The Argus C3 is one of the most ubiquitous cameras in the United States. Rarely will one pass through a flea market or antiques mall without seeing one of these “bricks”. As such, they are often overlooked as a decent… Read More ›
Rangefinder
Minolta Super A
This is a gorgeous rangefinder that I cannot wait to use. It has classic styling and features that matched or bested many of its rivals. Of particular note are the centrally located shutter speed selector and click-stop aperture ring both… Read More ›
Konica Auto S2
This is the Konica Auto S2 produced by Konishiroku starting in 1965. It was also sold in the United States as the Wards am551. Along with a light meter, it has a fixed f1.8 45mm Hexanon lens and as the name… Read More ›
Apparat and Kamerabau Akarette II
The Akarette II, made by German company Apparat & Kamerabau is surprisingly good. It’s scale focus and 50mm lens produce nice results. A 75mm lens was also available and the camera has a switch on the viewfinder to adjust to the… Read More ›
Apparat & Kamerabau Arette 1C
The Arette 1C made by German manufacturer Apparat & Kamerabau in 1957 has surprised me. It is a more solid shooter than expected and aside from a couple of quirks, well designed. The rewind knob release mechanism and shutter release… Read More ›
Voigtländer Prominent
This is a camera that has been on my radar for a long time but didn’t think I’d add to the collection anytime soon because of its typically high price point. When this one showed up at a local flea… Read More ›
Mamiya Six IV
Not to be confused with the later Mamiya 6, this is the Mamiya Six folding camera. I came across this camera when trying to decide what gear to take on a multi-day backpacking trip. It was only after receiving the… Read More ›
