Street Photography With My Dream Camera (Rolleiflex 2.8F)
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- Опубліковано 2 жов 2024
- Rolleiflex 2.8F - I’ve wanted this camera since I began doing street photography. KEH’s selection of Rolleiflex cameras: shrsl.com/3yebs. Support my channel and help me create more videos like this geni.us/trovatten.
Today I do street photography in Mexico City with my Rolleiflex 2.8F. I’ve wanted this film camera for a long time and I finally got to it.
My gear recommendation for street photography:
My Rolleiflex 2.8F shrsl.com/3yebs
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My photo gear
Fuji X-T5 - geni.us/XT-5
My Rolleiflex 2.8F film camera - shrsl.com/2ibbs
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My three primary Fujifilm lenses
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Gear I use to make my videos
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My Social Media
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You will see a lot of black and white film photography shot with my Rolleiflex 2.8F going forward. I just bought 150 rolls of Kodak Tri-X, so prepare yourself for a lot of analog photography.
#photography #streetphotography #filmphotography
The Rolleiflex camera is a classic medium format camera that was popular during the mid-20th century. It features a twin-lens reflex design, which means that there are two lenses mounted on the camera, one for taking the picture and the other for viewing the scene. This design allows for precise framing and composition, making it a favorite among professional film photographers.
I’ve wanted this camera since I began doing street photography. I'm SO excited about this! I bought my Rolleiflex 2.8F here: shrsl.com/3yebs.
Sou do Brasil e gostaria de ter uma máquina dessa...
You are literally the most underrated street photog on youtube! I love your approach to street photography and how you interact with your subjects. Your videos are great, Frederik keep killin it
Thank you so much mate! Really appreciate it! And I have big videos coming soon :)!
Agreed
Como faço para adquirir uma máquina igual a essa que você está usando?
The photo of the girl doing her eye makeup is insanely good. Great video as always.
Thanks a lot Lee!
Yeeeees more analogue, he’s becoming one of us. Don’t worry too much about exposure, as long as you’re giving it more light not less negative film is very forgiving to exposures being wrong.
Also dang a 2.8f that can’t have been cheap. Haha $3k you even said.
When I was young (many years ago) this camera was the Rolls Royce of cameras. The resolution was incredible. Very easy to use. If you get a chance the Nikonos underwater camera is also worth a look. Tough but very clear photography. My dad dropped it from a helicopter in Viet Nam from 500 m . He found it and kept shooting.
Your enthusiasm is infectious. Best day of any photographers life is getting their favourite camera in the post. Congrats mate.
Thank you for taking the time to write these words :)!
Well said!
I LOVE these photos! Just enough of the contrast and, honestly, being a bit closer will bring more emotion.. for me, that’s my opinion. I was emotionally invested the photo of the girl putting the makeup on. I think too, that since your looking down, like you said, you’ll be able to get closer and that will make you enjoy your work even more
Thanks mate! It’s a lot of fun trying this camera! And more film coming as you know hah
With the butterfly scene I scream to tv... Nail it! Nail it! And then you nail it! - love to have that conection. Saludos desde Chile
I been a photographer since 2013. My dream camera is a nikon d3. I bought it it's life like images. Low light Batman. I love it
God, these photos are so stunning, the portraits especially
Dude, I do not really know how to say it, but I LOVE THIS CHANNEL!!! I mean, you share your work with us and you always motivate to take pictures! Awesome work
Thanks a lot my man!
I very much enjoyed this video. I’m having my 2.8F cleaned and adjusted and can’t wait to get it back.
Man, this video reminded me of when I held my dream camera for the first time, in my case a Hasselblad 500cm. They are difficult cameras, but as you say, addictive, and very interesting. What I don't understand is that rollei are so expensive compared to hassel. Congratulations
That lens! I wonder how colour photos look like. Great street photos!
Yes! I’ll try soon :)!
Interesting how the locals didn't have a second question about you taking their photo but with the American guys it was 20 questions...
