Uncle Bill
Well-known
tegel
Newbie
I'm new to the group and recently acquired a SP with 3.5cm f/2.5 and 10.5cm f/2.5. I'm a Nikon F-mount shooter from back in the film days, but this is my first RF.
That is a great setup, and hope to see you posting images here!
30 years ago- I picked up a Nikon S4 with the same lenses, overheard the salesman at a camera store tell an older gentleman that his camera was too old to be considered for a trade-in on an AF SLR. I traded him my Nikon AF SLR kit for it.
30 years ago- I picked up a Nikon S4 with the same lenses, overheard the salesman at a camera store tell an older gentleman that his camera was too old to be considered for a trade-in on an AF SLR. I traded him my Nikon AF SLR kit for it.
wlewisiii
Just another hotel clerk
Excellent story to read, Brian. That's the way it should be.
Taken with my Nikon SP and 5cm F1.4, wide-open- "several years ago"...
The backstory- my Daughter eating a cookie and me making it say "OUCH! You bit me!"
The backstory- my Daughter eating a cookie and me making it say "OUCH! You bit me!"
wlewisiii
Just another hotel clerk
Just "several"? 
Exquisite shot, btw.
Exquisite shot, btw.
tegel
Newbie
I finally got a chance to go out shooting with the SP. On the first day I used the 5cm/1.4. For a few reasons, I decided that I did not like that lens very much and returned it. To adjust the aperture, you have to either hold the lens with 2 hands or put it at infinity focus where it locks in place then it can be adjusted with one hand. I suppose if you are not shooting things close up, it’s not too bad, but that brings me to my other gripe. The focus scale on the camera (which are visible when using this lens) seemed to be wildly off compared to the viewfinder. At first, I assumed it was the viewfinder, but the focus seems more accurate with the 3.5cm and 10.5cm. I have not developed the roll yet, so this is all speculation. I also decided that I like the 35mm focal length better.
As for the camera body, it seems to be functioning correctly, but I find focusing with the viewfinder to be difficult. When I look through it, I see a bright (yellowish) area in the center which seems to block out my subject and I have to move it slightly to focus before shooting.
I’ve been trying my hand at some street shots using zone focusing, and I must say the shutter is whisper quiet compared to my F1 and FM2n.
I hope to get the test roll developed soon.
As for the camera body, it seems to be functioning correctly, but I find focusing with the viewfinder to be difficult. When I look through it, I see a bright (yellowish) area in the center which seems to block out my subject and I have to move it slightly to focus before shooting.
I’ve been trying my hand at some street shots using zone focusing, and I must say the shutter is whisper quiet compared to my F1 and FM2n.
I hope to get the test roll developed soon.
If you set the 50/1.4 or other lens that uses the internal mount: setting to infinity lets the "infinity lock" hold the lens still. Use this mainly for removing the lens, but it will also work for setting the aperture. Once the film is back- you may discover the Rangefinder needs adjustment. Best to test at infinity, and at closest focus.
photoman12001
Member
I'm having a lot of fun with these (S & S2) and about to finish a roll of film through each.
The loose lens is for an inbound Leica IIIF.
The loose lens is for an inbound Leica IIIF.
@photoman12001
Very nice start down the path - and I see a Zoom Finder just waiting for more lenses.
Very nice start down the path - and I see a Zoom Finder just waiting for more lenses.
photoman12001
Member
I just got that yesterday but turns out it’s broken. The post the rides in the spiral groove to raise & lower the lens is gone. I’d fix it if I could find the part but no luck so I’ll probably return it.
wlewisiii
Just another hotel clerk
S4 in hand today with the 50/1.4 & half case I got with my S2. The hippie strap started a long time ago on my mother's Canon AE-1...
have a beautiful 105/2.5 & a 28/3.5 that I plan to use with it as well. I have a roll of XP2 in it and two in the strap Time for some fun
have a beautiful 105/2.5 & a 28/3.5 that I plan to use with it as well. I have a roll of XP2 in it and two in the strap
Time for some fun Attachments
wlewisiii
Just another hotel clerk
Nothing special, I just got my cheap 28 finder in today to replace the same cheap 28 finder I misplaced and had everything out so a quick and dirty snap of my little selection:
My Zeiss Tessar red T 50/3.5 that Sonnar Brian put together is on my M 240 via my Amedeo so it wasn't included
My Zeiss Tessar red T 50/3.5 that Sonnar Brian put together is on my M 240 via my Amedeo so it wasn't included
Darinwc
Well-known
I traded 2 lenses for this Nikon S2 a few weeks ago. It's not perfect, but appears to be working and usable. I don't have a wide angle Nikkor. Will a Zeiss biogon be ok on it?
wrs1145
A native Texan living far from home
About 20 years ago when I bought my Canon Model P from one of the many camera stores in Seoul at the time, I wish I had known about the Nikon rangefinders but there were none at at the time. I envy you guys.
Bill
Bill
wlewisiii
Just another hotel clerk
A good Canon P is a lovely camera too, don't sell it short. I do really like my S4 though
Cascadilla
Well-known
A post war 35 mm Biogon will be fine on your S 2. A Nikkor 3.5 cm f/2.5 will also work well on your S 2 and will probably be cheaper to buy.
Darinwc
Well-known
Thanks. I'll give biogon a try since I have one. I have not found a Nikkor yet. I'll keep my eyes open!
Timmyjoe
Veteran
The S2 kit I sold a few years ago. I do miss it.
Best,
-Tim
Best,
-Tim
wlewisiii
Just another hotel clerk
Nice, Tim. I have a CV 21/4 arriving next week to add to mine. After that I'll probably, eventually supplement my J12 with a Nikkor 35/2.5 but I'm pretty happy where I'm at now with the S4.