Excellent production. Very comprehensive and informative. I love all your detailed magazine information, really makes the production shine. Experience Elan...nice. I have the Elan 7 and it is a keeper. I love the very under rated, and relatively unknown EF 28-80 USM version I. I even have the hood with it. The lens is very sharp and exhibits wonderful image fidelity. Keep up the great work!
There's always something special, haptics, slowing down process, and some kind of magic, with Film photography. I've never given it up, since my kids days into the early 80s.
Have been watching your content for a while now. Just great. A wonderful balance of tech info and personal insight which fuels inspiration ….. and we know you’re a camera minimalist …. But the videos have also fuelled my G.A.S
I walked into my local camera store today to drop off a roll of film for developing with no intention of buying anything. However being a Canon 5D Mk II DSLR used I have a decent set of EF lenses. Perusing the used Canon 35mm section I set my eyes on the Elan, Elan IIe. Handled both and in the end bought the Elan because the body seemed uncluttered and fit my hands well. Your review is a wonderful resource for using this nostalgic beauty. I did get the vintage manual with it, and the salesguy even let me pick out a vintage 1990s pattern strap that looks like Nintendo NES graphics. Thanks for going over the fantastic Photo magazine reviews from when the Elan/EOS 100 was new. Most of all I was impressed by those Monochrome Metropolis shots! You should be very proud of those. Really felt like a Twilight Zone episode where all the people have disappeared.
I forgot to add that to this day, I still use that remote control on my digital EOS cameras as well. Mirror up with 2 second delay to eliminate mirror slap vibrations.
The 90s was a funny time for cameras. The Minolta system had "cards" that did something similar to the barcode reader on the Elan for different effects. These days that seems ridiculous but at the time it was all new and exciting! The Elan was a lovely camera to use though and was the first EOS I ever used. I was hooked and set my eyes on the EOS 5. Probably one of my favourite cameras to this day, Thanks for the flashback.
From memeory, the barcode reader was a resopnse to Minotla introducing Creative Expansion cards in their second generation AF bodies (like the 3000i and 7000i ). Stupid little SD card like things that where inserted into a door on the grip, that had to be bought separately for a premium price. I had one for customising certain factory settings like leaving the film leader out or not and one for making multi-spot readings for my 8000i which were pretty useful. However, they mostly consisted of gimmicky cards like 'Fastasy effects' where the camera would move focus during the shot so the subject would "appear soft", and other options you could really just happily live without. I doubt anyone would have ever seriusly used that barcode reader more than twice, (the second time, to clear it) The joke is that it recognised the P number so the programs were already in the camera body. It was just a way to sell more accessories. The next gen of models "improved" the custom features so that you could select the custom program modes by holding a function button down and cycle through the programs with a thumbwheel, giving another reason to "upgrade" to new camera body..
Great review! I use the last version of Elan (30V) which I got for a really cheap price a few years ago. It still surprises me that these cameras are really cheap but capable a lot.
@@PurpleStormProductions I agree 100%. I'm only recommending these cameras to close friends. I really don't care if my Elan 30V breaks. I can easily get another EOS for less than $100 :)
Yes, there was an EF 28-80 USM version I & II, which are subsequently replaced by the EF 28-90 USM, which I had - brilliant, sharp & cheap little lens. It came as a kit lens with my Elan7e, and as an idiot that I am, I sold the whole kit...
Great in depth review of this one as usual, I really like extensive information and even show some of the paperwork. I have an Elan7 and it is definitely a hefty camera. I really like those brochures that come with the older Canon cameras, it's always a treat to read them when I get them. Thank you for making these in depth videos and giving some light to older camera tech out there!
Excellent video! My wife’s uncle just gave me his Elan along with 3 lenses. It’s super clean, and pairs well with my Elan 7E. I mainly shoot mirrorless, but really digging film!
Thank you! I just bought one of these because it was cheap,it looked pretty good and I could get my old EF lenses out of the cupboard.Nice to know what I actually bought. 😊
This is yet another absolutely outstanding video from the always consistent, informative, and entertaining Azriel Knight. Personally, I prefer a simpler camera without all the fancy features, but, of course, you can simply ignore all that stuff.
