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Hello, recently I noticed that the painted white dot on the shutter curtain of my 16 year old Leica MP is not so white anymore. In fact, it looks grayish (even dirty if you will). It also appears to have some fine horizontal scratches. The curtain has no holes, and I haven't noticed any issues with metering (latest rolls of film turned out fine). However, I am wondering if this should be concerning? Does it mean I might need a new shutter curtain soon? Any opinion or experience with something like this is welcome. Thanks.
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Why was the Hasselblad XPan manufactured by Fuji?
stric1975 replied to Colin O's topic in Leica and Rangefinders
It was a joint venture between the two companies. Fujifilm had experience with medium format rangefinders, they produced high quality products and it looks both Fujifilm and Hasselblad were looking for something new and decided that RF camera would be it. They were made by Fujifilm both for themselves and Hasselblad at very high (Hasselblad) standards. This is not unusual either in the photographic industry or any other industry. It's a pity that production of these amazing cameras lasted only 4 or 5 years. -
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A quick look at the secondhand market in Australia
stric1975 replied to Karim Ghantous's topic in Leica and Rangefinders
Prices of everything "used" in general are nuts these days.I sold an old bicycle, which I purchased used a few years ago, for more money thank what I paid. My wife thought the buyer was stupid, I told her he was smart as he was still getting a good deal as new stuff is generally unavailable and of dubious quality. I am getting calls from car dealers who WANT to buy my 18 year old beat-up car at a "premium" (perhaps I should sell it). People are buying used homes without performing any minimal inspections, often paying 10-20% more than asking price. This is nuts. I noticed a similar thing with a local, reputable camera store here in Minneapolis. It's not only that the prices are outrageous, but the offers are very limited. Simple matter of supply and demand on new gear, i.e. manufacturers are unable to provide ample supply to meet demand, buyers are turning to used stuff, often of questionable quality. Too much money chasing too few available products, I guess. Rumor has it that we will see normalization in supply chain sometime in 2023, ceteris paribus. But inflation, even if transitory, has left its mark. Buckle up for a bumpy ride ahead. It's going to hurt really bad when things come to "normal"... if they ever do. -
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That swirly is very interesting. The out of focus areas appear as if they are on fire.
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It depends on the system you use, but my favorite - for Leica - is 35 mm Summilux f/1.4 ASPH. A great all arounder.
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W/NW 2020 Pic-O'-The-Week #50
stric1975 replied to Bill Blackwell Images's topic in Leica and Rangefinders
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W/NW 2020 Pic-O'-The-Week #49
stric1975 replied to Bill Blackwell Images's topic in Leica and Rangefinders
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W/NW 2020 Pic O' The Week #48
stric1975 replied to httpwww.photo.netbarry's topic in Leica and Rangefinders
An older shot from June this year, sometime after the killing of Gerge Floyd and consequent social unrest in Minneapolis, MN.38th St. & Chicago Ave., the site of the infamous killing. Leica MP, 35 mm Summicron, Fujifilm Acros 100 (old, expired stock).