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<p>I have three of these cameras. The lenses on these things are a real delight. The pictures from this camera come out sharp, and a tad on the warm side. <br /> Here is a site that will get you quickly acquainted with your camera:<br /> <a href="http://www.photoethnography.com/ClassicCameras/index-frameset.html?YashicaElectro35GS.html~mainFrame">http://www.photoethnography.com/ClassicCameras/index-frameset.html?YashicaElectro35GS.html~mainFrame</a><br /> Look to the mid-section of the site to solve your battery troubles.</p>

<p>I shipped my Sony a100 a long time ago for service, the shutter button had gotten stuck and wouldn't pop out anymore.<br>

I found their service to be very timely and they never charged me a nickel.</p>

<p>From a local park...</p><div></div>

The Yashica Electro is an awesome camera! I have four of them. If I were you, I'd look out for rangefinder issues, many times the rangefinder is a little off. Also, light leaks, all but one of the Electro's that I've bought has had this problem in some capacity.

 

Other than that, rejoice! The Electro is a fine camera.

I've always been of the position that in whatever it is, you should always get something that the other person will actually use. All the posts about about image quality and sensor size don't really have anything to do with whether or not your wife will like it, and actually use it. I agree with the post above, take your wife to the shop, and let her browse around for a camera that she likes, because then, she will actually use it. sure you can always get her a DSLR, but what good is all that image quality if the camera is never utilized?

 

I always take photos with my Sony DSLR, but when I found out that my mom was interested in photography I asked her what she wanted, and ended up buying her the Panasonic with 10x optical zoom, and image stabilizer. Does it take the best photographs? NO! But it takes decent ones, and she actually uses it every week!

The Sony looks better in my book, look at those rich greens, and the sharper overall detail in the image. I agree that the Sony looks more realistic.

I found this website on another site I visit called mentalfloss.com. I thought

that since the cameras are vintage, I should post here.

 

Don't miss this, it's really funny.

 

Firstly, let me say that all the points posted above are more than valid. Secondly, let me make the point that bird photogrpahy has alot to do with opportunity, patience, and, persistance. I have never gone out with more than a consumer grade 100-300mm zoom much like the one you've just bought, and acquired decent results. If decent is all you want, then I think you're ok. If you want spectacular and show stopping, then you'll want what everyone here is suggesting. If you want super-uber zoom, try digiscoping.

 

Remember, there is no better zoom than your own two legs. Bird photography is mostly about patience, and persistance.

 

Happy photo taking!

Currently Robert is correct. Sony lenses are far more expensive and hard to come by than Canon equivalents. However, if you are like me, and not a professional, you won't be looking at these options anyway. You just want a decent upgrade from your Canon G5. For this, Miolta/Sony has plenty of options, you can get the consumer grade 75-300mm Sony lens for a great price, or you can opt for the used market and buy something decent form KEH for cheaper. Currently, the majority of DSLR camera users are Canon and Nikon, so anywhere you post you're likely to get negative comments about the Sony.

 

I switched from Canon to Sony, because I'm NEVER going to buy a $2500 lens anyway. So it's nice to have the antishake for my consumer grade lenses. Unless you're a pro, I don't think many of the above posts really apply to you anyway. I'm very happy with my sony, and I'm glad I didn't go for Canons XTi, which is missing spot metering, and anti-shake.

 

Good luck with whatever you choose and by and large, any DSLR will be a nice upgrade from your current camera.

I hope the title of this post isn't literal. By that, I mean that we shoud always choose the camera that best suits our photographic exploits. I had a Canon 300d, which I had bought a significant amount of lenses and accessories for. However, when I decided to upgrade and saw the specs of the Sony over the Rebel XTi, I decided to switch systems. We should never totally commit ourselves to any system, we should only commit ourselves to our art.

I guess I'm from a small number of users i this forum that think, that no photographer/enthusiast should ever consider or knowingly hold themselves down to any one camera system but the one that works for you.

 

Last year, I very excitedly went from a point and shooter, to a Canon Eos 300d. I went for it because it was all that affordable for me at the time, given that I found a really good price for on the *bay.

 

I still have the camera and like/d using it very much. I used many accessories and took it to my big trip to the Grand Canyon with me. Howerver, I found some things lacking, like spot metering, and I knew taht I would NEVER be able to afford any of the stabalized lenses available to the mass market.

 

So this year as I acquired a small sum of money, I decided to wait for the Xti, needless to say I was very much dissapointed with the incremental changes Canon decided to make to the camera. Furthermore, the small form factor of the camera made it a pain for me to hand-hold in the store.

 

So, I eventually came to the conclusion to ditch Canon, and try the new Sony Alpha, which everyone by now surely knows is a glorified (Konica Minolta). It has all good features I wanted in the XTi, at the same price of the XTi!

