REVIEW : The Classic German VOIGTLANDER 'BESSAMATIC' film camera

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  • čas přidán 9. 07. 2023
  • On LOAN from a Friend the 1950's GERMAN VOIGTLANDER 'Bessamatic' SLR camera. I show some actual PRINTS made with the fantastic 50mm f2 'SEPTON' lens . If you wish to support my Channel Expenses please click on BuyMeACoffee here : Many Thanks ! www.buymeacoffee.com/pentaxpete
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Komentáře • 53

  • @MartinNeep
    @MartinNeep Před rokem +21

    Oh Peter, please don’t go to the big darkroom in the sky just yet. 💔😢

  • @-vanveenjf7550
    @-vanveenjf7550 Před rokem +6

    love those Voigtlanders...hope you can make a bunch more videos...always enjoyable. Stay strong

  • @daniellezigon
    @daniellezigon Před rokem +3

    This was delightful and so helpful! I just got one of these cameras and had no idea what I was doing, but I feel like I've got it after watching this. Thanks!

  • @super8blog71
    @super8blog71 Před rokem +2

    Peter you'll have me in tears in a minute! I wish you the best with your health. I've enjoyed your educational videos for years. Your knowledge is second to none. When I don't see a video from you in a while I worry! The lens on this one is amazing. Can't wait for the next video. The darkroom in the sky can wait. Sending you good vibes

  • @DrunkPhotographer
    @DrunkPhotographer Před rokem +2

    Wish you all the best Peter, love your videos.

  • @jhenline7813
    @jhenline7813 Před rokem +2

    Camera looks like new!! Take care of yourself Peter. Your enthusiasm is wonderful. Hope you can keep going as we all love your videos.

  • @martinhensonphotography

    Sorry to hear about your health problems Peter, wishing you all the best

  • @pianostudy4403
    @pianostudy4403 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Hi from the US and thanks for the video. I have a Bessamatic, too, and have enjoyed it over the decades. I recently have started shooting with it again. This past summer, I shot a couple of rolls with it at Yellowstone (using my 200mm lens at times too). Good camera. I’m being bodacious and I’m planning to shoot with Fujichrome Provia 100 (slides) as spring starts to arrive soon-can’t wait 😎.

  • @jamesmorris8633
    @jamesmorris8633 Před rokem +1

    My lockdown life saver. Thanks for making this fantastic record of your photographic experience. Keep your chin up. Look forward to seeing your next video.

  • @richardjames3022
    @richardjames3022 Před rokem +3

    Your health is the most important thing. You must take care of it as you only have one life. Spend you time in the darkroom on earth, not in the sky

  • @atholheys
    @atholheys Před 10 měsíci +1

    I’ve got a one with a Color Skopar, but I’ve also got a 135mm f4 Super Dynarex to go with it. Good luck with your health issues, I always enjoy your videos

  • @northstar1950
    @northstar1950 Před rokem

    Keep going Peter, I love listening to your wealth of knowledge.

  • @HumanClouds
    @HumanClouds Před rokem +1

    Great video, Peter, interesting camera. Best of luck on your health issues, ‘hope to see some more videos by you!

  • @flowermaze___
    @flowermaze___ Před 9 měsíci

    All the best for health! Thanks for the review 🙏🏽

  • @JenniferM13
    @JenniferM13 Před rokem

    Hang in there, Peter. Love your videos.

  • @33bluearmy
    @33bluearmy Před rokem

    You videos are really inspiring. Thank you!

  • @dougjarvis3824
    @dougjarvis3824 Před rokem

    All the best , sorry to hear your unwell

  • @MrWladek65
    @MrWladek65 Před rokem

    I have enjoyed your videos very much,Thank You for all you do,may God bless

  • @diegoscopia
    @diegoscopia Před rokem

    All the best from Spain ❤

  • @philipstrachan455
    @philipstrachan455 Před rokem

    It's good to hear your voice again Peter, I enjoy your videos, I learn a lot from them, they are very informative. You take care Sir!

  • @tonywhitmore
    @tonywhitmore Před rokem

    Your videos are always a valuable tour of some fascinating cameras. Stay strong Peter.

