Repairing A Film Camera For The First Time || Olympus OM1

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  • I take apart an Olympus OM1 film camera and try to fix the advancer arm.
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  • @bmans1
    @bmans1 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    To make sure this works remember to connect the spring to the the underside of the idler gear first and then connect the long hook part as shown in the video. That tension is key to fixing the shutter issue.

  • @sandywilburn3341
    @sandywilburn3341 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This showed every step in a way I could see and understand. I feel encouraged. Thank you so much!

  • @WesKriesel
    @WesKriesel 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Angles! Angles! Angles! Love the camera angles!

  • @flyingvfan51
    @flyingvfan51 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just fixed my grandpa's OM-1n. One of the only possessions of his that I own. Thanks man for taking the time to make and post this. Gonna try to load some film and see how it goes.

  • @WesKriesel
    @WesKriesel 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It works again!

  • @dawnyurenwick
    @dawnyurenwick 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you, this was incredibly helpful! I managed to get my Olympus working even though I wasn’t able to take out the remove the screw from idler gear. I just popped the bottom open and perhaps I loosened the screw on the idler gear just enough to get it working again!

    • @pablodiazphotography
      @pablodiazphotography  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s awesome! Whatever works, right? I’m glad it worked out for you Letus 👍🏼

  • @sewing1234
    @sewing1234 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What a great video thank you!!!!!!!!!!! It was so clear and saved me a trip to the repair shop!!!

  • @lianamariamoretti1700
    @lianamariamoretti1700 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks, simple explanation!

    • @pablodiazphotography
      @pablodiazphotography  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for comment, I appreciate it 👍🏼

  • @VWLivin
    @VWLivin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good video man. A quick tip: take a metal file and file down the tip (flat and even) of your Phillips head driver to convert it to JIS.

  • @robertmcglinchey3347
    @robertmcglinchey3347 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m a newbie restoring a friends Cosina CT-1super 35mm. Same problem - I was going to start from the top - aha! - bottom is better. More needs repair - from a new sub.

  • @patrickbeaufront4103
    @patrickbeaufront4103 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Super, merci vidéo bien explicative; ce qui est rare...

    • @pablodiazphotography
      @pablodiazphotography  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you 🙏🏼 I appreciate you watching!

  • @pierreoffice3823
    @pierreoffice3823 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    thank you i think i managed to unlock and fix my om1n
    but it still got locked somehow. turning the spring one turn to put more pressure on it prevent the locking for me.

    • @pablodiazphotography
      @pablodiazphotography  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I’m glad it’s working out for you. These cameras all come with their own personal issues. However when fix they take beautiful images.

  • @cikamastra2903
    @cikamastra2903 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video. I have an OM1 that when I advance the film and let go of the level it doesn’t return to it’s starting / original position . It tries to creeps to it’s original position. It kind of feels like there’s gunk…. Any idea ?

    • @pablodiazphotography
      @pablodiazphotography  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It’s a great question. Most film cameras are old and like you said, it may need some cleaning and some lubricant oil to keep all the gears functioning properly. I would seek out some cleaning videos on how to apply such a lubricant or send it to a professional for a tune-up. I’m certainly not a pro on fixing film cameras and would be very careful and diligent if you do it yourself. Good luck my friend, I hope it all works out!

  • @itszirvah
    @itszirvah 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m brand new to cameras n the Olympus om1 is the first camera I’ve ever bought. My problem I’m having is that it will advance but it doesn’t actually advance the film. Therefore the film isn’t being loaded into the camera

    • @pablodiazphotography
      @pablodiazphotography  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      CD Kickz Hi CD, welcome to FILM cameras! I’m not a service professional on film cameras but love trying to find solutions to problems with film cameras. Question, without any film in the camera and the back door open to the OM1, when you move the advance lever, does the film spool on the right of the camera turn at all?

  • @santamulligan676
    @santamulligan676 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I’ll be brave tomorrow cheers

  • @papaya1251
    @papaya1251 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is so great, thanks for posting! What if i'm having an issue where every couple of photos, I take a photo and the shutter stays open, despite the shutter speed being not set to "B" or long exposure? This happened to me with a shot i took at 1/125 shutter speed and 8 aperture. Why would the camera override and do this, unless something was sticking mechanically? I also just discovered that there is already a roll of film inside the camera so I might waste another couple of analog shots before I go in there and tinker when the camera is empty. Unless, do you have a fix maybe on the outside of the camera, maybe I'm using the levers/knobs in the wrong way? I don't know what some of these knobs actually do.

    • @pablodiazphotography
      @pablodiazphotography  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I wish I had a fix for you. I have not encountered this problem after i tinkered with the bottom of the camera but these old cameras can be finicky. This video might help. It’s not my video but worth a look: th-cam.com/video/ScX8Q4cJxg4/w-d-xo.htmlsi=eUTbIm7MTKaGvTVu

  • @danc2014
    @danc2014 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You need to attach the spring to the gear drop in will not work all the time

  • @UniqueSpirit284
    @UniqueSpirit284 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Lol when I took the idler gear out the spring popped out and I had to search my carpeted floor for like 30 minutes and mine was already in the right place😅 the film slot won't open though

    • @pablodiazphotography
      @pablodiazphotography  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Very glad you found the spring! I wish I had the answer for your film slot not working.

