trineonx
Member
For the poster asking about FSU lenses, the shots I posted were all with an Industar 61 l/d. As far as the meter goes, I guess I just don't like the way it presents the information. This is comparing apples to oranges, but my work cameras (EOS-1D series) allow me to see how far off I am by up to three stops in either direction in 1/3 stop increments, as have other slr's (mechanical and elctronic/digital) I have owned. I mutch prefer a needle, or digital approximation of a needle. I guess I'm just spoiled. On the other hand, exposure lattitude in print films is a lot more than I can get away with in digital, so metering is less crucial.
I also got my 28 ultron, and it is a fantastic lens. Construction is superb, at least as good as some of my canon L lenses. Image quality is very good, even wide open. I might get some pictures from that posted soon.
Unfortunately for voigtlander fans, a deal on an M2 with a 50 'cron popped up, so I might be selling the body, then again, I find the R to be superb camera overall.
I also got my 28 ultron, and it is a fantastic lens. Construction is superb, at least as good as some of my canon L lenses. Image quality is very good, even wide open. I might get some pictures from that posted soon.
Unfortunately for voigtlander fans, a deal on an M2 with a 50 'cron popped up, so I might be selling the body, then again, I find the R to be superb camera overall.
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markrich
Enthusiatic amatuer
I'ved been offered a black Bessa R with very little usage markings for £125 (US$250). I have a Jupiter 8 already to attach to it. Is this a good deal or should I carry on looking?
kaiyen
local man of mystery
I just got one for slightly under $200, the black/chrome one. Seems like it's in excellent condition. I've been seeing most for a bit over $200. Not sure that helps...
brachal
Refrigerated User
I paid $200 for a scruffy but functional silver R in 2005. I later bought a new silver R for, IIRC, $250. The black finish is a little more expensive, and the R has been out of production for several years. I think it's a good price. The R is a great camera, and I think you will get a lot of joy using it with a Jupiter-8. I've used: Industar-61ld, Jupiter-8, Jupiter-3, Jupiter-9, and the Jupiter-11 with my R, and have always been happy with the results. I also have the CV 35mm f/2.8 Skopar and CV 28mm f/3.5 Skopar: those two are real gems -- well made, compact, great contrast, and extremely sharp.
januaryman
"Flim? You want flim?"
$250 for a good, clean Bessa R seems fine to me. If you wait or barter for a cheaper one, the time may never come, the cheaper camera may be in worse condition needing a CLA and ultimately costing more. YMMV.
kaiyen
local man of mystery
If you were selling that R without the lens I'd consider it. I don't need a 2nd 35mm lens :-(
oscroft
Veteran
If you're spoiled, then I am too. The match-needle is by far the best exposure indicator ever invented, and my only real criticism of the Bessa-R is that the LED indicators are far inferior - I'm spoiled by Pentax Spotmatics and Olympus OMs.
trineonx
Member
The Bessa (black) that I started this thread about I got on the classifieds here for $175. Cosmetically not perfect, but who cares.
The attached picture is a slightly cropped shot taken with the 28 Ultron. Bonus points if you can tell me where it was taken (Its not Mesa Verde, but it is close.
The attached picture is a slightly cropped shot taken with the 28 Ultron. Bonus points if you can tell me where it was taken (Its not Mesa Verde, but it is close.
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aronchi
Newbie
And maybe I can get my first 35 mm lens
If you split the package in two, maybe you can sell it
Let me know the details if you're interested, i'm In Europe.