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
Category: Photography
Zeiss 35mm f/2.8 C Biogon T* ZM Review
Whether it’s for work or leisure, the 35 mm focal length feels perfect (to me). It’s tight enough for portraits and photojournalism, while also being wide enough to show the environment around a subject, or to capture an impromptu landscape. The Zeiss 35 f/2.8 C Biogon T* ZM is a compact, lightweight, and highly reliable… Continue reading Zeiss 35mm f/2.8 C Biogon T* ZM Review
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