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  1. <p>Thanks to everyone for the comments and advice.<br> <br /> To further clarify an issue regarding the Porta film option, I understand that there is more than one version of Porta film these days; any thoughts on which is best?<br> <br /> It also seems that it makes the most sense, and that it is generally cheapest, just to have the entire roll scanned when processed, or do people think otherwise?<br> <br /> Thanks again,<br> <br /> -Danny.</p>
  2. <p>I should clarify something from my original posting: in the past my preference for slides came from the logic "that I could ultimately print what was worth printing or desired to be shared that way, so it was cheaper to work in the slide format when doing a lot of shooting, much of which never needed to be put on paper; and I could get higher speed slide films than print films." The fact that films such as Porta now exist which either come in high speed versions or can be pushed when needed might be a good reason to change my thinking on that issue. As well, scanning has sort of replaced the logic of proof sheets or proof prints as a way to choose which photos are desired for printing.<br> <br />Also, there seems to be a consensus that modern print films are more forgiving than slide films with regard to exposure flaws, which I should probably also consider, particularly when using camera meters in the 20 to 40 year old range. Or, am I mistaken in that regard?</p> <p>-Danny</p>
  3. <p>I am resurrecting my old 35mm film cameras and was wondering what the best options are for current 35mm slide and print films. In the past, my preferences were high speed Ektachrome for slides (often pushed to 400) and Porta 400 ASA for prints. In both cases, I shoot and shot more often indoors (preferably without flash) than out and my preferred subjects are people, as opposed to objects and landscapes.</p> <p>My understanding is that Ektachrome is no longer available, so I would definitely need a substitute for my slide work. I always liked the results I got with the Porta, but am open to other possibilities if there is now something better. For whatever it is worth, I will be having the film scanned when processed, so if a particular film or format (slide vs. print) is better in that regard, please let me know.</p> <p>Thanks,</p> <p>-Danny.</p>
  4. <p>I have had a little success, but it is still very difficult to open the camera. I have tried lubricating it from the top down, from the bottom (within the camera), and the slide mechanism on the side. The end result is that it can be opened, but still requires an unusual amount of force to do so. </p> <p>Any other ideas?</p> <p>Thanks,</p> <p>-Danny.</p>
  5. <p>John -</p> <p>I do not see anyway to unscrew the handle. I have tried to get a tiny but of lubricant under the handle but do not have any results yet.</p> <p>-Danny.</p>
  6. <p>I have a Minolta SRT-101 that I finally want to start using it again, but have the following problem: when I try to pull up the film winder knob in order to open the camera back and load film, the knob will not move. I do not want to apply too much force or use tools to pull or pry it up, so I was wondering if anyone else has faced this issue and can offer a solution?</p> <p>Thanks,</p> <p>-Danny.</p>
  7. <p>Cory -</p> <p>No problem, I appreciate your effort. Fact is, I entirely missed that link when I went searching, which is why I ended up posting the question.</p> <p>Thanks,</p> <p>-Danny.</p>
  8. <p>Actually, it is not 55mm. I tried tried the 55mm filter from my Minolta MD 50mm f1.4 lens, and it is clearly too big, not by much, but enough to matter. I am guessing that the correct size is just a little bit smaller than 55mm, but I do not have any other filters in that range to try. Moreover, I do not have easy access to transportation, so I need to try to figure this out without going to a camera store.<br> <br /> Thanks,<br /> <br /> -Danny.</p>
  9. <p>Can someone tell me what size filter is required for the Minolta MC Rokkor - PF 55mm f 1.7 lens?</p> <p>Thanks,</p> <p>-Danny</p>
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