  • @oscarlopez2052
    @oscarlopez2052 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    hi sr, i have Olympus OM1 MD versión and i wonder why the lightmeter neadle in the viewfinder mover with or whit out battery in fact the neadle moves if turn the aperture or shuttter speed ring and all this also happen with the lightmeter leaver in on or off , can You please tell me what should i do , is this something that can be fix by My self or i have to send the camera to an specialist? thanks for your help

    • @pablodiazphotography
      @pablodiazphotography  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Oscar, I have never really used the light meter in camera because the battery has died so quick on me, so I just use external methods to gauge the right settings for the shot. You may have to send the camera to a specialist. Sorry I don’t have a specific and helpful answer for you.

  • @slyzer9298
    @slyzer9298 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    just tried this on my om-1 but i can’t get the lever and cam stack gear to turn over even when the idle gear is taken out, any ideas on what could be done? thanks

    • @pablodiazphotography
      @pablodiazphotography  ปีที่แล้ว

      I wish I had the answer. Perhaps a bit of grease or gear lubricant might help the ease of movement.

  • @gunnwilliams
    @gunnwilliams 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    have you got experience taking the top plate off yet? I have a loose strap lug that I am tired of babying, but nervous about getting in there myself

    • @pablodiazphotography
      @pablodiazphotography  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I have not taken off the top plate, I’ll take a look. However, you can do it Gunnar, go for it! It’s a rock solid camera 👍🏼

  • @cherrybombb_
    @cherrybombb_ 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Darn! I popped off the ilder gear, but the lever is still stuck.. It looks like it's coming from the lever with the two notches. Any chance you know how to fix that?

    • @pablodiazphotography
      @pablodiazphotography  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      So sorry to hear that it’s still not working, perhaps you might want to use some type of lubrication on some of the pieces down near the gear area and gently move and/or rotate the pieces to see if it unlocks them a bit. If you do use some type of lubrication, I would, what would be appropriate for a film camera of this type. I wish you lots of luck and hope you get working.

  • @conradomaestrocarnero7527
    @conradomaestrocarnero7527 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hola: tengo la Olympus OM2s program con el mismo problema de no avanzar la palanca de la pelicula. La solución sería la misma? o es diferente. Gracias y un saludo desde España.

    • @pablodiazphotography
      @pablodiazphotography  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      No puedo asegurar con certeza que resolverá su problema, pero vale la pena intentarlo. Solo tenga cuidado de vigilar todas sus piezas mientras desmonta su cámara. Gracias por la pregunta y un saludo desde el sur de California.

    • @conradomaestrocarnero7527
      @conradomaestrocarnero7527 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Muchas gracias, Pablo. He seguido tu mismo procedimiento y funciona; ya la tengo funcionando de nuevo. Muchas Gracias y saludos desde España.

    • @pablodiazphotography
      @pablodiazphotography  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @conradomaestrocarnero7527 Estoy feliz de que todo haya salido bien.

  • @danielpablopinto
    @danielpablopinto 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey man this is happening to my om2n but it doesnt seem to be the spring under the idler and the lever is still stuck is there any advice u can give me ?

    • @pablodiazphotography
      @pablodiazphotography  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Daniel, remove the lens and ensure the shutter curtain is positioned properly, they tend to malfunction once in a while. Also you may want to remove all the gears and levers on the bottom and grease it up (please research what grease/oil works best). I have not taking the top assembly apart so I’m not sure if that would be of any help to you. Hope you get it worked out and if all else fails you can always send it in to get fixed, which is a little pricey but worth fixing this camera if it’s in good shape.

    • @danc2014
      @danc2014 ปีที่แล้ว

      OM 2 have a reset button.

  • @jeffvanderveen3351
    @jeffvanderveen3351 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Do you know how to replace a bad light meter on an OM-1?

    • @pablodiazphotography
      @pablodiazphotography  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Jeff, I have not done that on this or any other camera, but perhaps in the future. I hope you get your camera fixed.

  • @BogdanTelea
    @BogdanTelea 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How about any other reason that the Lever is still blocked?
    I checked the Spring, it is in good shape but still cannot unblock the Lever.
    From what I heard, the person armed the Lever of a OM-2, press the Shutter Release but kept the Lever in "armed position", the result is that the Lever is blocked.
    It's there a way to fix it?

    • @pablodiazphotography
      @pablodiazphotography  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The only thing I can think of if the spring is good, that one or all of the gears are locked up and may need to be removed, cleaned up and replaced and/or put a light (tiny) bit of grease/oil to loosen up the gears. Please do some research on the proper type of oil. Hope this helps.

    • @ripemangosmdm7997
      @ripemangosmdm7997 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Watch the 'fix old cameras' idler gear video. It is short and sweet and good.

  • @isaacmintz5791
    @isaacmintz5791 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Even removing the idler gear didn't enable the stop gear to turn?

