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October 25, 2018 in Cameras, Reviews

One Sunday afternoon I picked up a Canon QL 17 G-III at the Fort Greene Flea Market in Brooklyn for $30. The value in 2018 is about 100 to 140 USD so $30 was a great deal. The Canon QL 17 G-III is…

Read More Tags: Canon QL17 G-III, United States, Unknown, Rangefinder, Canon April 09, 2015 in Cameras, Film, Lenses, Tips/Resources/Guides

There’s much to be debated when asking “Is film dead?” In my opinion it could best be summarized by saying, “Film is not dead, it’s just not a necessity.” Though some film purists would disagree.

Read More Tags: Canon FTb QL, Kodak Ultramax 400, Canon February 24, 2015 in Lenses, Entertainment

I have to say the ingenuity that goes into making even an old lens is truly incredible. It’s easier to understand after watching this video, why lens manufacturers with a long track record of building…

Read More February 04, 2015 in Cameras, Lenses, Entertainment

Today we find out just how far we can go with teleconverter stacking. High above the streets of New York City, tourists atop the Empire State Building become the subject of our teleconverter ridiculousness…