This short blog article is a small collection of Fujicolour PRO 400H C-41 medium-format film photographs, shot on a Rolleiflex model 3.5 K4A from 1951. The Rolleiflex TLR is my favourite 120 format camera design. I previously used a Hasselblad and 80 mm lens for the better part of three years. My Rolleiflex 3.5 A… Continue reading Rolleiflex 3.5 A with Fujicolor PRO 400H film
Category: Analog
Rolleiflex Rolleinar 1 Bay 1 review with examples from modern film
The Rolleinar close-up lens has become a staple piece of equipment that I carry in my camera bag. A convenient leather case allows for quick storage and retrieval of the Rolleinar, which is useful in many situations. After aligning the lenses correctly (larger lens on top with dot aligned upwards, smaller lens on bottom in… Continue reading Rolleiflex Rolleinar 1 Bay 1 review with examples from modern film
Rolleiflex 3.5 K4A review with examples from modern film
Earlier this year I had the chance to purchase an excellent-condition Rolleiflex 3.5 (K4A) with full set of filters (coloured, U/V, etc.), a Rolleinar close-up lens, everready case, leather bag, and original papers for a total of $635 AUD ($445) on eBay. It was a great opportunity and an even better deal. The image-taking mirrors… Continue reading Rolleiflex 3.5 K4A review with examples from modern film
Shooting Kodak Double-X (Eastman 5222) in Ukraine
Kodak Double-X (otherwise known as Eastman Double-X 5222) is a reliable black-and-white cinema film adapted to suit the 35 mm camera frame size. This film is considerably ‘rare’, and not commonly stocked. I used this roll of Kodak Double-X during my last trip to Ukraine. Combined with my Leica M3 and Planar 50 f/2.0 I… Continue reading Shooting Kodak Double-X (Eastman 5222) in Ukraine