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The Most Beautiful Camera Nikon Ever Made

In many ways, I wish that the Nikon Zf were more like the Nikomat EL camera. They're both small and have beautiful ergonomics. And both cameras are ones that you'd want to bring with you everywhere.

08:00

How to Clean Battery Corrosion from a Vintage Camera

"This camera doesn't use batteries," is what a young man working at a Brooklyn vintage store told me one day when I inquired about a Polaroid Land Camera they had. I can still hear his voice and the disbelief when I opened up the compartment to reveal heartbreak -- aka, battery corrosion due to someone leaving the batteries in their camera.

07:00

The Best There Ever Was. Nikon F2 Review

"Nothing, it's yours," my dear friend told me when she was cleaning out her father's belonging from her childhood home. A regular at one of the bars I frequent saw the joy on my face as bright as the sun reflects off the sea.

07:00

Is the Nikon N80 Worth Buying in 2023?

Back in 2017, I reviewed the Nikon N80. By that time, it was already an old camera. It's not as well known or as spoken about as many of Nikon's other cameras. However, your parents, aunts, or uncles, probably owned one.

07:00

Canon Snappy LXII: The Cheap Camera You’re Bound to Love

Often seen sitting all lonely and battered at garage sales, the Canon Snappy LXII is glanced over with the same indifference one has when browsing lotions at the pharmacy. That's to say there's total apathy unless someone is hunting for a good point-and-shoot camera.

07:00

How I Fell Back in Love With the Pentax Spotmatic

"That's a really nice camera, mister," is what a young kid said to me the other day about the Pentax Spotmatic I slung around me. That put a smile on my face. And just think, years ago I gave my original Pentax Spotmatic away to someone who I felt needed it to grow as a photographer.

14:00

I’d Love to See the Nikon L35 AD2 Made Into a Digital Camera

Nostalgia is a wonderful thing especially when it has something to do with photography. It's no surprise that more camera manufacturers are bringing out new models that look like vintage cameras. Fujifilm's entire X line is based on evoking emotions with strong retro looks in their camera body styling.

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A Quick Buying Guide for Vintage Camera Lovers

There aren't many things that bring some of us joy like vintage cameras. Vintage cameras have a lasting appeal that so many modern cameras don't at all. There's the feeling of metal, the knowledge that it will work, and so much more.

02:00

How to Buy Vintage Cameras You’ll Love at Flea Markets

It's nice to find deals at flea markets. If you browse Reddit, you probably encounter users who score really big at fleak markets. Of course, there are lots of folks who don't know what they're selling and instead just want to get rid of the junk they've accumulated.

07:00

The Nikon Df Was One of Their Most Perfect Cameras

Step back in time to the last moment you physically felt your heart beating from excitement. That's the feeling the Nikon Df is bound to give you. We're a website that champions the future, but we also adore the past.

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Leotax TV 2: The Leica Copy You Probably Haven’t Heard Of

Whenever the topic of Leica copies come up, most film photographers immediately think of Soviet Era cameras like the FED and Zorki cameras. However, there are also some lesser known copies from Japan, possibly strange as that sounds for most of us.

14:00

This Canon Demi EE17 Looks Gorgeous in Custom Green Cover

While our favorite vintage cameras are classic beauties as is, we understand how it can be a good idea to apply customizations and make them extra personal. Reskinning with custom leather covers is a popular way to do this.

17:00

Someone Stuffed a New Olympus Pen into a Vintage Pen F Body

With the steady popularity of retro-styled digital cameras, we can assume that camera companies will continue to draw inspiration from classic designs and iconic models. However, it’s also reasonable to expect that these modern takes on the classics can only go as far.

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This Polaroid Land 104 Commercial Will Make You Nostalgic About Pack Film

If the discontinuation of pack film was among the saddest news in the film photography world, its return through the ONE INSTANT project certainly brought some hope. The dream is to have it as readily available as current instant film formats, but while we're waiting that out, we have a little something for all you pack film fans out there.

14:00

This Rare Black Paint Canon 7 Was a Leica M3 Competitor

Vintage Leica cameras remain some of the most popular with collectors and film photographers today. With it, Leica copies and competitors also get a fair share of attention, whether for the novelty of it or for being interesting models on their own.

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This Black Pentax Spotmatic II Is in Almost Mint Condition

The Pentax Spotmatic models remain among the most popular 35mm film SLR cameras today and are frequently recommended to those who are just starting out with shooting film. These sturdy and reliable mechanical cameras are affordable and relatively easy to find.

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This Black Pentax Spotmatic II is in Almost Mint Condition

The Pentax Spotmatic models remain among the most popular 35mm film SLR cameras today and are frequently recommended to those who are just starting out with shooting film. These sturdy and reliable mechanical cameras are affordable and relatively easy to find.

17:00

This Canon MC10 Is Yet Another Compact to Satisfy Your 80s Nostalgia

With point-and-shoot cameras from the 1980s being among the most popular film cameras today, we think some of you may be interested in grabbing our latest vintage find. The boxy Canon MC10 may not be as iconic as, say, the similarly designed Olympus XA or the Lomo LC-A cameras, but it still looks the part of a sleek point-and-shoot camera you might want to hit the streets with when you get the itch to shoot film.

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This Canon MC10 is Yet Another Compact to Satisfy Your 80s Nostalgia

With point-and-shoot cameras from the 1980s being among the most popular film cameras today, we think some of you may be interested in grabbing our latest vintage find. The boxy Canon MC10 may not be as iconic as, say, the similarly designed Olympus XA or the Lomo LC-A cameras, but it still looks the part of a sleek point-and-shoot camera you might want to hit the streets with when you get the itch to shoot film.

