Prototypes of camera bodies and lenses are among the curiosities and sometimes oddities that catch the eyes of collectors, but they often come with a hefty price tag. Make it a rare Leica and you're guaranteed to make the price double.
Today's vintage find on ebay is one such perfect example: an intriguing and rare Leitz Leica M 30cm Stereo Lens Prototype. It's all yours if you have a little over $46,000 to spare. . thephoblographer.com
Years ago, photographers stopped using UV filters on their lenses. It affected image quality way too much, and we often didn't need them. UV filters originally protected the image quality from UV rays.
We're betting that most of you haven't heard of the Dallmeyer Super-Six 102mm f1. 9. We've talked about it before, though, and have seen a few crazy mods for it. But this rare one is for Sony E mount.
Last year, we placed the spotlight on the Olympus OM System, a landmark camera series that showed the world they can go small, even with their 35mm SLR cameras. Apart from the iconic compact design for the camera body, the series also came with the equally famed OM Zuiko range of lenses.
Last time we followed the adventures of Paris-based photographer Mathieu Stern, he showed us what went down during his visit to the Camera Rescue center in Tampere, Finland. There, he did not only get to browse through the largest collection of vintage cameras and lenses in Europe, but he was also able to shoot with some fascinating lenses -- including the rare Canon 50mm f0.
Are you a film photographer still looking to tick a dream camera or lens from your wishlist? Or a vintage photography gear collector with an insatiable curiosity for what's still out there? Maybe you're a photographer with a taste for weird and wonderful photography contraptions? If you answered yes, you're surely in for a treat in the latest videos by Paris-based photographer and filmmaker Mathieu Stern.
Previously, we saw here an explanation about using vintage lenses on your new camera, including a video testing them for the bokeh. Let’s look into the world of adapters that are needed if you’d like to use retro glass.
You've read that right -- our latest vintage find is something especially for Pentax 67 users! Whether you're thinking of expanding your lens arsenal for your iconic medium format SLR camera, or simply want to try a project that requires a fast super telephoto lens, this item is definitely worth checking out.