  • @derekholmes1302
    @derekholmes1302 Před rokem

    Always delighted to see your videos!
    Great to hear your valuable guidance in photography!
    Please keep well Peter, I hope your health improves.
    Derek

  • @MrWinkerwatson1
    @MrWinkerwatson1 Před rokem

    Always enjoy your videos - far more entertaining with genuine pictures & commentary than all of the super slick videos with fancy music, lots of talking and no examples of pictures taken with the actual camera being reviewed - all the best with your health issues

  • @fenrislegacy
    @fenrislegacy Před rokem

    It's always a pleasure to watch your reviews, Pete. :D

  • @tinybabypie
    @tinybabypie Před rokem

    Thanks Peter! I found one of these in my local op shop and am considering getting it

  • @GonzoTheRosarian
    @GonzoTheRosarian Před 2 měsíci

    The numbers you were referring to (by the ASA dial) are compensation numbers for if you are using a filter. I do hope you are better, I enjoy your videos immensely!

  • @haenzelv6287
    @haenzelv6287 Před rokem

    Whenever I watch your video's, it's always with a smile on my face. Hang in there!! I'll be waiting for your next video..

  • @edword1321
    @edword1321 Před rokem

    Once again a great review. Unfortunately, I only found your channel recently, but I hope you get well soon.

  • @michaelbuckley8986
    @michaelbuckley8986 Před rokem

    Wishing you good Peter.

  • @hksht
    @hksht Před rokem

    What a great review Pete. I hope you have more time in the little darkroom in your house though. I always enjoy your vids.

  • @macwestcanon
    @macwestcanon Před rokem +2

    Praying for you God bless

  • @Vladimir-hq1ne
    @Vladimir-hq1ne Před rokem

    @5:41 - distance to the object for single-use flash cube in meters. Corrected with the DIN film sensitivity.

  • @Analogfotografie
    @Analogfotografie Před rokem

    Hey Peter ... all the best to you so that we all can enjoy your videos for a long time. The big darkroom can wait :-)

  • @thedondeluxe6941
    @thedondeluxe6941 Před rokem

    Wish you all the best, Peter!

  • @NasserAlhameli
    @NasserAlhameli Před rokem

    We are not going to lose you 😢 you still young in the ❤

  • @deemdoubleu
    @deemdoubleu Před rokem

    All the best Peter

  • @Gareth1959
    @Gareth1959 Před rokem

    Enjoyed the video Pete. Best wishes for next week :)

  • @aidanhowgate5437
    @aidanhowgate5437 Před rokem

    Hi Peter, keep going, here's hoping your health improves! 🙏 keep on keeping on. These bessamatics are a miracle of German manufacturing

  • @1973sonvis
    @1973sonvis Před rokem

    The Color-Skopar is great, but the Septon is magic! Best wishes for you Pete! ❤️

  • @danem2215
    @danem2215 Před 11 měsíci

    Hope you're doing well Pete!

  • @ajbrennan6456
    @ajbrennan6456 Před rokem

    I have seen a couple of these occasionally for sale that looks very tidy.
    Very interesting beast of a camera, looks like cracking engineering.

  • @MrJoseklon
    @MrJoseklon Před rokem

    Peter wish you the best ❤

  • @Vladimir-hq1ne
    @Vladimir-hq1ne Před rokem

    For frame counter it ought to be in minus two at least at the start of the film. Minus three maybe?

  • @arricammarques1955
    @arricammarques1955 Před rokem

    Nifty 50's Camera. Stay focused, mate!

  • @charlesworthington4381
    @charlesworthington4381 Před 9 dny +1

    Any word if Peter is ok?

    • @theoldfilmbloke
      @theoldfilmbloke  Před 9 dny +1

      YES -- I woke up this morning and I was STILL ALIVE -- A BONUS !! 87 and still going !

  • @pawenowak4676
    @pawenowak4676 Před 8 měsíci

    ❤😢🥰

  • @aidanhowgate5437
    @aidanhowgate5437 Před rokem

    Do you fancy some out of date photographic paper?

  • @Vladimir-hq1ne
    @Vladimir-hq1ne Před rokem

    Just... Stay alive, please?
    Thank you for the video! Amazing mechanics it that camera.

  • @hitthestreetsphoto1253

    Peter i sure hope you are doing better. Hopefully they will get your kidney function back to a tolerable level. I know I’m hardly the only person who would be sad to see you not chasing your dreams and passion. I can bet photography has kept you going for some time now. We love you my friend. Take care of yourself.

    • @theoldfilmbloke
      @theoldfilmbloke  Před 3 měsíci

      I see my Kidney Lady TODAY in Orsett Hospital -- wish me luck !