, you wouldn't think that it would re-engage each time. I'm eager to see what you learn.
by melek
Sat Jun 29, 2024 8:34 pm
Forum: Square and Half-Frame
Topic: Pentax 17
Replies: 10
Views: 2363

Re: Pentax 17

I used to scan all of my 35mm on an Epson flatbed. I also have an older HP Photosmart S20. It allows you to readjust the frames. Once I complete the roll and get it processed, I'll answer that question. Regarding that depth-of-field chart, I immediately wondered if that was at a particular aperture,...
by melek
Sat Jun 29, 2024 4:47 pm
Forum: Folding Cameras and Plate Cameras
Topic: NKK Super Wester
Replies: 20
Views: 3325

Re: NKK Super Wester

I like that camera, and it's nice to get one once in a while that isn't a basket case. I'm looking forward to seeing some of the photos.
by melek
Sat Jun 29, 2024 11:57 am
Forum: Square and Half-Frame
Topic: Pentax 17
Replies: 10
Views: 2363

Re: Pentax 17

pentax17_viewfinder_1440.jpg I like that you can see the little pictograms in the viewfinder, but I still find myself checking the distance scale under the lens. I haven't committed to memory the distance represented by each pictogram. There's only so much room in my head to remember things. The fr...
by melek
Sat Jun 29, 2024 11:52 am
Forum: Square and Half-Frame
Topic: Pentax 17
Replies: 10
Views: 2363

Re: Pentax 17

Thanks! I thought I would give it a try. It's the first new film camera in a decade or so. Generally, a well made camera with a bit more plastic than I would like. The lens is a triplet, and I'll mention that in my followup video. It's an unusual mix of digital and traditional features. There are tw...
by melek
Sun Jun 09, 2024 11:18 am
Forum: Words/No Words
Topic: Red-Winged Blackbirds In Focus
Replies: 11
Views: 11586

Re: Red-Winged Blackbirds In Focus

I now have a newfound respect for anyone who does bird photography. That requires so much patience and timing. So, great stuff here.

I recall seeing the first red-winged blackbird decades ago and how excited I was to finally see one.
by melek
Wed May 15, 2024 7:34 pm
Forum: Off-Topic Chatter — 'Sound Off' Here
Topic: USPS to lauch a set of stamps in honor of Ansel Adams
Replies: 12
Views: 13692

Re: USPS to lauch a set of stamps in honor of Ansel Adams

The Postal Service has charged my card, and it looks like the stamps and field books are on the way.
by melek
Wed Apr 24, 2024 3:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Camera recovered from Aconcagua glacier after 50 years
Replies: 5
Views: 11980

Re: Camera recovered from Aconcagua glacier after 50 years

This was a very interesting story. The cold and dry weather certainly preserved the color film.
by melek
Wed Apr 24, 2024 9:47 am
Forum: Off-Topic Chatter — 'Sound Off' Here
Topic: USPS to lauch a set of stamps in honor of Ansel Adams
Replies: 12
Views: 13692

In addition to the Ansel Adams stamps ...

The U.S. Postal Service also is offering an Ansel Adams field notes notebook:
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USPS website link

ALSO, you can pre-order both the stamps and the notebook on the USPS.com website.
by melek
Tue Apr 23, 2024 7:16 pm
Forum: SLRs and Rangefinders
Topic: The Contarex 50mm is pretty amazing
Replies: 6
Views: 3476

Re: The Contarex 50mm is pretty amazing

I've shot a bit of film with that lens and have always been pleased with it.