any tips for loading cassettes from bulk film? I have a bulk roll of pre cut 8x11 film and not sure how much length should be 36 exposures or how I would be able to get it right under total darknes...
whoa, such a little cam and the expenses are so big, i was actually thinking about getting back to 35mm or maybe polaroid'ish cameras, and yes the experts getting really rare maybe we should learn to service them so it doesn't get forgotten, nice kitty, *virtual hug* e
There are random information floating around the web about servicing some parts of the camera. It's quite intimidating especially for the older full mechanical ones. That's why I got a EC, it's mostly electrical so there are less things to put back together and more things I could actually do with it. Thanks for watching! OH right, as for the 35mm, I been browsing for 35 slrs on ebay. There are a bunch of very nice camera/lens sets for less than 200 bucks. If you don't wanna spend any more than necessary; I seen functional ones for as low as 30. Film and developing for 35 might cost a bit more than 8x11 since you are using more film and more chemistry.
if you ever find it, I strongly, strongly recommend sending it to DAG cameras and have it serviced. the last batch of minox tech are fading away and once they are gone, its either going through the lengthy process of learning how to do it yourself, which is not, impossible but going to be a pain in the butt, or just sitting there and watching it rot.
The ones with the light meters built in don't need batteries (forget the exact models). It uses a solenoid light meter which doesn't need batteries. As long as you have some significant movement from the needle in different lighting scenarios you can calibrate your needle regardless of whether the solenoid is 100 percent reading correctly or not. (basically using an external meter like your phone app or a digital camera. The step you would normally set your ASA, just set it for the proper needle reading instead)
I’ve got a IIIS, B, C and EC, well actually I have a few of each I’ve picked up over the years. I recommend ADOX HR-50 developed in Ilfotec DD-X, for stellar results.
Thanks! I think there should be a petition to establish platforms where the people who know how to build and CLA vintage cameras and accessories, can teach others, to continue the craft.
there is a eh forum I think, called minox forum? not extremely active or technical unfortunately. I got rid of the extra ones and kept the IIIs model shown in the vid. Had the honor to get it serviced by the legendary Don from DAG cameras. I believe he is still doing them and is also currently training an apprentice. If you have one that you would like to get straightened out, I strongly recommend trying DAG cameras. The man remained one of the last original minox techs who still work on them now. for the general public at least. The camera deserves the legendary touch imo
yes. technically any lens have depth of field. it is just the range of things that will remain in focus. Iirc all minox subminiatures have a f5.6 lens, it's not exactly a fast lens but also not ideal if you want large depth of field. Under certain lighting conditions you might be able to get a decent field. But I would not expect any stellar results. its a 8x11 tiny negative. No matter how meticulous you are in the developing, you inevitably lose a lot of information in the process, which there is not much to begin with,
@@mugglepower Kodak Instamatic or Brownie cameras, then move up to 35mm and still love it-including dark room stuff. But I use iPhone because of convenience. But curiosity had me with technology before I was born. Thanks for answering this question
@@williamborodati4564 nothing beats modern solid state devices in terms of performance and convenience. If you would like to grab one of these minox we can talk,. I have three and I am thinking about getting rid of one or two of them. If you wan something as cheap as possible to get into the hobby I can give you a EC for 50 bucks and a cartridge
@@mugglepower Sorry, you‘re information is not correct. The Minox A, B and C have an 1:3.5 f=15mm lens, not 1:5.6. Only the Minox EC has a 1:5.6 f=15mm lens. 1:5.6 as it is a fixed focus lens from 1m to infinity, unlike the lenses of the Minox A, B and C which can be focused from 20cm to infinity, in the range from 20cm to 1 m with a rather small depth of field of only a few cm, and the snapshot setting (red dot) at 4 m with a depth of field of 2 m to infinity. For example, for portraits you can set the focus at 2m, resulting in a depth of field of 1.40m to 4m.
I got a perfectly working minox for 1 dollar kind of figured out how to take the picture and I got no way of finding out how to use it pls help someone😭 no video online id helpful this one was extremely helpful, but. I'm nowhere near close this part of the camera 💀
I have a collection of Minox cameras…., and 1 of them I almost use at least once a week. These are fantastic machines!
any tips for loading cassettes from bulk film? I have a bulk roll of pre cut 8x11 film and not sure how much length should be 36 exposures or how I would be able to get it right under total darknes...
whoa, such a little cam and the expenses are so big, i was actually thinking about getting back to 35mm or maybe polaroid'ish cameras, and yes the experts getting really rare maybe we should learn to service them so it doesn't get forgotten, nice kitty, *virtual hug* e
There are random information floating around the web about servicing some parts of the camera. It's quite intimidating especially for the older full mechanical ones. That's why I got a EC, it's mostly electrical so there are less things to put back together and more things I could actually do with it.