Mexicans are extremely friendly and humble people
@@iamyou111 two things us Americans aren't known for... LOL
@@AnchorTH Definitely not. Most Americans are full of themselves or have a superiority complex.. Less willing to help, more guarded, less small talk... living in Mexico is a different experience for sure lol
To be fair the questions of the US people were more of interest in photography (mentioning the camera, asking if he was shooting color or black and white) than of concern to what he was doing taking photos
That cigar guy was an ass
Expensive with great build quality and optics. Twin lenses reflex viewfinder takes time to get used to. This camera will last forever.
Great video. Perfect Spanish. People understand you and trust you. I would love to follow and see more content like this
Some great photos and the Rolleiflex is a fantastic camera. I got my Rolleiflex Automat recently with a bunch of accessories for a great price in beautiful condition from a local shop. I have been really enjoying shooting with it and I love TLRs.
Congratulation! You are where you need to be! The camera will change everything! Good shooting!
You've don it again! Beautiful camera, awesome first rolls, I'm impressed!
Beautiful camera and nice shots
Thanks Juan!
Only the second vlog of yours that I have watched, your style is so relaxed and I like how we see your first impressions of your own photos...ones you say ‘nah’ to I am thinking cool and wow 😂 superb camera
My dads friends dad passed a few years ago and he gave me one. It's just been sitting on my office desk. Finally looked at it didn't realize how much there are worth! Going to order film ASAP! Need to clean the lenses and all that but it's in decent shape other than some dirt. Might break it down and complelty clean inside
Just discovered your channel and watched so many videos today. Thank you for a very interesting approach and presentation.
Love the video, and love your playfulness and and self-criticism!
Great video and what a great camera. I have a Pentax 6x7 myself and I love it, but I really like the idea of being a fly on the wall instead of feeling like a paparazzi. I would like to get a TLR at some point for street photography. Subscribed! Hilsen fra Aarhus. 😉
A fine machine you have got. I own a Rolleicord Va without lightmeter but you don't really need it these days, there's a bunch of smartphone apps that will do the job. I agree with you, Ilford is more forgiving a film, I usually shoot FP4 125 and reserve the Tri X for 35mm (I shoot a Contax II and a Nikon FM2, both great cameras and gorgeous looking also) snapshots. My Rollei cost me less than 400$, 3,5 aperture, sturdy as a sledgehammer. That's another advantage of the Rollei. Combined with the leatherband it makes an excellent defensive weapon. You can knock off any knave's teeth with a single blow.
One gizmo you may like to use is a cable trigger. It makes you much more unconspicuous and it helps a lot with slower speeds.
Congratulations on the new camera! It's a beauty. Can't wait to see more upcoming videos of you using it.
Thanks Talya!
A cool video, with great streets and very nice people. Thanks.
There's a kindness to your work that many street photographers lack. Excellent work, sir!
That’s such a nice compliment. Really. Thank you!
Heeeyyyy! I don’t lack that!!
Have been owning a Rolleiflex E with the 2.8 Planar (mind you, in perfect working order) for 31 years and wanted to sell it yesterday. The dealer offered me 375 EUR 🧐.
Have decided to keep it, and this film has confirmed my decision.
Congratulation sir .You have the best Masterpiece on yours hands.nice pictures .continue.please
I just bought one recently and saw your channel on the recommendations. Just had to watch and it I got inspired! Thanks so much!
Well done. You got a good one. Better than you could have hoped for.
I agree!
I sold my rollei planar 3.5 and miss so much, one of the best cameras of all time no doubt!
That tri-x 400 is something special
I sold tons of old medium format gear. Now I want some of it back.
Great video, very nice shots! Rolleiflex cameras are awesome, great purchase!
Walking around the DF with a $3k camera! 😳 You are brave indeed!
