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Leica 180-degree Flash Bracket CTOOM/15545
CTOOM/15545 (19531964) describes an adjustable bracket that is designed to be fitted to the base of a camera, allowing the flash gun to be positioned at any angle through 180 degrees. Initially, this accessory was manufactured using white plastic; however, by the mid-1950s, it was being produced using black painted metal. I must say, I…
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How to focus off-center with Leica M?
When using Leica M rangefinder cameras, focusing off-center is actually quite simple. Just focus on the off-center object first, then keep the focus ring in position and shift the camera left or right to recompose the image. If you can estimate the distance to the object, you can also use the distance scale on the…
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Leica uses SR44 or LR44?
Leica uses SR44 or LR44? LR44 and SR44 are both button cell batteries with a similar size and shape, but they have some differences in their chemical composition and performance. LR44 batteries are alkaline batteries, while SR44 batteries are silver oxide batteries. Alkaline batteries have a higher energy density and a longer shelf life, but…
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Leica M3 single-stroke and double-stroke models have distinctive serial number features.
There are numerous versions of the Leica M3, and over time, many people have shared their experiences with them. Some enthusiasts have even published books on the subject. However, there are sometimes discrepancies in how people differentiate between the various models, and I have personally encountered versions that are not covered in their collective experiences.…
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Xiaomi 13 Pro street photography
Sure, I can help you polish the translation. Here’s the refined version: These days, capturing photos of flowers and plants with a smartphone is no longer a challenge. Achieving background blur is also not a difficult feat, thanks to the advancements in chip algorithms. Additionally, smartphones have made significant progress in HDR capabilities. The Xiaomi…
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music photography
Occasionally, I still enjoy listening to CDs, and when it comes to selecting which one to play, it’s strange how often the decision is based on visual appeal. Rather than suggesting that photography is a component of music, it’s more apt to say that “music is also photography.” This particular CD is from 2017 and…
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Rollei RPX100 black and white film
For those who enjoy shooting with Leica lenses at wide apertures, ISO 100 film remains a popular choice that offers greater convenience than ISO 400, particularly when using large apertures like f/0.95 or f/1.4. Furthermore, ISO 100 film can produce much finer image quality than ISO 400 film. The Rollei RPX film boasts a remarkably…
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FOMAPAN 100 profi line classic Black and White Film
Fomapan 100 Film Overall, the film base is slightly thinner, with high transparency and is easy to scan. However, one drawback is that the frame numbers on the film edges are marked based on half-frame cameras, which means that Fomapan has over 70 frame markings, whereas the standard 135 format film has only 36. Nevertheless,…
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SHANG HAI GP3 100 135 FILM
Shanghai GP3 gained a share of the low-end market mainly due to its affordability. Shanghai GP3 deserves praise for persevering in the film industry during its darkest period. Despite the challenges, the brand continued to produce film, possibly due to its small factory scale and low price point. Notably, the 120 film produced by the…
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I’m passionate about photography and poetry. I sometimes even think they’re one and the same.