 

I'm not married to any system, I go for what's good, what's within my price range, but most importantly what's best for my style of photography and for me it's the new Sony Alpha; and by the way, my bird photos with the in body stabalization are as sharp as a tack at 300mm.I couldn't be any happier. :)

This battery is actually quite common. I have an ETRSi and have purchased the batteries from local Targets, Walmarts, and even K-Marts. It's nothing special really, look for a 4LR44. Recently, I took my camera to the Grand Canyon where I shot 15 rolls of Reala with the AE-1 light meter (which is a reported battery drainer for this camera), and only needed 1 Alkaline 4LR44 battery for the whole trip, I was there 6 days! Here is the link for the battery at Amazon.com, buy more and save! Thats what I did!

 

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00009VQHG/pronto0b-20/ref=nosim

Hi Zac,

First let me tell you, that I started out with various TLR medium format cameras, however I soon found out that I wanted something with an interchangeable lens system, and removable backs that wouldn't cost too much money. I eventually opted for a Bronica ETRSi system, which I bought piece by piece from KEH, for $240 total, with shipping. The whole kit included an AE-II prism, which really enhances the picture taking experience by automatically setting the shutter speed on the camera, something most TLR's dont do since their selenium cells are worn out due to old age.

Most people recommend TLR's as a good starting point and I'd have to agree, but if you're willing to spend about $240-$300, go for something that you'll be able to grow with.

I'm going to the Grand Canyon in the summer and would like to take

with me my mondo zoom + digital rebel, and a medium format camera like

a Bronica ETRS or ETRSi. Although I have much experience with medium

format TLR's I don't have any with a medium format SLR. So I ordered a

kit from KEH and was told that everything that was needed to take

pictures was included, however was later informed that they sold the

camera right from under me. What I need to know from you experts is,

what are the parts that I would need to put together a decent little

bronica rig? I know I need a lens, finder, back, body, but is there

something I'm missing? Please let me know!!

Thanks for all your responses, I'll be buying some gloves before my next developing session.

Hi, recently I started developing my own negatives. I just want to

know if it's absolutely necessary to wear gloves during the whole

process. Recently, I've had some leaky tanks and the chemicals got all

over my hands. Anyone have any adverse reactions?

Give it a break all you Bible freaks, Ron is obviously just very happy he's got his hands on a beautiful camera. I'm envious.

If you are talking about the tank where you put your film in and pour in your chemicals, I find it sufficient to just dunk the tank in the temperature controlled bath in between agitation cycles.

Captured only the way a classic could, excellent photos.

Everyone is throwing in their suggestions, and I guess they are good since I've never used any of the tanks they are talking about. Anyway I just started developing my own B+W a couple weeks ago, I bought this tank:

 

http://www.freestylephoto.biz/sc_prod.php?cat_id=&pid=5629

 

The results were great! And the tank and "film apron" are so easy to use for a beginner like me. Need it in 35mm? They have tanks and reels for those to, need more aprons? Those are also sold seperately. These tanks are cheap, easy to use, and leak free, atleast for me.

 

Need a thermometer? The one I bought is this one:

 

http://www.freestylephoto.biz/sc_prod.php?cat_id=&pid=1304

 

It's cheap, so you can buy two in case one breaks, and the temperaturefor B+W chemicals is clearly marked by a dark line on the thermometer. I needed products that are cheap, easy to use, and reliable, all these have proven to be just that.

Relax guy, quit taking yourself so seriously. Last I heard youre no Ansel and neither am I, Not even close.

Hi,

I recently started developing my own B+W film. There are countless sites out there to help you with the general process. I stick to the bottle instructions on my chemicals and get consistent results, which as far as I know is what should be aimed for when beginning. The following is a site that helped me sort things out:

 

http://www.darkroomsource.net/tech-print-develop.shtml

 

Hope it helps you too, Post some scans so we have the pleasure of seeing your first home developed photos!

I use frozen water bottles and work in the evening. If the temp gets too cold, I remove a water bottle and add some room temp water, if the temp is to hot, which has been the case for me since this heatwave I've been in; I add another of the frozen bottles to the tank. To try and keep the temperature readings accurate, I isolate the frozen bottles to one side of the tank and my thermometer to the other side. So far my results with this method have been consistent.

Thats one hell of a shot, are you sure you didnt get it at the zoo?

I don't know if it's just me but every camera that I have bought off ebay, (that has been described as working) has worked quite well for me. The only one that didn't was described as "as is condition". My advice, look for cameras that are described as: "in working order". pay via credit card in case you have a legitimate dispute, and try the camera out early becuase some buyers offer short grace periods where they allow you to return an item.