I love the recap at the end. New sub here. Thanks
Congratulations on the rolleiflex! It’s a beauty! I have my beloved 2.8 E that is a bit more worn than yours, but take care of it and it will last you a lifetime!! Also the built in meters on these guys can get a little tricky as i you’ve found. They’re far from spot. A trick i like using with mine is lightly cupping my hand slightly in front of the meter and getting a similar light condition of your subject but at an angle away from the sun, then meter off the hand. This works in most cases with mine, but you’ll find where yours is happiest in backlit situations as you use it. Enjoy it in good health!
Another great video! Also like your black background, microphone and lighting. Would love to see a bts of your studio setup.
Rolleflexin in the streets, you are the King
I love your videos, starting to become an addict! Your videos makes me wanna get out and take some photos, thanks!! And the Mexican people, wow! They seem so friendly and warm hearted!
Much nicer than the U.S. where I’m at. Makes me want to shoot there
Congrats on your Rolleiflex
Very natural video, well done! Please keep them coming. Perfect English, Spanish, German (I assume), I'm not jealous ......
Love this video incredible photos I recently dug out my old Bronica ETRSi to shoot landscapes for my Channel I’m itching to shoot street photography with it. Love the shot of the masked lady with the mirror new sub for you mate ❤️📷📷📷📷
It’s nice to have a camera that motivate you to go out and take some pictures, good job Federico
Yess! Exactly! Thanks!
brooo!!! i love your job! the photos have something that really convey an emotion
Thanks mate!
Just found this channel interestingly as I am curious of starting in film photography. These pictures were so inspiring!
Some great environmental portraits! Well done.
this was great! i loved the second part where you reviewed your pictures
Loved this video man. Your enthusiasm makes it. Like a kid in a sweet shop. It's nice to get your dream camera. You only live once. Enjoy. New subscriber!
It's beautiful mate 👍 have fun!
That camera is a joy! When you consider how old the technology is in it, the quality of the images blows your mind! I’m really looking forward to future videos with this incredible and beautiful work of art from Rolleiflex. Thank you
I completely agree! It’s mind bugling! I can’t wait to shoot more with this!
You seem pleased with your purchase 😀
I am!
Very first video of yours I have seen. I liked it a lot! Subbed, and liked...
Hace años hacía streetphotograpy
Me has hecho extrañar capturar la belleza citadina y su impresionante espontaneidad.
Espero encontrarte en algunas de estas locas calles algún día.
Lotes of hugs frome Azcapotzalco, CDMX!
Nice Video and Nice Vintage Shots...Keep Shooting Man ...
This is best video I've seen in a long time. I really felt excited for you because I'm going through the same process with 2 35mm cameras. A Praktica (no meter and same waste viewfinder lol) and Canon (testing the better). Fingers cross something's going to come out of them. Thanks for your video.
Qué triste se ve mi querida Ciudad de México tan vacía. Ojalá los tiempos cambien pronto.
Looking at the packing, I'm surprised the camera got delivered to you in one piece.
Ha that was my 1st thought. Shocking.
Yep🤦🏻♂️
great work frederik!
Congrats on the new camera !! Great video. I’m no expert but Maybe overexpose 1/2 Half stop would be cool
Muy buen video al igual que las fotos y la camara 👏👏👏
Awesome video, really inspirational!
Where do you get your film developed in Mexico City? Or do you do it yourself? Love the content man! You've motivated me to shoot film again.
I have just bought this camera, 1956, for 200 GBP. t is a bit tatty, but it functions well.
Great shots
Great video. I really liked the authentic emotion upon receiving the camera, and also your approach to the people you photograph. Obviously you're a good guy!
2.8F with the Planar is an amazing camera. The Xenotar model is a bit more rare and performs very well too. I rebuild these along with Hasselblad V series cameras as my primary business. Once you start the addiction of medium format, it is hard too quit. Thanks for the video.
That's just incredible man you talk well to people and they seem to be very nice! Keep it up!
Great photos as always! That Rolleiflex shoots like a dream! Seeing this makes me want to go out and buy a TLR medium format camera (one that is more in my price range) but I keep having to remind myself that I already have 6 cameras and I don't have enough space for another one lol
nice, don't dismiss 10:50 - there is something about this one!
