The Canon P - Popular Perfection

<p>Wow! Great presentation Louis. When I see cameras like these I always wonder why 'someone' can't produce a basic and classic RF like these today. Then I wake up from my dream and realize that with the short production runs and low demand they would probably cost 5 grand for a body and 50mm f2 lens.</p>

<p>Heck, just correcting for inflation indices, that $146 in 1958 is $1088 in 2010. But, inflation indices understate the true inflation, since the "constant basket of goods" they compare is not really equivalent, the quality keeps going down. (Is a 1976 Maytag washing machine as durable or long-lasting as anything you can buy today? Nope!)<br>

It could be re-made cheaper than those two recent limited-edition Nikon rangefinder reissues, as the design really is simpler. But not a lot cheaper.</p>

 

<p>Thanks for all the feedback, guys. It's very much appreciated. </p>

<p>Well, I've run out of superlatives but they all apply to this post. What wonderful pictures from an absolutely beautiful camera. I think my favorite is "A Yellow Flower on a Table" as it is simplicity at its best. Thank you for another superb post, Louis.</p>

<p>Thanks Andy. Please forgive my typos:<br>

level = lever<br>

luchtime = lunchtime</p>

 

Gorgeous - both camera and pictures !!

<p>Makes me want one!</p>

<p>My favorite camera. With an assortment of screw mount lenses I have lately been using a Canon 50mm 1.8, a Juptier 3, and a Canon 35 2.8 . Sadly I don't achieve your fine results! Like the man said" practice practice, practice." </p>

<p>My favorite camera. With an assortment of screw mount lenses I have lately been using a Canon 50mm 1.8, a Jupiter 3, and a Canon 35 2.8 . Sadly I don't achieve your fine results! Like the man said" practice practice, practice." </p><div></div>

<p>Sure enjoyed the photographs. Thanks.</p>

<p>My feelings towards this camera seem almost cliche when perusing the comments - but I guess its hard to expect anything else when an instrument such as this comes along: elegant, timeless, simple... I love this camera. I have never had the pleasure of shooting one, and only handled one briefly at a camera show - but I would be shocked if something that embodies the "form follows function" principle so well did not work as well as it looked.</p>

<p>Louis, this was a wonderful write up, but I have to tell you - amidst the multitude of great pics, all of which could be the pride of most photographers, the yellow flower rises above. I kept coming back to that photograph over and over, and every time I find something else to love about it. The composition is amazing in more ways than one - not only in the simple, basic (albeit oh so important!) aspect of geometric relationships that most of us think of when the word "composition" is used, but also the use of light and shadow as part of that composition, complimenting the shapes and arrangement of the objects, taking on a life of its own as an element in its own right. But... the part that really stands out is the use of colour - perhaps because it is an area I find sadly lacking in my own photographic acumen - but I think that only serves to underline its excellence to me, an excellence that is so apparent to everyone, I am sure. It is accurate to say that the yellow flower has me green with envy:) Kudos, Mr. Meluso and thank you for sharing all these gems, the camera, the other pics - but especially that one!</p>

<p>Nice camera, indeed. You take some nice product shots, Louis. :-) I love the close-up of the lens. Very, very nice. Otherwise the best shots are the barn loft door, the bowl of squashes, the yellow flower and the motorbike engine.</p>

<p>Red Robin, I have no doubt that with practice you will be taking pictures just as good as Louis'. Just by looking at the best ones here (which I've pointed out) one can learn HEAPS. As far as I'm concerned I'm impressed by Louis' disciplined composition. All you have to do is 'copy' them. :-)</p>

<p>Impeccable presentation as usual Louis, just love your shots, and especially the "product" photos. I used to have a Canon VIT, with the rapid wind on the base, wish I hadn't sold it!</p>

<p>Great post and images, truly enjoyable Louis. I love the portrait of Winston.</p>

<p>Just great. I wish I hadn't seen this... now I'm already looking for one on the auction site, as if I need yet another body!</p>

<p>I'm gladly immune to classic camera LBA so I can look at your beautiful postings without fear Louis :-)</p>

<p>Lovely images. Some absolutely stunning. I really liked the one of your friend Winston. He looks a lot like my favourite jazz pianist Ahmad Jamal.</p>

<p>Thanks again, all, for stopping by and taking a look. I appreciate all the comments.</p>

hello, I would like to show you the canon p that I restored a few days ago, I hope you like it :)

 

 

Behance

Fabulous! What a beautiful re-creation, really more of a work of art. Thank you for showing us.

Beautiful work.

Thank you for sharing.

hello, I would like to show you the canon p that I restored a few days ago, I hope you like it :)

 

 

Behance

A work of art. Well done.

hello, I would like to show you the canon p that I restored a few days ago, I hope you like it :)

 

 

Behance

A beauty in black