[rollei_list] Re: question on operating and on screen for Rollei GX and Hood
- From: Craig Semetko <csemetko@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- To: rollei_list@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
- Date: Wed, 18 May 2005 16:42:23 -0700
Per,
This is some excellent info for a guy who just joined this forum. I
have had an Automat 4 (I think--75mm Xenar) for about three years and
love it, though I haven't used it nearly enough. I used it the other
day on a shoot of a comedy group going to the Edinburgh Fringe Fest
and we all loved the shots. Instead of being satisfied with what I
have, it made me definitely want to get something "better," as in,
namely, either a 2.8 Planar or Xenotar in 80mm so I could get a little
closer for portraits. Coincidentally, I had decided on a Rollie 2.8 "C"
and then I see your post, and I feel like I made a good choice! Thanks!
Anybody know what a 2.8 C with a Xenotar would go for approximately? In
good shape?
Thanks, and I learned something already the first day I'm here...
Craig
On May 18, 2005, at 4:19 PM, Per Einar Forberg wrote:
> "I think the GX feel somewhat different than the Automats I am used to
> handle - is it built better / worse than the old cameras ?"
>
> When it comes to Rollei TLRs, I've surprised myself many times on how
> emotional I am when it comes to using the TLRs.
> I'm that kinda guy who get worked up about reading and learning about
> bigger and better models of about anything. Certainly also when it
> comes to cameras. I've owned about 15-20 Rollei TLRs, and have 4 at
> the moment. After I fell in love with Rollei in general, and the
> TLRs, I've had this craving for some more advanced and "better"
> models. I've owned and used the most common medium format cameras,
> and a handful of the more odd ones. It's been like a long journey
> searching for that "right" camera to use and love - and not
> surprisingly Rollei was the solution for me. I've got a SL66E and
> 6008 Professional with extras, and feel that I need them both as they
> fullfill needs for different usage.
> These two cameras are almost top models within their series, and the
> only reason I haven't had the urge to replace them with their big
> brothers is that I really don't need the extra functions they provide.
> The TLR series is a much bigger family, and although I haven't owned
> and tried them all I've always believed I got the most important
> models. 3,5 F has been the model of my choise, and the most advanced
> and sofisticated model I've been able to afford. During the last year
> the secondhandprice on the 2,8GX has dropped a whole lot, or atleast
> there has been several good bargains available here in scandinavia.
> So the old urge to own a more advanced model came back to me. Two of
> my friends have obtained a 2,8GX during the last year, and I've had
> the opportunity to use and try the camera for myself. It's just
> totally wrong for me, and the only explanation I can give is that it
> just don't feel right. I was more or less surprised to experience how
> insignificant this advanced model was to me, even though I love to
> gorge in technicalities.
> I was even more surprised when I bought a 2,8C earlier. I bought it
> merely for that 10 bladed diaphragm, and thought of it to become a
> suplement to my 3,5F.
> I just love to use the 2,8C!!! I'm thinking of selling my other TLRs
> as the 2,8C fullfills my TLR needs (and my other MF Rolleis fulfill
> all other MF needs).
> And if anyone asks me why I prefer the less advanced 2,8C (which
> doesen't even have a meter), all I can say is: It just feels right.
>
> This is of course no answer to Rubens question, I just had to share
> my experience, and surprise, to how feelings play a huge part in my
> choise of TLR. Usually the possibilities and technical advantages are
> strong arguments when I invest in cameras (and electronics, computers
> etc), but when it comes to the Rollei TLRs - it's all down to
> feelings.
>
> Per Einar
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