Tag: slr
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My Second Encounter with the Russians: Zenit 3M!
written by michell on 2012-06-05 #gearSo here it is, my second encounter with the Russians! But this time, it's a single lens reflex (SLR) camera, the Zenit 3M! Read more about this camera after the jump!
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Pentax MX: A Small Wonder of the 70's
written by dux_x on 2009-03-17 #gearThis amazing Japanese mechanical camera was a hit, and Community member dux_x waxes poetic about his experience with the Pentax MX.
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The Praktica FX2 and the Birth of the SLR Camera
written by alex34 on 2012-05-31 #gearOnce, the rangefinder was king. Then in the late 1930s there appeared the primitive ancestor of the modern SLR, of which the Praktica FX2 is a perfect later (1950s) example. Read on more about the advantages and quirks of this early SLR after the break.
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Kodak Retina Reflex S: Family Values
written by zark on 2011-12-09 #gearThe Retina Reflex S is a 35mm SLR built by Kodak. It's a nice smelling, heavy, full metal camera, and by any means, a classic shooter. Let me take you on a journey with this Kodak SLR camera.
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Taking the Mamiya M645J for a Spin
written by mattydk on 2009-09-04 #gearWant to take your medium format habits up a notch? Then take this entry level 6x4.5 beauty to town and prepare to be impressed!
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Canon AE-1 - A Must for Any Photographer
written by syroneb on 2009-04-03 #gearVersatile, reliable, hands on, yet a little tech savvy... all you could ever need to get those creative juices flowing.
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Zenit 12 SD: An Awkward but Likeable Customer
written by alex34 on 2012-02-20 #gearThe Zenit 12 SD represents one of the last 'unbreakable' Zenit cameras, built like a tank. Unfortunately, it has a tendency to handle like one too, but once you master it the combination of reliability and excellent optics (58mm Helios lens) become persuasive.
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Canon FTb: A Great Teacher
written by duringmyheyday on 2011-12-05 #gearIf you're looking to learn more about the relationships between apertures and shutter speeds, the Canon FTb will be a great teacher.
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Nikon F-501
written by lolfox on 2010-04-17 #gearThe Nikon F-501 is heavy on 80's technology and what do you know, mine is still working fine! Its a clunky beast to carry around with you but this baby really knows how to satisfy.
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Canon EOS1000F
written by dazb on 2010-01-14 #gearThe Canon EOS100F is an entry-level 35mm film SLR. This camera won't appeal to everyone, and may not conform to the Lomography 'rules' - except "#10 - break the rules"! I have fun with it, and that's the main thing :)
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Zenit TTL - The Teddy Bear Tank
2009-07-30 #gearThis is my go-to camera when I need an extra bit of control. This SLR is heavy as a brick, clunky, and oddly comforting to hold. A bit of a tank. On the outside it looks much like it's older Zenit siblings, but it's the inside that counts.
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Zenit FS-122-2 (Fotosniper)
written by anarchy on 2009-05-31 #gearNo sir, it is not a weapon of mass destruction... It's a 300mm telephoto wonder!
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Lomography Tutorials: How to Repaint Your Beater Camera
written by cheeo on 2019-02-08 #gear #tutorialsDo you have a camera that has seen better days? Breathe new life into it by applying a new coat of paint!
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Olympus OM-10
written by joejag on 2010-12-21 #gearI picked this camera up in a charity shop for £10 (roughly $16) and it came with the body, a 35-200mm lense, a 28-85mm lense and a gigantic camera bag. Already a bargain! I then went to a local camera fair and bought 50mm lense and a 28mm lense
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The Crisp and Delicious Olympus OM-10
written by michell on 2012-07-02 #gear #peopleThe Olympus OM-10 handles amazingly easy, and yet, offers so many possibilities. You will definitely want to try this camera!
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Canon F1N SLR: Beauty, Precision & Durability
written by stouf on 2009-03-25 #gearIf you ever cross this 35mm SLR camera, you will hear her irresistible mermaid-like sound… She will call you again and again… And you'll know you won’t resist to her.
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Canon T50: Don't Think, Just Shoot!
written by -bas- on 2013-06-23 #gearI was a bit disappointed when I got this camera; it is almost fully automatic. Focusing and pressing the shutter button are the only things you have to do. After I loaded the first roll my mind has changed. The Canon T50 is a superb camera! Continue reading if you want to know why.
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Taking the Minolta XG-1 Out for a Walk
written by stratski on 2013-03-04 #gearFind out how this nifty shooter fares out in the wild in this review by one of our most resourceful Community Members, @stratski!
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Nikon EM: Pro on the Outside, Carefree on the Inside
written by renenob on 2012-05-03 #gear #peopleThe Nikon EM makes me look like a serious film photographer on the outside while remaining a carefree Lomographer on the inside.
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Nikon F80: An Awesome Camera with Unlimited Possibilities
written by antoniodezner on 2012-02-13 #gearThere are many wonderful cameras out there and some can do amazing stuff, but usually they can do only this or that. With the Nikon F80 you can do everything you can imagine, have fun and work like a pro! All in the same camera!
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Minolta X-370: AE-1, Step Aside.
written by tulle on 2010-11-19 #gearThe Minolta X-370 is an amazing SLR easy for beginners (and probably pros, but I wouldn't know.)
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Minolta X-300: A Beautiful Analogue Camera
written by legamin on 2012-05-17 #gear #peopleMeet the Minolta X-300, a beautiful SLR in the rough.
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The Nikon F5
written by mattcharnock on 2011-04-24 #gearHere's the much awaited decided sequel of the four way battle royale for the coveted award of “Best Camera From An In Law” So, LETS GET READY TO RUMBLE!!!!!!
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Flying the Canon Flag with the Canon EOS-1N
written by chilledvondub on 2014-08-26 #gear #peopleCommunity Member @chilledvondub shows their love for Canon cameras in this short review.
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Why the Canon EOS A2 is My Primary Camera
written by yeknom02 on 2010-10-10 #gearLomographer yeknom02 shares to us why the Canon EOS A2, a 35 mm SLR film camera, is one of the best cameras out there in this review.
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Lomopedia: Leicaflex SL2
written by cheeo on 2020-11-06 #gear #lomopediaIn this installment of Lomopedia, we take a look at the SLR that Leica reportedly sold at a loss and why it could be up for your consideration.
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Lomopedia: Contax S2
written by cheeo on 2019-05-10 #gear #lomopediaMechanical nuts, rejoice! Another beauty hits the deck for our Lomopedia series.
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Back to Basics with the Minolta SRT-101 SLR Camera
written by wangtacular on 2012-04-19 #gearWant to learn the basics of film photography? Try the Minolta SRT-101 as suggested by Community Member @wangtacular!
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Praktica L - a Deserving Piece of East German history!
written by azd1 on 2009-04-05 #gearThe Praktica L is an amazing camera, even after 32 years of use!
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Lomopedia: Praktica MTL 3
written by cheeo on 2014-09-08 #gear #lomopediaBuilt tough and shoots well, the Praktica MTL 3 is the camera of choice for photographers who are rough on their gear and who expect nothing less than reliable when it comes to SLRs.
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