Darshan
Well-known
Recently, I bought a Rollei 35 Sonnar from KEH in BGN condition. While I was shooting the first roll with it, I noticed that the ring just inside the filter thread is sitting at an angle.
In the 1st photo below, there is only 1 thread visible above "40mm"
On the opposite side, there are 4 threads visible above "Germany by"
I gently raised the "40mm" side with a scalpel and saw a little glue residue
I was able to push the ring down on the "40mm" side and it sits flush like on the other side. After shooting a few more frames (and pulling/pushing and focusing the lens), I have to push the ring in again.
I don't think this problem should affect image quality but I also don't like that 1 end of the ring just becomes loose like that and that I have to push it in every now and then. Should I accept the camera as-is as it was in BGN condition or call KEH and discuss the problem? Is this problem normal in such old cameras? And what about the glue?
Thanks.
In the 1st photo below, there is only 1 thread visible above "40mm"
On the opposite side, there are 4 threads visible above "Germany by"
I gently raised the "40mm" side with a scalpel and saw a little glue residue
I was able to push the ring down on the "40mm" side and it sits flush like on the other side. After shooting a few more frames (and pulling/pushing and focusing the lens), I have to push the ring in again.
I don't think this problem should affect image quality but I also don't like that 1 end of the ring just becomes loose like that and that I have to push it in every now and then. Should I accept the camera as-is as it was in BGN condition or call KEH and discuss the problem? Is this problem normal in such old cameras? And what about the glue?
Thanks.
emraphoto
Veteran
lost the ring on my 35 se on the second day i had it. that was about 12 years ago and it is humming along fine.
Darshan
Well-known
Thanks, makes me feel better.
I guess if I place a filter or a hood the ring should stay put..
I guess if I place a filter or a hood the ring should stay put..
SCLim
Member
That ring is simply stuck on with a bit of glue by the factory. It's mostly for cosmetics.
farlymac
PF McFarland
A little dab of contact cement should fix that. Remember, it was at BGN price, so I wouldn't go off on KEH about it. It might not even have happened before you got it.
PF
PF
zuiko85
Veteran
Must be a common problem. On my 35S the trim ring fell out also. I finally got a hood and that held it in so it wouldn't get lost. I told the guy I sold it to and he didn't seem concerned, said he would just glue it back in place with a bit of rubber cement.
Gregoris
Established
I am expecting my first Rollei 35 (German type - 1967) to arrive any day now through the post.
I read that they are delicate machines and I would like to know what are the main no-no's that I should definitely avoid doing, so to not break my little camera.
For example, cocking the shutter before collapsing the lens? Is that something you have to do, otherwise you cause damage?
Any help, appreciated.
Thanks
I read that they are delicate machines and I would like to know what are the main no-no's that I should definitely avoid doing, so to not break my little camera.
For example, cocking the shutter before collapsing the lens? Is that something you have to do, otherwise you cause damage?
Any help, appreciated.
Thanks
burancap
Veteran
Not so much that it would otherwise cause damage, rather the lens CAN NOT be collapsed if the camera is NOT advanced.
Darshan
Well-known
Very true..you just can't collapse the lens without cocking the shutter. I kind of like it that way as the camera is ready to shoot once you open the lens.
Darshan
Well-known
Congrats, it's the cutest camera I have ever held.
Quite the contrary, I think these little Rolleis are solidly built and they can be put to heavy use without a worry. Having used 2 recently, I don't think they are prone to being damaged easily.
Darshan
Well-known
I did not contact KEH for that problem as it didn't affect functionality and it was listed as a BGN condition. But I did exchange that particular camera for a chrome Rollei in EX condition
, I just couldn't resist a chrome Rollei .
Darshan
Well-known
I want to ask members another question re: these Rolleis - what kind of battery do you use?
So far, I have been using it without a battery but I would like to use it to test the meter, I have heard that the meter is pretty reliable. Has anyone used an adapter by CRIS Camera (Arizona) + PX76?
So far, I have been using it without a battery but I would like to use it to test the meter, I have heard that the meter is pretty reliable. Has anyone used an adapter by CRIS Camera (Arizona) + PX76?
burancap
Veteran
Not sure where you are, but in the states I had one of the local battery chain stores (Batteries Plus, etc.) make me a battery. It was not crazy expensive and it fits and works perfectly with exposures as close to being spot on as to be irrelevant. Took two minutes max to put together while I waited.
Ask for a shrink-wrapped series battery: 3x SR44 + 1x SR43 (four total cells). Bring the Rollei and fit/try the battery before leaving.
Darshan
Well-known
Thanks, looks like a good option but the closest Batteries Plus store is 25 miles from me. Maybe I will ask at a local camera store see if they can do something.
burancap
Veteran
Oops. Does not matter anyway!
After rereading through the thread, I came to realize that you do NOT have an SE or TE. My battery works with them, not your Rollei 35, which uses the old 625 battery.
My fault! I will say though, that I have had good luck using hearing aid batteries with o-rings (or otherwise adapted) in those applications.
Sorry for the confusion!
Darshan
Well-known
No worries.
Gregoris
Established
Well, my Rollei arrived today and it is in perfect working condition - even the meter works. one thing I wanted to make sure is, the slow speeds only work if I keep pressing my finger on the release button. the moment i pick it up, the shutter closes. so, in order to have a full one second's length shutter release i need to keep it on the button until it shuts again, otherwise it will close prematurely. Is this normal?
Also!!! I can't get the lens to collapse and I really don't want to force it. I have cocked the shutter - as discussed - but the lens won't turn anti-clockwise in order to collapse it. Do you have to force it? Judging by what I have read elsewhere, that is a sure way to damage the camera?
Help!
Also!!! I can't get the lens to collapse and I really don't want to force it. I have cocked the shutter - as discussed - but the lens won't turn anti-clockwise in order to collapse it. Do you have to force it? Judging by what I have read elsewhere, that is a sure way to damage the camera?
Help!
Gregoris
Established
never mind, found it. i forgot to push on the little button next to the shutter release. duh...