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Nikkormat EL + 50mm f/2: A Timeless Nikon SLR Film Kit - Dutch|Thrift
Nikkormat EL + 50mm f/2: A Timeless Nikon SLR Film Kit
Classic Nikon F-mount SLR with durable metal body and aperture-priority auto exposure. Nikkor 50mm f/2 is a sharp, compact all-round lens for everyday film photography. Works with widely available PX28/4LR44... Read more...
Minolta AF 100–200mm f/4.5 Review: A Compact Telephoto Gem - Dutch|Thrift
Minolta AF 100–200mm f/4.5 Review: A Compact Telephoto Gem
Compact, lightweight telephoto zoom with classic Minolta color and character. Works on Sony E-mount with the right A-to-E adapter and in-body stabilization. Excellent for portraits, compressed landscapes, and candid street... Read more...
Panasonic Lumix G Vario 45–150mm: Compact Telezoom Classic - Dutch|Thrift
Panasonic Lumix G Vario 45–150mm: Compact Telezoom Classic
Compact, lightweight telephoto zoom for Micro Four Thirds cameras. 90–300mm full-frame equivalent reach in a small package. MEGA O.I.S. stabilization supports sharp handheld photos and video. Excellent value on the... Read more...
Panasonic Lumix G Vario 45–150mm Used Lens Review & Guide - Dutch|Thrift
Panasonic Lumix G Vario 45–150mm Used Lens Review & Guide
Compact, lightweight telephoto zoom ideal for travel and everyday Micro Four Thirds shooting. Sharp results, effective Power O.I.S. and silent autofocus still hold up in 2026. Works on all Panasonic... Read more...
Olympus OM30 + 35–70mm f/4: A Forgotten Analog Gem - Dutch|Thrift
Olympus OM30 + 35–70mm f/4: A Forgotten Analog Gem
Olympus OM30 is a unique transitional SLR, sitting between classic manual and early electronic cameras. The Auto-Zoom 35–70mm f/4 is a compact walkaround lens with a versatile focal range. Perfect... Read more...
Olympus OM30 & 35–70mm f/4 review: analog control, modern creativity - Dutch|Thrift
Olympus OM30 & 35–70mm f/4 review: analog control, modern creativity
The Olympus OM30 blends manual control with early automation in a compact SLR body. The Olympus Auto-Zoom 35–70mm f/4 is a sharp, practical walk-around zoom for film and digital. Aperture... Read more...
Olympus OM30 Film Camera Kit with 35–70mm Lens Review - Dutch|Thrift
Olympus OM30 Film Camera Kit with 35–70mm Lens Review
Compact Olympus OM30 SLR with Auto-Zoom 35–70mm f/4 is a versatile everyday film kit. Aperture-priority auto exposure makes it beginner-friendly yet still fully capable for experts. 35–70mm zoom covers street,... Read more...
Canon EOS 300 Review: Compact 35mm Film SLR with 28–90mm Lens - Dutch|Thrift
Canon EOS 300 Review: Compact 35mm Film SLR with 28–90mm Lens
Lightweight 35mm Canon EF-mount SLR, ideal for learning film photography. Compatible with all Canon EF lenses, including many modern autofocus options. Great everyday zoom range with the 28–90mm f/4–5.6 EF... Read more...
Canon EOS 300 Kit Review: Classic 35mm Film for Modern Creators - Dutch|Thrift
Canon EOS 300 Kit Review: Classic 35mm Film for Modern Creators
Canon EOS 300 is a lightweight 35mm SLR ideal for returning or new film shooters. EF 28–90mm kit lens covers everyday focal lengths for portraits, travel, and street. Works with... Read more...
Vivitar Auto Telephoto 200mm f/3.5 Review for Modern Shooters - Dutch|Thrift
Vivitar Auto Telephoto 200mm f/3.5 Review for Modern Shooters
Solid, all‑metal 200mm telephoto with classic rendering and M42 screw mount. Works beautifully on modern mirrorless cameras with a simple adapter. Best between f/3.5–f/5.6 for contrasty, characterful images and video.... Read more...
Domiplan 2.8/50 Exa Mount Lens: Vintage Magic on Modern Cameras - Dutch|Thrift
Domiplan 2.8/50 Exa Mount Lens: Vintage Magic on Modern Cameras
The Domiplan 2.8/50 is a simple vintage 50mm with distinctive character and swirl. Adapted to mirrorless, it’s ideal for dreamy portraits and creative video work. Shoot around f/4–5.6 for better... Read more...
Tokina 35–300mm f/4–5.6–7 Review for Pentax KAF Shooters - Dutch|Thrift
Tokina 35–300mm f/4–5.6–7 Review for Pentax KAF Shooters
All‑in‑one 35–300mm zoom for Pentax KAF mount with screw‑drive AF. Solid vintage build, characterful rendering, softer at the long end. Great value second‑hand for travel, walk‑around and experimental work. Check... Read more...