Have fun with the Rolleiflex!
best
Tom
Mi México ❤
Do more 35mm film street photography! Keep up
Gosh, I am happy to have found you. I got my roleiflex a few years ago and have dhot some photos on it but i wanted to ask you something. Do you have it on 5 or 8.5 when shooting. I kind of play it by ear but in truth I am not so sure what I am doing. The picture when sharp, turn out really well. But I think I need more understanding of how the whole thing works. Do you have a video about that? And yes, Illford is most forgiving. Thanks for the video.
Forget about other cameras. Learn the camera and your craft. It is amazing, most great photographers used one camera and knew it intimately..
Loved the video.
Beautiful camera and photos, definitely looking forward to more videos with it!
My father was a Photographer, when I was a child he showed me how to use -this was the specific camera. It is extremely easy to use. Congrats 🤔
It’s so good to see a channel where the photos you take are actually awesome. There a few channels out there showing off old cameras where the photos they compose are average. Great work and great attitude towards photography and people.
I had a camera just like this one !!Clear photos outstanding ! I still have my wet dark room , haven't used it in years !!
That's my dream camera as well, congrats for your new baby... All the best from this corner buddy!
$2,700 and they put a tiny amount of shrinkwrap around it and threw it in a big box. WTF is wrong with the guys you bought this from?
My thoughts exactly!
Hey dude～I'm using the 2.8e model，and i really really like your video，maybe you would like to use the ILFORD HP5 PLUS which is a 400 ASA film for street photography，actually i like it more than the Kodak TX400，anyway，hope to see more about you use the ROLLEIFELX for shooting～！！
I'm a huge fan of this cinematic photo at 13;14
Cheers frederik, your channel is incredible, especially your serie "How to"
Thank you so much !
Congrats on getting your dream camera. I just got mine a few weeks ago. A Nikon f3. I've wanted one ever since I was in high school in the late 1980's and met a genuine photojournalist who was shooting a local event with one. It was my opinion then and today that it's one of the most beautiful cameras ever made. There was no way I could afford it back then, but recently I found one at a bargain price and made that dream come true.
If you like Nikons and the F line, try the F4 or F5. They are still reasonably priced. The F4 is forward and backward lens compatible and the F5 is as modern as any pro DSLR.
Amazing video!
Nice camera. TLR cameras are definitely not sneaky. But a good talking point. Expensive shooting but great results. You could have got a cheap lubitel TLR for $20 or so, but what a camera the Rollei is..
oh man sometimes a video comes along that inspires you, this is one of them, thanks for that, keep posting and inspiring
Love to hear it!
I recognize the very first bench. I perfectly knew it was from my home city, México City. Sub'd!
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Man! You really look so lucky! Just like a little boy on Christmas! The shots are awesome!
Tri X er set som en begynder/skolefilm, da den har utroligt meget give i fremkaldeprocessen. Hvis du syntes den er for contrasty, så eksponer den som en 200/160 speed film i stedet - eller bedre endnu, spot meter efter skyggerne i stedet for den generelle reading det indbyggede giver, da det er stort set umuligt at miste detaljerne i højlyset med film. Hvis du engang skulle begynde at lege rundt med at fremkalde dem selv, kommer du til at absolut elske hvor langt du kan skubbe den film, og stadig få resultater!
Klart! Prøver lidt ISO 200. Men er godt tilfreds med eksponering af disse + kontrast faktisk :)
That was neat. But, how do you buy a Rolliflex anyway? I have a Yashica Mat 124
The camera was probably really stealthy back in the day but now its so iconic that it attracts immediate attention. That is actually one of the reasons why I would like to get one: people seem sort of eager to be photographed with it :)
amazing ! thanks for sharing :))
A lens hood would control some of the flare.
nice pics
I have my 2.8E for 4 years now. I dont use it very often but everytime I develop film from it I'm surprised by the quality
Vivian Maier street style :)
Wait till next week ;)