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While I admire Leica rangefinder cameras (both screw mount and M system), if I were stranded on island and only allowed to have 1 camera, then it would be a Has
by anta40 4y ago
While I admire Leica rangefinder cameras (both screw mount and M system), if I were stranded on island and only allowed to have 1 camera, then it would be a Hasselblad, or Rolleiflex SL66 :D
- armadsen 4y agoI love my SL66, but it’s so (relatively) big and heavy. My Leica MP is small and light enough that it never annoys me being around my neck.
- anta40 4y agoWell, eventually, different tools for different purposes, though. For my purpose, SL66/Hasselblad outperforms the Leica for these reasons: - interchangebale film backs - more longer lenses - macro work - bigger negatives You may assume I don't shooting anything moving fast, and very likely on tripod. True. I usually use medium format when I have something specific in mind, like personal projects. If not, any 35mm gear is sufficient.
- nbzso 4y agoIf we speak of street photography, I have another favorite: Rollei 35 S. But it is usable only for zone focusing. Hassies are cool, but SL66 is a workhorse which is unbeatable. For medium format street scenarios, twin-lens Rolleis are light and easy to operate.