New subscriber here. Very nice video again. I have Vitomatic 1a which is very similar camera to Vitomatic 2 but lacks rangefinder. It also has top shutter speed of 1/500s and lightmeter that shows also in viewfinder. I think there's Vitomatic 2a model which has also these features. One thing I like these old german cameras is that you don't have worry about light seals of filmdoors. German cameras of that era were made in such precision and light traps that there was no need to put any foam that detoriates over time.
Hello, and thanks for this excellent video! I was recently given a Vitomatic IIa and its in pristine condition - everything works well except the slowest shutter speeds, which tend to hang up. I’m looking forward to seeing how it performs.
Wonderful video, I've got an older Vitomatic without the rangefinder and its an excellent camera. Is that a Welmy 6x6 "Frog Eyes" camera you've got around your neck? I'd love to see a video review of it.
another interesting film, just bought myself another camera, the Rondo colormatic. rather bought on the strength of never having heard of the make, cant find much on the web, would you have knowledge of this wee beastie by any chance. keep up the good work and thank you.
Hey there😊 I've just purchased a Vitomatic II as I wanted to try out a rangefinder camera. As I am pretty new to photography (just shot a hand full of films on a Zenit-E) I'm not sure if I understood how the rangefinder works. There ist that dot in the center of the viewfinder but how will I know if I set the focuse right when using the camera? Do I have to guess the distance? Thanks for the help in advance😊
With a range finder, the small image in the middle moves as you focus. When it is showing a double image, then it is out of focus as you focus the two images come together. Problems can be that the mirrors get out of line so that they do not work as they should. Hope that helps Andy
great video! I just acquired one of these from a family member and am excited to try it out. maybe I missed it, but how does the camera account for the speed of the film?
Question, I’m new to film and I don’t k is much at all. I just loaded my first roll of film and took a few shots and didn’t finish the roll. Is it ok to leave my camera loaded and if so how long,
I just picked up a used yashica electro with film still in it at least 25 years old. I got it processed at a local store didn't tell them it was aged didn't expect much for result. Surprisingly the picture looked not too bad slight discoloration being color film. Got 17 out of 24 exposures including 2 out of 4 I took. Also got someones pictures of their trip too Banff, Alberta, Canada and their grandsons graduation. Judging from cars in the background of the shots I'd say it was shot in early 90s probably. As long as film is stored properly you be surprised how long it keeps.
@@brandonfreeman5614 yes the film I developed was left in a camera for over 25 years and still developed with minimal discoloration. I suggest you take the last couple exposures you have left then get it developed at a local photography shop or even big box stores like costco if you have one that still does film.
one more question since I cant find the answer on google. should the winding lever engage with the take-up spool at all times? when I pull the winding lever there is very limited resistance and it doesn’t make the sound of the sprocket in the spool. and therefore the film is not advancing. am I missing something or could something be broken?
I have just caught up on your TH-cam site.. Absolutely fantastic.. I have the Vito B EV and now after the Vitomatic II … Keep up the great work 👍
I’m impressed that the selenium meter works. I have a ansco autoset and the meter is not working. Greetings from America
Thank you,Sir! Great video...
New subscriber here. Very nice video again. I have Vitomatic 1a which is very similar camera to Vitomatic 2 but lacks rangefinder. It also has top shutter speed of 1/500s and lightmeter that shows also in viewfinder. I think there's Vitomatic 2a model which has also these features. One thing I like these old german cameras is that you don't have worry about light seals of filmdoors. German cameras of that era were made in such precision and light traps that there was no need to put any foam that detoriates over time.
Lots of good things are these cameras! Thanks for watching!
Really fantastic and informative review .
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Hello, and thanks for this excellent video! I was recently given a Vitomatic IIa and its in pristine condition - everything works well except the slowest shutter speeds, which tend to hang up. I’m looking forward to seeing how it performs.
Great video! I found one in great condition! For 20 Canadian dollars (about 12 pounds)
Amazing video ❣️
Wonderful video, I've got an older Vitomatic without the rangefinder and its an excellent camera.
Is that a Welmy 6x6 "Frog Eyes" camera you've got around your neck?
I'd love to see a video review of it.
another interesting film, just bought myself another camera, the Rondo colormatic. rather bought on the strength of never having heard of the make, cant find much on the web, would you have knowledge of this wee beastie by any chance. keep up the good work and thank you.
Yup. Just got a Vitomatic 2a for free because the seller thought the camera was broken. He merely needed to run it with film in it.
Hey there😊
I've just purchased a Vitomatic II as I wanted to try out a rangefinder camera. As I am pretty new to photography (just shot a hand full of films on a Zenit-E) I'm not sure if I understood how the rangefinder works. There ist that dot in the center of the viewfinder but how will I know if I set the focuse right when using the camera? Do I have to guess the distance?
Thanks for the help in advance😊
With a range finder, the small image in the middle moves as you focus. When it is showing a double image, then it is out of focus as you focus the two images come together. Problems can be that the mirrors get out of line so that they do not work as they should.
Hope that helps
Andy
@@beforedigital Thank you for your quick response. I've just shot the first film with it and am excited for the pictures 😊
A little more about the film and processing please? love it.
Thanks for watching will add a bit more to next video on film and processing, might even do a video just on film types!
great video! I just acquired one of these from a family member and am excited to try it out. maybe I missed it, but how does the camera account for the speed of the film?
Hi
The speed of the film is set on the lens.
Thanks for watching.
Andy
Question, I’m new to film and I don’t k is much at all. I just loaded my first roll of film and took a few shots and didn’t finish the roll. Is it ok to leave my camera loaded and if so how long,
Can be left for a long time.
I just picked up a used yashica electro with film still in it at least 25 years old. I got it processed at a local store didn't tell them it was aged didn't expect much for result. Surprisingly the picture looked not too bad slight discoloration being color film. Got 17 out of 24 exposures including 2 out of 4 I took. Also got someones pictures of their trip too Banff, Alberta, Canada and their grandsons graduation. Judging from cars in the background of the shots I'd say it was shot in early 90s probably.
As long as film is stored properly you be surprised how long it keeps.
@@evantylerdavis87 I’ve started a roll in my camera and only used half. Does that still apply when it’s in camera?
@@brandonfreeman5614 yes the film I developed was left in a camera for over 25 years and still developed with minimal discoloration. I suggest you take the last couple exposures you have left then get it developed at a local photography shop or even big box stores like costco if you have one that still does film.
Hi really helpful video thank you! I just loaded the film in but am having trouble with the shutter button... it won't go down, any suggestions?
Check the film is wound on. Other than that not sure. Thanks for watching!
one more question since I cant find the answer on google. should the winding lever engage with the take-up spool at all times? when I pull the winding lever there is very limited resistance and it doesn’t make the sound of the sprocket in the spool. and therefore the film is not advancing. am I missing something or could something be broken?
Check film is secure on take up spool. From memory it is quiet when winding on.
How i set the iso on my vitomatic?
Hey! Do you need a battery
No battery needed. Thanks for watching.
I HAVE A SEMELAR ONE
Mine has very blurry vague split image in RF fucusing zone.
is it easy for expirienced repair shop to fix?