The SRT 101 was my first SLR way back in 1969. I loved the feel of it in my hands and loved the sound of the shutter. That camera is now long gone (these days I shoot with Sony) but in a fit of nostalgia a few days ago I went looking for another one. So I've now got the camera with the MCIII 50mm 1.4 lens on the way from Japan. It's like a mini love story. 😍
A very well thought through review, especially in terms of the two sides to the build quality. I bought one recently from ebay for £38 including delivery. It was in near mint condition and included 50mm f1.7 and 135mm f3.5 Rokkor lenses (also near mint) plus a cheapo flash unit. An absolute bargain! However, while playing with it the other week, the shutter release button suddenly locked up and it is now unusable. I took the top off and couldn't see anything obviously broken (including broken string), but I'll have to take another look. Anyway, it is a sample size of one, so I'm certain not saying that all 101s will go the same way, but it is annoying.
I just went on a vintage camera binge. Canon, Olympus and Minolta. I know almost nothing about photography, but have a lifetime of contact with all sorts of mechanical items. I have to say the Canon FTb certainly seems well made and the lenses are well thought of. Any reason to choose an SRT over FTb?
The SRT 101 was my first SLR way back in 1969. I loved the feel of it in my hands and loved the sound of the shutter. That camera is now long gone (these days I shoot with Sony) but in a fit of nostalgia a few days ago I went looking for another one. So I've now got the camera with the MCIII 50mm 1.4 lens on the way from Japan. It's like a mini love story. 😍
A very well thought through review, especially in terms of the two sides to the build quality. I bought one recently from ebay for £38 including delivery. It was in near mint condition and included 50mm f1.7 and 135mm f3.5 Rokkor lenses (also near mint) plus a cheapo flash unit. An absolute bargain! However, while playing with it the other week, the shutter release button suddenly locked up and it is now unusable. I took the top off and couldn't see anything obviously broken (including broken string), but I'll have to take another look. Anyway, it is a sample size of one, so I'm certain not saying that all 101s will go the same way, but it is annoying.
I just went on a vintage camera binge. Canon, Olympus and Minolta. I know almost nothing about photography, but have a lifetime of contact with all sorts of mechanical items. I have to say the Canon FTb certainly seems well made and the lenses are well thought of. Any reason to choose an SRT over FTb?
For me, none
Yes, you can have everything. The SR-T 102 does have the aperture in the viewfinder.
Does it also have the mirror lock up?
@@Whywas6scared The early models do.
No problem! I have one of each! LOL
Apology Accepted :) The British are so Polite.