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Now’s Your Chance to Grab an Extremely Rare Cosina 107-SW

If unique cameras are your cup of tea, our latest vintage find is definitely worth checking out. An extremely rare collectible item in every way, this gorgeous Cosina 107-SW is one of the most interesting cameras that can be added to any collection. And now is your chance to grab one... or two.

16:00

This Pentax Spotmatic Has a Heartwarming Story Behind It

When you're buying and shooting with vintage cameras, you're also taking with you decades worth of fascinating history. If you're really lucky, you might come across cameras used by famous photographers, limited edition models, and even those used for NASA spaceflights.

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Grab This Limited Edition Gold Leica R4 for $3,150

Another day, another rare vintage Leica spotted. We wish we can say that, but then they won't be as rare as we all would like these stuff to be. Some may find today's vintage find, a limited edition Leica R4 in gold finish, to be rather odd-looking (or tacky, if you want to be blunt about it).

13:00

This Pink Olympus XA2 Is an Extremely Rare Commemorative Edition

If your camera collection is comprised mainly of rarities and curiosities, our latest vintage find is certainly worthy of your attention: an extremely rare pink Olympus XA2 with matching flash. Chances are you've never heard of it -- it's a testament to how rare it is! Whether you're yet to get your hands on an XA2 or simply have a penchant for intriguing editions, this could be a candidate for the next addition to your collection -- if you're willing to look past the fact that it's pink!

16:00

This US Navy Canon New F-1 Body Is Up for Grabs for $348

It's been a while since our last vintage find, so we're excited to share another interesting item we spotted on ebay. Today, it's something for collectors of military memorabilia and military-issued vintage cameras: a Canon New F-1 35mm SLR body that is still in working condition.

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Apparently, We’ve Been Using TLR Cameras Wrong All This Time

Twin Lens Reflex cameras continue to enjoy the interest and fascination of today's film photographers for their unique handling and features, as well as evoking vintage nostalgia. However, these very characteristics also seem to be perplexing for a good number of people that the first question that pops in has always been, "How do you shoot with this thing?"

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A Super Rare Mint Konica Hexar 72 Half-Frame is Up for Grabs

The Konica Hexar in itself is already quite a coveted item among film photographers and vintage camera collectors, and can go for a substantial amount of cash when sold in mint condition. Enter the even more valuable and rare half-frame version of this iconic 35mm rangefinder camera: the Konica Hexar 72 in mint condition.

08:00

Here’s Your Chance to Snag a Super Rare Nikon S3M

Looking for the next vintage beauty to add to your gang of awesome and rare cameras? Today's find is without a doubt on the wishlist of every hardcore Nikon fan and camera collector out there: a super rare Nikon S3M package.

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Grab This Rare Lamperti and Garbagnati Aerial Camera for $10,000

If artifacts and items from a bygone era is your thing, we're sure our latest vintage find will fascinate you. This very rare item may very well be one of the very first aerial cameras made. It could even be the only one of its model ever made! Go ahead and check it out to see if it's something you'd like to add to your collection.

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This Rare Leica IIIf was Made for the Swedish Army in 1956

It's time once again for us to share our latest vintage find to those of you who are keen on expanding your camera collection with another rare addition. This time, it's another early edition Leica which not only comes in stunning black color and some brassing here and there, but also a fascinating military history.

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This $14,000 Super Rare Aerial Camera Was Designed to Shoot Horizons

Heads up, camera collectors! If you've been waiting for our next awesome vintage finds on ebay, we're back with another item to pique the interest of you curious lot out there. This time, it's an interesting and rare aerial horizon camera (at least what we think it is) with a hefty price tag to match. 

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This Stunning 24K Gold Leica M4-2 is Yours for $19,999

Another day, another rare vintage camera to drool over! Our latest find is yet another stunning rare item that's guaranteed to make a fine addition to our camera shelves -- and put a dent in our wallets: a 24K Gold Leica M4-2 with a matching German-made 50mm f1.4 Summilux lens.

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This Gold-Plated and Amber-Covered Leica Standard is Yours for $3,500

For today's vintage gem from the depths of ebay, we spotted possibly one of the most luxurious-looking Leica cameras out there. Gold-plated and clad in Royal White Baltic Amber, this Leica Standard will definitely make any photographer or vintage collector feel like royalty.

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This Super Rare Nikon I Rangefinder from 1948 is Yours for $27,445

Are you a photographer with a passion for rare rangefinders or a vintage collector on the lookout for historic pieces? Our recent ebay find is definitely a catch for you. This super rare Nikon I rangefinder that goes all the way back to 1948 would make a great addition to your collection if you have some serious cash to burn.

07:00

This Rare Nikon F2 Titan is Yours for Less Than $1,000

SLR cameras are among the most popular vintage cameras today not only for film photographers but also for serious collectors. If you consider yourself both, you might be interested in our latest ebay find: a rare, fully-mechanical Nikon F2 Titan.

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This Rare Nikon F2 Titan is Yours for Less than $1,000

SLR cameras are among the most popular vintage cameras today not only for film photographers but also for serious collectors. If you consider yourself both, you might be interested in our latest ebay find: a rare, fully-mechanical Nikon F2 Titan.

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This $10,000 Leica M6 is Most Likely Something You Haven’t Seen Before

Now that we've already settled why we're all suckers for the Leica M6, it's time for us to share our latest Leica find from the vintage wonderlands of ebay. Today, the spotlight is on an intriguing and very rare Leica M6 simply dubbed "Leica Post M6", one of which is listed for a dollar shy of $10,000. 

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This Very Rare Hasselblad MKWE Was Apparently Made for NASA

Once in a while, our hunt for the coolest photography gear on ebay lead to some intriguing results. Today is one of those days. Our latest find is a Hasselblad MKWE, which has earned the nickname NASA Hasselblad for one special feature in its design. 

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