Absolutely love the This Old Camera series! I actually got the EOS 100 just a few days ago, and it's much quieter than my noisy Minolta Maxxum 7000i, and has many more features too. Unfortunately half the segments of the main LCD don't display, and the lens that came with it (a Sigma 28-70mm f2.8) has other problems too (I don't have any other EF lenses), so I'm going to try and sell them. Otherwise, they would've been a great replacement for my current gear.
Excellent video. I thought the big red thing on the camera was the barcode reader. Mine doesn’t like third party lenses, so I got an Elan ii. My elan doesn’t have the lock on the command dial. Surprised there are different versions.
Great camera, it became my first film camera when my father handed it to me last year. It's only a shame that my dad's copy of it has already been affected by the apparently infamous issue the camera model has where a plastic component near the shutter will decompose into sticky goo that can make its way onto the shutter blades.
I have an Elan IIe and I love the innovation of the eye controlled focus. I’m surprised they didn’t incorporate it in the modern DSLRs since it works well even with my glasses.
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR MAKING THIS VIDEO! It helped me a lot to start with my Elan
Now THIS is a review of a camera of days gone by. There MUST have been a LOT of research completed by you. BRAVO! I still use My Canon EOS Elan 7e.
Thanks so much!
Excellent production. Very comprehensive and informative. I love all your detailed magazine information, really makes the production shine. Experience Elan...nice. I have the Elan 7 and it is a keeper. I love the very under rated, and relatively unknown EF 28-80 USM version I. I even have the hood with it. The lens is very sharp and exhibits wonderful image fidelity. Keep up the great work!
As always, thanks for the kind words :)
USM 28-80 was nice, 28-70/3.5-4.5 II also (no USM, faster, sharp) cheap Zoom lens. Albeit i am using 2 L lenses and the also cheapskate 24-85 USM...
There's always something special, haptics, slowing down process, and some kind of magic, with Film photography. I've never given it up, since my kids days into the early 80s.
This channel brings me joy.
Awe, thanks Lewis
Have been watching your content for a while now. Just great. A wonderful balance of tech info and personal insight which fuels inspiration ….. and we know you’re a camera minimalist …. But the videos have also fuelled my G.A.S
Glad you enjoy the channel. Trying to be a camera minimalist and reviewing cameras is an interesting tight rope to walk on.
I walked into my local camera store today to drop off a roll of film for developing with no intention of buying anything. However being a Canon 5D Mk II DSLR used I have a decent set of EF lenses. Perusing the used Canon 35mm section I set my eyes on the Elan, Elan IIe. Handled both and in the end bought the Elan because the body seemed uncluttered and fit my hands well. Your review is a wonderful resource for using this nostalgic beauty. I did get the vintage manual with it, and the salesguy even let me pick out a vintage 1990s pattern strap that looks like Nintendo NES graphics. Thanks for going over the fantastic Photo magazine reviews from when the Elan/EOS 100 was new. Most of all I was impressed by those Monochrome Metropolis shots! You should be very proud of those. Really felt like a Twilight Zone episode where all the people have disappeared.
By far the most detailed review online Kudos!
Thank you :)
I bought this camera the moment it released. I loved it! It is still one of my favorite cameras I have ever owned.
I forgot to add that to this day, I still use that remote control on my digital EOS cameras as well. Mirror up with 2 second delay to eliminate mirror slap vibrations.
The 90s was a funny time for cameras. The Minolta system had "cards" that did something similar to the barcode reader on the Elan for different effects. These days that seems ridiculous but at the time it was all new and exciting!
The Elan was a lovely camera to use though and was the first EOS I ever used. I was hooked and set my eyes on the EOS 5. Probably one of my favourite cameras to this day,
Thanks for the flashback.
I always really enjoy these well-researched, calm and informative reviews of yours!
Thank you very much :)
Great format, This Old Camera. To me the best on all UA-cam. Thanks for all the research and to share with us.
Thank you very much Ricardo.
Yay for a new This Old Camera! Still my fav series of yours! Keep up the awesome work :)
Thanks so much Joshua!
From memeory, the barcode reader was a resopnse to Minotla introducing Creative Expansion cards in their second generation AF bodies (like the 3000i and 7000i ). Stupid little SD card like things that where inserted into a door on the grip, that had to be bought separately for a premium price. I had one for customising certain factory settings like leaving the film leader out or not and one for making multi-spot readings for my 8000i which were pretty useful. However, they mostly consisted of gimmicky cards like 'Fastasy effects' where the camera would move focus during the shot so the subject would "appear soft", and other options you could really just happily live without.
