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Soligor TM + Domiplan Review: Vintage 35mm SLR with Soul - Dutch|Thrift
Soligor TM + Domiplan Review: Vintage 35mm SLR with Soul
Mechanical M42 SLR with a characterful Meyer-Optik Domiplan 50mm f/2.8. Fully functional without batteries; only the meter needs power. Ideal for slow, intentional 35mm shooting and creative blur. M42 mount... Read more...
Edixa-Mat Travenar 135mm f/3.5 Lens Review for Vintage Lovers - Dutch|Thrift
Edixa-Mat Travenar 135mm f/3.5 Lens Review for Vintage Lovers
The Edixa-Mat Travenar 135mm f/3.5 is a classic German telephoto with a distinctive vintage rendering. M42 mount makes it easy to adapt to modern mirrorless cameras for photo and video.... Read more...
Exploring the Minolta Hi‑Matic SD 35mm Point & Shoot Film Camera - Dutch|Thrift
Exploring the Minolta Hi‑Matic SD 35mm Point & Shoot Film Camera
Compact 35mm point & shoot with automatic exposure and focus. Ideal for beginners and casual film shooters who value simplicity. Runs on easy‑to‑find AA batteries for motor and flash. Great... Read more...
Minolta X-700 + 35–105mm: A Classic Film Combo Reborn - Dutch|Thrift
Minolta X-700 + 35–105mm: A Classic Film Combo Reborn
Minolta X-700 is a legendary, beginner-friendly SLR with serious manual control. The MD Zoom 35–105mm f/3.5–4.5 covers wide to short tele in one compact lens. Perfect for slowing down, learning... Read more...
Nikon F2 with 28mm f/3.5 Nikkor Review & Buying Guide - Dutch|Thrift
Nikon F2 with 28mm f/3.5 Nikkor Review & Buying Guide
The Nikon F2 is a fully mechanical 35mm SLR built for decades of use. The 28mm f/3.5 Nikkor is a compact, sharp, classic wide-angle lens. Second-hand copies are reliable when... Read more...
Minolta 7000 AF + 35–70mm f/4 Review & Buying Guide - Dutch|Thrift
Minolta 7000 AF + 35–70mm f/4 Review & Buying Guide
Minolta 7000 AF was the first mass-market autofocus SLR and still feels futuristic in the hand. The 35–70mm f/4 zoom is sharp, compact, and perfect as a walk‑around film lens.... Read more...
Canon EOS 5 + 35–80mm Review: Classic EF Film Kit Guide - Dutch|Thrift
Canon EOS 5 + 35–80mm Review: Classic EF Film Kit Guide
The Canon EOS 5 is a 90s prosumer film SLR with modern-feeling handling and EF lens support. Paired with the 35–80mm f/4–5.6, it’s a lightweight walkaround kit for everyday analog... Read more...
Exploring the Minolta 9000 AF with 35–200mm Zoom for Film Creators - Dutch|Thrift
Exploring the Minolta 9000 AF with 35–200mm Zoom for Film Creators
Minolta 9000 AF blends manual film shooting with early but capable autofocus. The AF Zoom Xi 35–200mm offers a versatile all‑in‑one focal range for 35mm film. With A‑to‑E mount adapters,... Read more...
Jupiter 4/135 M39 Review: Vintage Telephoto Magic on Digital - Dutch|Thrift
Jupiter 4/135 M39 Review: Vintage Telephoto Magic on Digital
Classic 135mm M39 telephoto with soft contrast and smooth, vintage bokeh. Easy to adapt to most mirrorless cameras with simple M39 and M42 adapters. Perfect for portraits, details and cinematic... Read more...
Olympus 135mm f/3.5 OM Mount Review: Vintage Telephoto Gem - Dutch|Thrift
Olympus 135mm f/3.5 OM Mount Review: Vintage Telephoto Gem
Compact 135mm telephoto lens with classic Olympus OM build and handling. Excellent on modern mirrorless bodies via simple, affordable adapters. Balanced sharpness and gentle contrast for portraits and cinematic looks.... Read more...
Canon Speedlite 430EZ: Vintage Flash Power for Modern Creators - Dutch|Thrift
Canon Speedlite 430EZ: Vintage Flash Power for Modern Creators
Canon Speedlite 430EZ is a classic, powerful hot-shoe flash with full manual control. Works great on many modern cameras via manual mode and simple triggers or adapters. Perfect for learning... Read more...
Contax II + Zeiss 50mm f/3.5 Review and Usage Guide - Dutch|Thrift
Contax II + Zeiss 50mm f/3.5 Review and Usage Guide
Contax II is a classic 35mm mechanical rangefinder with a bright Zeiss 50mm f/3.5. Best for deliberate street, documentary, and fine-art photography. Works brilliantly today with slow film and a... Read more...