Keith
The best camera is one that still works!
Same as the 55mm maitani ... it's an amazing lens and I hadn't realised how sharp it was at f2 before because I'd never been there!
burancap
Veteran
I am considering the jump into OM land.
Lens: pretty settled on the 50/1.8 as it seems rather well regarded.
Body: I really like the OM-1, but I am concerned about the 1.35v...
Should I leap over to the OM-2 (keeping the big VF) or source an OM-1 that has been converted/adapted to 1.5v?
Thanks!
Lens: pretty settled on the 50/1.8 as it seems rather well regarded.
Body: I really like the OM-1, but I am concerned about the 1.35v...
Should I leap over to the OM-2 (keeping the big VF) or source an OM-1 that has been converted/adapted to 1.5v?
Thanks!
wblynch
Well-known
The joy of an OM1 is its simplicity and fully mechanical operation.
The meter issue can be solved in several ways.
1) get the hearing aid batteries. They work but don't last more than a few months. Simple, cheap.
2) get a CR1/MR9 adapter. They cost probably more than the OM1 itself but are easy to use and you don't have to modify anything.
3) get it modified internally. This is cheap if you can do it yourself but pricey if done professionally. (worth it either way)
4) just stick a 1.5 volt battery in there and compensate for the high reading. (typically 1 stop, but not consistent)
5) use an external light meter or iphone
6) go without meter and just use the Sunny-16 rule. Pretty easy and surprisingly accurate with some practice.
7) use OM2 instead
The meter issue can be solved in several ways.
1) get the hearing aid batteries. They work but don't last more than a few months. Simple, cheap.
2) get a CR1/MR9 adapter. They cost probably more than the OM1 itself but are easy to use and you don't have to modify anything.
3) get it modified internally. This is cheap if you can do it yourself but pricey if done professionally. (worth it either way)
4) just stick a 1.5 volt battery in there and compensate for the high reading. (typically 1 stop, but not consistent)
5) use an external light meter or iphone
6) go without meter and just use the Sunny-16 rule. Pretty easy and surprisingly accurate with some practice.
7) use OM2 instead
Ken Ford
Refuses to suffer fools
If you really like the OM-1, read up on the production variations, find a clean one and send it to John Hermanson at http://www.zuiko.com/ for an overhaul and conversion to modern battery. You'll then have a great camera that will likely outlive you.
ColinW
* Click *
burancap
Veteran
I hate this site. I really, really do.
I have to do something radical to get my IP banned, because you all have just made me buy not just another camera per se, but a whole new system!
Chrome OM-1 and 50/1.8 on the way from the classifieds here. :bang:
I have to do something radical to get my IP banned, because you all have just made me buy not just another camera per se, but a whole new system!
Chrome OM-1 and 50/1.8 on the way from the classifieds here. :bang:
Keith
The best camera is one that still works!
I hate this site. I really, really do.
I have to do something radical to get my IP banned, because you all have just made me buy not just another camera per se, but a whole new system!
Chrome OM-1 and 50/1.8 on the way from the classifieds here. :bang:
Congratulations ... and I think we here should be congratulated also.
Another convert!
Keith
The best camera is one that still works!
I think this thread on it's own is fast turning into one of the best OM resources on the web!
paulfish4570
Veteran
the om-1 and 50/1.8 is a marvelous kit ...
wblynch
Well-known
I hate this site. I really, really do.
I have to do something radical to get my IP banned, because you all have just made me buy not just another camera per se, but a whole new system!
Chrome OM-1 and 50/1.8 on the way from the classifieds here. :bang:
Oh... that's not a system. That's a Gateway Drug !!
Peter_Jones
Well-known
Not used my OM gear for ages, but just picked up a 50/1.4 silvernose and a 24/2.8 both optically very nice.
Might have to dust off the OMs......
both optically very nice.Might have to dust off the OMs......
mgchan
Back To Film
Here are my recent additions from one eBay win. It was described as broken with a stuck mirror in the up position (mirror lockup was enabled )! All are in excellent - good condition.
Olympus OM-1 MD w/original camera strap and case
F. Zuiko Auto-S 50mm f1.8 silver nose lens w/Vivitar UV-Haze filter
Vivitar Series-1 70-210mm f3.5 Macro Auto Zoom lens w/Vivitar UV-Haze filter and lens case
Super Albinar MC Auto 38-70mm f3.5 lens
Vivitar Automatic Tele Converter 2x
Vivitar auto 252 flash
Olympus Focusing Screen Type 1-3
Camera & flash manuals
)! All are in excellent - good condition.
Olympus OM-1 MD w/original camera strap and case
F. Zuiko Auto-S 50mm f1.8 silver nose lens w/Vivitar UV-Haze filter
Vivitar Series-1 70-210mm f3.5 Macro Auto Zoom lens w/Vivitar UV-Haze filter and lens case
Super Albinar MC Auto 38-70mm f3.5 lens
Vivitar Automatic Tele Converter 2x
Vivitar auto 252 flash
Olympus Focusing Screen Type 1-3
Camera & flash manuals
paulfish4570
Veteran
nice grab ...
TXForester
Well-known
Nice kit. I've got one of the Series-1 70-210mm Vivitars. Mine is the same variant as yours (Kiron made?). I have loved it for over 20 years.
mgchan
Back To Film
Thanks! The only items originally described and displayed was the camera, 50mm and 70-210mm lens. When I'd opened the box, I was pleasantly surprised! Whoever owned it before, took great care of everything.
mgchan
Back To Film
Thanks! I can't wait to give it a try.
AFenvy
Established
I have been having some fun with my OM-4Ti and Zuiko 16mm f3.5 Fisheye:
burancap
Veteran
Oh... that's not a system. That's a Gateway Drug !!
...and I have bought another.
OM-2
Zuikoholic, eh?