I doubt anyone would have ever seriusly used that barcode reader more than twice, (the second time, to clear it) The joke is that it recognised the P number so the programs were already in the camera body. It was just a way to sell more accessories.
The next gen of models "improved" the custom features so that you could select the custom program modes by holding a function button down and cycle through the programs with a thumbwheel, giving another reason to "upgrade" to new camera body..
Great review! I use the last version of Elan (30V) which I got for a really cheap price a few years ago. It still surprises me that these cameras are really cheap but capable a lot.
Agreed, people sleep on these cameras. Honestly, I hope the stay sleeping because I wanna get myself more high end EOS film cameras
@@PurpleStormProductions I agree 100%. I'm only recommending these cameras to close friends. I really don't care if my Elan 30V breaks. I can easily get another EOS for less than $100 :)
I had this camera. I was about 16 years old.
I have the Elan 2, and quite like it.
Yes, there was an EF 28-80 USM version I & II, which are subsequently replaced by the EF 28-90 USM, which I had - brilliant, sharp & cheap little lens. It came as a kit lens with my Elan7e, and as an idiot that I am, I sold the whole kit...
Great in depth review of this one as usual, I really like extensive information and even show some of the paperwork. I have an Elan7 and it is definitely a hefty camera. I really like those brochures that come with the older Canon cameras, it's always a treat to read them when I get them. Thank you for making these in depth videos and giving some light to older camera tech out there!
Thanks so much :)
Excellent video! My wife’s uncle just gave me his Elan along with 3 lenses. It’s super clean, and pairs well with my Elan 7E. I mainly shoot mirrorless, but really digging film!
Nice review of this Canon. I do have the Elan 7 e and do enjoy using it.👍👍
Good stuff Terry! Thanks :)
Great photos! thanks for sharing
You're very welcome!
Thank you! I just bought one of these because it was cheap,it looked pretty good and I could get my old EF lenses out of the cupboard.Nice to know what I actually bought. 😊
Awesome review! I loved the flow 😊
Thanks Miles!
OMG, havent seen a video from you in yearssssss.
I'm still mak'in em ;)
This is yet another absolutely outstanding video from the always consistent, informative, and entertaining Azriel Knight. Personally, I prefer a simpler camera without all the fancy features, but, of course, you can simply ignore all that stuff.
Thanks for the kind words!
Absolutely love the This Old Camera series! I actually got the EOS 100 just a few days ago, and it's much quieter than my noisy Minolta Maxxum 7000i, and has many more features too. Unfortunately half the segments of the main LCD don't display, and the lens that came with it (a Sigma 28-70mm f2.8) has other problems too (I don't have any other EF lenses), so I'm going to try and sell them. Otherwise, they would've been a great replacement for my current gear.
Just wanted to drop a note, really enjoy your YT channel, and am perusing your website 2nite. Cheers!
Thank you Randy :)
Excellent video. I thought the big red thing on the camera was the barcode reader. Mine doesn’t like third party lenses, so I got an Elan ii. My elan doesn’t have the lock on the command dial. Surprised there are different versions.
Great camera, it became my first film camera when my father handed it to me last year. It's only a shame that my dad's copy of it has already been affected by the apparently infamous issue the camera model has where a plastic component near the shutter will decompose into sticky goo that can make its way onto the shutter blades.
I have an Elan IIe and I love the innovation of the eye controlled focus. I’m surprised they didn’t incorporate it in the modern DSLRs since it works well even with my glasses.
I think they brought it back, could be mistaken though.
So I inherited this plus a bunch of attachments and zooms. I don't know how to use it 😢
Azriel how about a review on the Canon EOS Elan 7NE w/ BP-300 Vertical Grip 35mm SLR
ua-cam.com/video/w2bN6c_gSRg/v-deo.html
And what about the Canon 650, does it have any of those advantages?
It doesn't have a barcode reader, and is much louder but very similar otherwise.
A 1992 camera review by Rick Salmon? Sounds fishy to me…
lol, jeeeeez!