    • @pablodiazphotography
      @pablodiazphotography  ปีที่แล้ว

      That stinks! It was my first time taking apart a film camera, so I don’t have any other advice but I really hope you get it worked out!

  • @Andreee73
    @Andreee73 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have an OM10, that always worked, but remained off and not used for many years .. I changed the batteries after many years, but when I switch on, nothings happens. Battery not detected .. no oxidation and batteries are new.
    Mechanical parts are ok.
    Any idea or suggestions to fix it by myself?
    Thanks

    • @pablodiazphotography
      @pablodiazphotography  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I wish I had the answer for you Andrea. I have heard that the OM10 power component differs from early production to later production cameras. I don't have any suggestions, other than send it to camera specialist to get it looked and perhaps get some free advice. I hope you get your camera working.

    • @danc2014
      @danc2014 ปีที่แล้ว

      The power switch on these fail. The switch might be able to glue back but you will need to remove te top to do so. .

    • @pablodiazphotography
      @pablodiazphotography  ปีที่แล้ว

      Great tip, Dan 👍🏼

  • @JAA949
    @JAA949 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, tried my OM-1 and it worked fine for about 10 photos then when i wind the film the shutter goes off directly. Like you are holding the shutter button down when you wind. Do you have any idea what the problem can be?

    • @pablodiazphotography
      @pablodiazphotography  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I wish I could help, but I fixed my camera by carefully removing the parts I mentioned in this video and replaced them and my camera worked. It seems these cameras can un-align themselves periodically. Sorry but I can’t be certain what the problem could be.

    • @JAA949
      @JAA949 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@pablodiazphotography Ok, thanks for your answer! I will keep looking for a solution. :)

  • @Diego-bd8mj
    @Diego-bd8mj 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello! What screwdriver I need??

    • @pablodiazphotography
      @pablodiazphotography  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hi Diego, I was told you need a JIS crosshead screwdriver but I used a very tiny Phillips screwdriver. I was very careful not to use to much force but be firm and dont strip the screws.

  • @jp2503
    @jp2503 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do you know how to take off the self timer level? I cant figure it out.

    • @pablodiazphotography
      @pablodiazphotography  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have not done it myself, but I have learned that you can turn the decorator plate clockwise to loosen it, not counter-clockwise

    • @jp2503
      @jp2503 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@pablodiazphotography I will try that. The hardest part is getting something small enough to fit in the holes while also not being too flimsy.

    • @pablodiazphotography
      @pablodiazphotography  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I hear what you are saying. I’m in need of better film camera tools too, this might be helpful, it’s for lenses but might do the trick: OFNMY Professional DSLR Camera Lens Spanner Wrench Repair Opening Tool kit 10-100mm with 3 Tips, 6 Screws and 2 Hexagon Wrench for Canon Nikon Sony Olympus DSLR Camera www.amazon.com/dp/B07Q354KZ5/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_iRXMFbS4S10KN?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

    • @jp2503
      @jp2503 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@pablodiazphotography thank you so much!

    • @pablodiazphotography
      @pablodiazphotography  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jp2503 You are very welcome, let me know how it all turns out 👍🏼

  • @minthantaung790
    @minthantaung790 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can I use it with an electrocardiogram?

  • @ironman7261
    @ironman7261 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Had 2 cameras that suffered that problem after dropping them

    • @pablodiazphotography
      @pablodiazphotography  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      There are so many moving parts in these types of cameras, that it doesn’t take much for the mechanisms to be affected.

  • @ankitmishra1547
    @ankitmishra1547 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bhai mera bhi yahi model h but wo chal nahi raha

    • @pablodiazphotography
      @pablodiazphotography  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Very sorry to hear that. Sometimes these cameras have not been taken care of and need repair.

  • @toxotis70
    @toxotis70 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    what kind of buton is this on the shutter ?

    • @pablodiazphotography
      @pablodiazphotography  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That’s an aluminum screw on button.

    • @toxotis70
      @toxotis70 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@pablodiazphotography any link please?

    • @pablodiazphotography
      @pablodiazphotography  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Here is one like it: a.co/d/fbitbpz

  • @knowledgetv5881
    @knowledgetv5881 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    How to reset hour meter hcpv100

  • @chrisbailey4759
    @chrisbailey4759 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    A word of warning, stay away from OM10's with faulty shutter curtains, even Olympus technicians hated repairing this fault, and would just exchange the camera for a new one.

  • @gregderozier3846
    @gregderozier3846 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best advice: hire a experienced professional.

    • @pablodiazphotography
      @pablodiazphotography  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I do not necessarily disagree, choice is always good.

    • @danc2014
      @danc2014 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      If you like your camera that much it would be a wise $100 to spend.

    • @pablodiazphotography
      @pablodiazphotography  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Individually, it’s something that Won should consider.

  • @ankitmishra1547
    @ankitmishra1547 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bhai mera bhi yahi model h but wo chal nahi raha

    • @pablodiazphotography
      @pablodiazphotography  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      yah sunakar bahut afasos hua. kabhee-kabhee in kaimaron kee dekhabhaal nahin kee jaatee hai kyonki ye puraane hote hain aur inakee marammat kee aavashyakata hotee hai.