Thanks for watching! OH right, as for the 35mm, I been browsing for 35 slrs on ebay. There are a bunch of very nice camera/lens sets for less than 200 bucks. If you don't wanna spend any more than necessary; I seen functional ones for as low as 30. Film and developing for 35 might cost a bit more than 8x11 since you are using more film and more chemistry.
I love the camera my great grandpa had one but i cant find it but i still have the projector and many slides
if you ever find it, I strongly, strongly recommend sending it to DAG cameras and have it serviced. the last batch of minox tech are fading away and once they are gone, its either going through the lengthy process of learning how to do it yourself, which is not, impossible but going to be a pain in the butt, or just sitting there and watching it rot.
The ones with the light meters built in don't need batteries (forget the exact models). It uses a solenoid light meter which doesn't need batteries. As long as you have some significant movement from the needle in different lighting scenarios you can calibrate your needle regardless of whether the solenoid is 100 percent reading correctly or not. (basically using an external meter like your phone app or a digital camera. The step you would normally set your ASA, just set it for the proper needle reading instead)
Nice video! I am also starting to take photos with my Minox lll
I’ve got a IIIS, B, C and EC, well actually I have a few of each I’ve picked up over the years. I recommend ADOX HR-50 developed in Ilfotec DD-X, for stellar results.
just got this black c from the mail after two months of getting caught in royal mail chicanery.. probably my favorite out of the bunch.
@@mugglepower The Minox C was probably the best camera Minox made. They are much better quality than the later LX.
When cutting film for 36 exposures, I use a piece of string as the length unit of 59 cm
Thanks!
I think there should be a petition to establish platforms where the people who know how to build and CLA vintage cameras and accessories, can teach others, to continue the craft.
there is a eh forum I think, called minox forum? not extremely active or technical unfortunately.
I got rid of the extra ones and kept the IIIs model shown in the vid. Had the honor to get it serviced by the legendary Don from DAG cameras. I believe he is still doing them and is also currently training an apprentice.
If you have one that you would like to get straightened out, I strongly recommend trying DAG cameras. The man remained one of the last original minox techs who still work on them now. for the general public at least. The camera deserves the legendary touch imo
also there might be discord groups about it. but you are right. old cameras shall live on. some times when people cared about what they do.
Curiosity; does the minox have depth of field? And is it decent??
yes. technically any lens have depth of field. it is just the range of things that will remain in focus. Iirc all minox subminiatures have a f5.6 lens, it's not exactly a fast lens but also not ideal if you want large depth of field. Under certain lighting conditions you might be able to get a decent field. But I would not expect any stellar results. its a 8x11 tiny negative. No matter how meticulous you are in the developing, you inevitably lose a lot of information in the process, which there is not much to begin with,
@@mugglepower Kodak Instamatic or Brownie cameras, then move up to 35mm and still love it-including dark room stuff. But I use iPhone because of convenience. But curiosity had me with technology before I was born. Thanks for answering this question
@@williamborodati4564 nothing beats modern solid state devices in terms of performance and convenience. If you would like to grab one of these minox we can talk,. I have three and I am thinking about getting rid of one or two of them. If you wan something as cheap as possible to get into the hobby I can give you a EC for 50 bucks and a cartridge
@@mugglepower Thank you & for being so kind. No I cannot take on another project- dog thinks I abandoned her now Lol
@@mugglepower Sorry, you‘re information is not correct. The Minox A, B and C have an 1:3.5 f=15mm lens, not 1:5.6. Only the Minox EC has a 1:5.6 f=15mm lens. 1:5.6 as it is a fixed focus lens from 1m to infinity, unlike the lenses of the Minox A, B and C which can be focused from 20cm to infinity, in the range from 20cm to 1 m with a rather small depth of field of only a few cm, and the snapshot setting (red dot) at 4 m with a depth of field of 2 m to infinity. For example, for portraits you can set the focus at 2m, resulting in a depth of field of 1.40m to 4m.
Why did you only show highly cropped examples of your shots?? Can't really get a sense of what your results were.
I got a perfectly working minox for 1 dollar kind of figured out how to take the picture and I got no way of finding out how to use it pls help someone😭 no video online id helpful this one was extremely helpful, but. I'm nowhere near close this part of the camera 💀
check out subminiature forums for more info. also i won't be so opptimistic about the perfectly working part if you got it for 1 buck.