Interesting. I did a brief review of the Balda Baldax before getting injured from the 1930s as only an introduction video. The earlier build quality is outstanding. Enjoyed the vid.
I tend to look at the feedback and items sold by the seller. If they have sold a lot of photo gear then I don't believe the "untested" claim. The house clearance types are more likely to be "untested". Caveat emptor applies on all online purchases and that's why I don't spend big bucks on the old cameras. Cheers, Keith
I would send that Balda for a service, those photos aren't that bad to be fair. Pre WW2 Balda cameras are great, well made and reliable. Post WW2 are a bit hit and miss.
Thanks Jim. It's a pity, especially as that rangefinder spot is the best I've ever used. I was referring to you about the folders and how much you obviously like yours. Cheers, Keith
Hey ho, its the way it goes. I thought I'd picked up an unusual Sony bridge camera recently, until I put a battery in it and the zoom started jamming, ten minutes later it just reverted to juddering. Plastic cogs and gears once misaligned ain't ever going to work again. I suppose I can see it as a financial donation to a charity 🤷♂ Your photo's looked savable but I guess a singular fast shutter speed limits the cameras type of usage.
Thanks Iain. Waiting to see if ebay purchases work is about as exciting as life gets these days. It wasn't the best outcome but it was still enjoyable. I will just keep on keeping on 🤣. Cheers, Keith
Unlucky, Keith. The images didn't look too bad, but I was watching on my phone. Definitely, it sounds like they weren't as good as a kodak, especially if you drop them.😮
I have a Baldessa 1 - a simpler model without exposure meter or rangefinder - and the shutter doesn't fire at any speed. Having one speed would be sheer luxury!
I have this very camera. It was such a joy to take photos with. The view finder is so bright and the RF adjusting wheel is so comfortable to deal with. I wish if other cameras could minic this design.
Interesting. I did a brief review of the Balda Baldax before getting injured from the 1930s as only an introduction video. The earlier build quality is outstanding. Enjoyed the vid.
I suspect that in the *bay world, the word "untested" means "I know it doesn't work but I'm not going to admit it"
I tend to look at the feedback and items sold by the seller. If they have sold a lot of photo gear then I don't believe the "untested" claim. The house clearance types are more likely to be "untested". Caveat emptor applies on all online purchases and that's why I don't spend big bucks on the old cameras. Cheers, Keith
Beautiful camera, keep shooting my friend. So exciting to see ppl like you keeping the film alive.
Thanks. I will never stop shooting film while it is available. I love old cameras too. Cheers, Keith
I would send that Balda for a service, those photos aren't that bad to be fair. Pre WW2 Balda cameras are great, well made and reliable. Post WW2 are a bit hit and miss.
Thanks Jim. It's a pity, especially as that rangefinder spot is the best I've ever used. I was referring to you about the folders and how much you obviously like yours. Cheers, Keith
Great pity but you loose some and then you win some. Those pics you uploaded look pretty good, lovely exposures.
Thanks. It is disappointing, especially when my other working Balda is so good. I've been banned from looking at ebay for a while too! 😂 Cheers, Keith
Hey ho, its the way it goes. I thought I'd picked up an unusual Sony bridge camera recently, until I put a battery in it and the zoom started jamming, ten minutes later it just reverted to juddering. Plastic cogs and gears once misaligned ain't ever going to work again.
I suppose I can see it as a financial donation to a charity 🤷♂
Your photo's looked savable but I guess a singular fast shutter speed limits the cameras type of usage.
Thanks Iain. Waiting to see if ebay purchases work is about as exciting as life gets these days. It wasn't the best outcome but it was still enjoyable. I will just keep on keeping on 🤣. Cheers, Keith
Unlucky, Keith. The images didn't look too bad, but I was watching on my phone. Definitely, it sounds like they weren't as good as a kodak, especially if you drop them.😮
Thanks Andrew. I hoped they wouldn't look too bad on the video, but on the screen they do lack sharpness. Cheers, Keith
I have a Baldessa 1 - a simpler model without exposure meter or rangefinder - and the shutter doesn't fire at any speed. Having one speed would be sheer luxury!
Thanks Kevin. I am beginning to think the Baldas were bought by the sort of people who didn't much care of them. Cheers, Keith
I have this very camera. It was such a joy to take photos with. The view finder is so bright and the RF adjusting wheel is so comfortable to deal with. I wish if other cameras could minic this design.
Thanks. I don't think anyone can criticise the designs of the Baldas. It's just a shame there are so many broken ones out there. Cheers, Keith
That's a very happy Cat !
Happy to video-bomb me! Thanks, Keith
nice work sir!
Thanks. I appreciate that. Cheers, Keith