mick2me 3,033 Posted May 27, 2012 Report Share Posted May 27, 2012 We had a clear out in the garage yesterday, and I found an old camera which I have had for some years. It really should not have been in the garage! Its an Envoy wide angle, usually used by professionals. It came into my possession when I found it chucked in a dustbin many years ago! http://www.photomemo...d/Envoy_WA.html I have a few such old cameras, including my beloved range of Canon FD lens fitting cameras. The above site is good for all old cameras Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Fynger 841 Posted May 27, 2012 Report Share Posted May 27, 2012 Did you find 2 of em ??...posted twice Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mick2me 3,033 Posted May 27, 2012 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2012 Here's a photographer that still uses it today http://www.flickr.com/photos/43334883@N03/5679096185/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mick2me 3,033 Posted May 27, 2012 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2012 Dupe Deleted Estimated value is between $550-$1100 Photo Developments: Envoy Wide angle Price Guide: estimate Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Fynger 841 Posted May 27, 2012 Report Share Posted May 27, 2012 is that a viewfinder or a handle ?? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mick2me 3,033 Posted May 27, 2012 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2012 Wide angle viewfinder. I have also found some early work documents and photographs that are really interesting. Including some Nottstalgic age photographs of me Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Paulus 541 Posted May 27, 2012 Report Share Posted May 27, 2012 I bought a Zenith camera in the late 80's, it was the 'Russian Tractor' of the camera world...............................but took half decent pictures, just weighed a lot....................... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Braddy 160 Posted May 27, 2012 Report Share Posted May 27, 2012 Still got my zenith camera with its two screw on lens but not used it for about over 20 years but it took good photos Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beefsteak 305 Posted May 27, 2012 Report Share Posted May 27, 2012 Remember my "Zenit Photo Sniper" Mick ?? Cost me about 70 quid and I flogged it for 55 about 10 years later ! That took some good , pictures , but it was just a bit to bulky to take on holiday !! AAAAGGGHH Just found one for sale............................... $295 !!!!!!! http://www.zenit-camera.com/photosniper_zenit_camera.htm Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mick2me 3,033 Posted May 28, 2012 Author Report Share Posted May 28, 2012 Yes I remember. I never used one though I handled one at work once. I wonder how you would have gone on with your aircraft photography then? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beefsteak 305 Posted May 28, 2012 Report Share Posted May 28, 2012 It'd have certainly got some funny looks from the other 'snappers'. As I recall, it too had a "half squeeze/ full squeeze" routine. The first 'half squeeze' released the apperture ring, which you 'cocked' before taking a shot ! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dgbrit 258 Posted May 28, 2012 Report Share Posted May 28, 2012 At least back then you got to cock something & got a shot . The squeeze bit sounds fun also Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beefsteak 305 Posted May 28, 2012 Report Share Posted May 28, 2012 It was quite litterally like a rifle , and to be honest , I don't know why no one has tried to design something similar for the gear we have nowadays . (Maybe they have and I've just not seen them !!) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mick2me 3,033 Posted May 28, 2012 Author Report Share Posted May 28, 2012 A Canon Ammunition box! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beefsteak 305 Posted May 28, 2012 Report Share Posted May 28, 2012 Ammunition for a Canon ... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mick2me 3,033 Posted May 28, 2012 Author Report Share Posted May 28, 2012 Canon RPG? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Limey 242 Posted May 28, 2012 Report Share Posted May 28, 2012 LOL - The old Nikon F-series SLRs were noted not only for being robust (and heavy), but also for the amazing noise they made when taking a picture - not exactly a "stealth" camera! They still use a metal shutter, one of the few SLRs that do - and although the digitals are much quieter than the old film ones, they are still pretty noisy! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beefsteak 305 Posted May 29, 2012 Report Share Posted May 29, 2012 It wasn't the shutter release that made a noise as such, it was when the appature ring "Thunked" as it finished making it's spring coiled way round 180 degrees of the lens cilinder!! (I ended up not cocking the apperture ring and just used my own eyesight as a judge) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Limey 242 Posted May 29, 2012 Report Share Posted May 29, 2012 Yeah - the whole thing was a mechanical wonder! Even the mirror mechanism seemed to add to the cacophony when the button was pressed! The mirror returned with a distinct "plop" sound! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ayupmeducks 1,730 Posted March 24, 2014 Report Share Posted March 24, 2014 I brought this up a year or so back, like I said at the time it was a April fools joke, but now looks like Nikon are going to make it a reality. A replaceable back containing a digital sensor etc with a bottom pack that will turn old SLR cameras into digital SLR's. As is agreed, each make and model of camera will have to have custom backs, but so what?? I've a lot of glass that could well be used once more when this hit's the market. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
loppylugs 8,429 Posted March 25, 2014 Report Share Posted March 25, 2014 Sure hope they make one for the Canon FTB, John. I would love to use that camera again. I suppose I could still get some 35mm film but it is sucha hassle compared to digtal. It sure took nice pictures though. Hate to see it gathering dust in the closet but nobody wants to pay anything for them anyway. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mick2me 3,033 Posted March 25, 2014 Author Report Share Posted March 25, 2014 I have a number of Canon FD series cameras from 70s-80s. FTB(n), EF, A1 ae1, and various FD lenses Canon 24mm - 'Vivitar Series 1' 70-210 Cant wait for a back to be released. Your Shutter shock absorber foam may require replacing, they deteriorate. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
loppylugs 8,429 Posted March 25, 2014 Report Share Posted March 25, 2014 Is that a DIY job or does it have to go into a shop? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mick2me 3,033 Posted March 25, 2014 Author Report Share Posted March 25, 2014 I dont know? You will find it along the top front edge of the mirror compartment. The thing is not all Canon backs are removable. There is no reason why a chip cant be put on the film plane and gubbins in the film canister compartment. However any receptor would need to be 36 x 24 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mick2me 3,033 Posted March 25, 2014 Author Report Share Posted March 25, 2014 Take a look at Convert Your Old Film SLR Into a Digital Camera and Nikon patents revive the dream of a digital back for film SLR Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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