How does the Bessa III meter?

[Vickko]

How does the Bessa III meter?

I assume (guessing) that it is not TTL.

And I'm guessing that it isn't "off the film" either.

Does it meter directly via a sensor built into the top deck?

Thanks
Vick

 

[Tom A]

There is a meter sensor on the front of the top-plate. It is very accurate - I have shot about 10 rolls so far and except in very tricky light - I let the camera do the job. Occasionally strong backlight can fool it - as with any other camera - but the +/- compensation is quick and easy to reach.
The more I use it, the more I like it! It is not a 35mm rangefinder so I find myself shooting a bit slower and more contemplative - and the fact that you have to reload often makes you pick your shots.

 

[Vickko]

Thanks Tom

Thanks Tom

Thanks Tom

Good to hear from you.

So, you won't be interested in trading it any time soon, eh? ;-)

Is your Bessa III a prototype, or did you get a production model?

regards
Vick

 

[Tom A]

No chance of trading it - I really like it!
It does not have a serial number - but it is a production version.
Are you heading west soon - I lend it to you for a couple of days when you came back here.