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26 January 2008
Nikon F2 Photomic Film Camera
11 of 11 found this helpful The Nikon F2 Photomic film camera is not only a camera of now legendary status, it is also, arguably, considered by many as the best SLR film camera produced by Nikon... Not bad for a product discontinued nearly 30 years ago in such a competitive and technology driven world as that of camera design.
The camera had a feel of solidity seldom encountered in modern products. It feel heavy and big, but at the same time surprisingly comfortable and fits firmly in your hands.
It is worth noting that I was interested in this specific camera for several reasons.
Firstly, it was a later model (serial number 802XXXX), which means that it was not only likely to be in better condition, but also wasn't going to be regarded as a priceless collectible. These are wonderful tools to use for any serious photographer and is is sometimes disconcerting that some intend to pay several thousands of Dollars for a camera which they just intend to keep on a shelf or in a box...
Second, its previous owner had had the camera modified to receive a special gridded viewfinder screen, which is perfect for using the camera for architectural photography or on a copy stand, which is also what I intend to use it for. Another bonus, is that this probably reduced the price of the camera even further as collectors only bid high on unmodified cameras in original condition.
Third and lastly, the camera had obviously been kept very well by a professional photographer and so was stil in exceptional condition for its age: It is scratchless, except for the bottom where it was attached to a motordrive, and the back, where ther is a small window to put a label as a reminder of what film you're using.
Another big bonus of the F2, as opposed to its forebear, the iconic Nikon F, which is also, as a matter of fact, my everyday camera, is that the meter head is always center weighted, which means that it measures light from the centre of the picture, rather than the whole of the frame and is designed to accept modern bateries. Normally, a Nikon F meter head needs to be recalibrated for this, (an often costly operation that only few professional repaimen know how to carry out properly) Also, as soon as I put new batteries in the camera, the light meter started measuring light accurately.
Of course, before you decide to buy such a piece of equipment, I would recommend that you communicate with the seller in order to ensure that you are fully aware of the condition of the product you are buying.
Many cameras sold on ebay are in apaling condition and I only got lucky because I knew I was buying from a local reputable seller who knew his products inside out.
One last piece of advice: The F2 is a top of the range professional camera and its operation is 100% manual; also, it require at least basic knowledge of photography before you can start shooting away and so is definitely not for the novice. Bearing this in mind, it clearly outperforms many current models and it is sad that the supply of these superb mnachines is now dwindling because of lack of interest, lack of care, or machine falling into the wrong hands, a market now driven towards amateur point and shoot models, or simply collectors driving up the prices because of some strange obsession with serial numbers.
If anybody from Nikon is reading this, I simply want to say this as a conclusion: This was your very best model, if you wanted to make a new batch, you'd probably sell them for a lot more than the few dollars I got mine for
17 May 2016
Shure SM58 microphone.
6 of 6 found this helpful I'm the guitarist and backing vocal singer for London based Garage-Punk band Gore Dinah.
I bought these 2 mics to use on stage and in the studio as I was getting tired of using studio or venue mics. Its always a bit of a lottery and studio mics are usually about the smelliest, dirtiest thing I can thing off. Think about it: every toothless, booze soaked idiot has been spitting into them before you. After a bit if research, aided by personal experience, I decided to pull the trigger on these 2 mics offered on EBay.
Back in '66, though I might be off by a year or so, Shure produced something along the lines of the best dynamic microphone ever. Although it borrowed heavily from it's predecessor, the Shure SM57, which is also still in production and other models going back to the pre war years, the SM58 differs massively from other models by its sheers robustness and response, making it the overwhelming choice for both live and studio applications.
You can literarily throw anything at it and it will doggedly keep on performing the way it's supposed to.
The lot I recent purchased on Ebay contained a fairly recent SM58 made in Mexico and an extremely venerable one, probably made at some point in the late 60's in the US.
Both mics show extensive traces of wear. Only their gloves had been changed for new aftermarket ones.
What's astonishing is that both mics have exactly the same frequency response as each other and also compared to a brand new fresh off the shelf one.
That's right. Regardless of vintage or place of production, Shure mics are the same. As tough and as sensitive as they ever were. What's more, shure can supply parts, which means that, regardless of the condition in which it comes to you, your Shure mic can be made to work like a new one, like it did back in the 60's and like it will do for, I can only imagine, many years to come.
Now, it is important to understand that a mic choice is a very personal one. I have used AKG mics, among other makes which, in my mind, have a better sound, especially in the treble end of the spectrum.
It's not that the Shure sounds bad, it's just that, once again, in my opinion, the AKG sounds better. It also has an on/off switch which is cruelly on the Shure.
Still, I keep on using the Shure SM 58 over any other mic.
Why? Simply because other mics feel like toys in comparison. I'm not particularly hard on my kit but everything else has failed on me eventually.
Only the Shure SM58 keeps on working the way it's supposed to.
The only time I've seen a SM58 failing, actually, is because a previous user had messed with it.
In conclusion, if you must only own one mic, make sure it's a Shure SM58. It really is the overwhelming choice.
Thanks for reading!
16 April 2020
A perfect choice for touring and commuting!
Not much to say. It works exactly as it should with both indexed or friction gearing. Gear changing is smooth and trouble free. The only noticeable difference between this and a much more expensive set is the weight. Also, it is probably better suited for commuters, touring, tandems and other applications where durability and reliability are more important than weight.
the one I got is now fitted on a Dawes all steel road bike I use for commuting. It has transformed the bike and I couldn't be happier with it.