Camera Work

In 1979, a year after the Olympus XA was introduced, Magnum photographer Erich Hartmann went on a train trip through France. As it was a holiday trip for he and his wife, he didn't want to pack along a bunch of camera gear. Instead, he took only his XA. Look at what he did with this little "Pocket Camera". For those of you who think you need a lot of expensive camera gear to make great photos, Erich's photos may be an inspiration for work with simple equipment.

http://pro.magnumphotos.com/C.aspx?VP3=SearchResult&ALID=2K7O3R1VUF5N

https://shop.magnumphotos.com/produ...ich-hartmann-estate-print?variant=10037804611

https://lens.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/05/03/during-egyptian-uprising-a-scene-of-hope/


"The camera is an instrument that teaches people how to see without a camera"
Dorothea Lang
 
My experiences with the XA: The images produced were excellent. I picked up three at Thrifts. But, unfortunately two did not last long. Seriously, I did not feel that the camera was a substitute for a Leica M with a 35mm. The amount of film needed was still the same. The images, though good, were nearly as good as Leica lenses. I am finding that the camera on my Iphone has replaced all small pocket cameras.
 
robert blu said:
Nice to see this great thread revitalized, thanks.
robert
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Hi Robert; Great to hear from you. I hope all's well with you and hope your making lots of Fotos

I had some time and the thread hasn't been active for a long period, so I thought I would add some stuff.

Best to you, pkr
 
xixi_gelly said:
Thanks for this wonderful thread. Discussion of good high quality photography is an invaluable part of RFF and is what sets it apart from other gear-centric forums.

Please keep it coming.
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When this thread was active many posts were made by readers. Neary did a huge amount work after I took leave. I don't know that I will keep this thing going.. so add some content and keep the thread alive.

pkr
 
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