Looks to be in amazing condition. Previous owner obviously took great care of it and the accessories. I am lucky enough to have a Rollecord IV and Vb. Love using both. Usually gets attention when I'm out and about and frequently a conversation starter. Can be used like a periscope in crowds too. I'm sure you'll enjoy yours.
Hi Martin, thank you! Yes I paid a little bit extra for the Rolleicord III camera bundle but I was pleased it was cosmetically in good condition. Yes i'm relaly enjoying the TLR view of the world and can't wait to get out and about after lockdown to use on model shoots abroad and in the street. My camera actually has a film transport issue (it seems where the camera doesn't recognise that film is loaded so doesn't stop at number 1. The frame count works so I can still use it but get some overlap. I didn't mention it in the video as I can get it repaired. Thanks Matt ..it did make me appreciate TLR cameras so much that I bought another TLR camera. Video to follow! :)
thank you for this great video. very helpful. important the comparision of the Rolleicord screen and the Hasselblad screen. the focus of the darker Rolleicord screen snaps and the bright acute matte does not snap. i made the same experience with the old Hasselblad screen and the aucute matte. i bought a Rolleicord IV (very useful the double exposure lock). i also have an Rolleiflex 2.8F with Planar. The Rolleicord is more fun because it weighs much less (700g vs 1200g) and has an easy handling. i don’t miss anything. the focus knob on the Rolleicord IV is on the right side which is much more ergonomic (Rolleiflex 2.8F has it on the left side). The Xenar (Tessar) perfekt. in a final print i cannot see if it was taken with a Planar or a Tessar. The pictures of Vivian Maier are amazing. Most of her Rolleiflexes „only“ had a Tessar.
You can't use a prism on a Rolleicord 111. The only one with a removable waist level finder is the Rolleicord Vb I use a Rolleinar 1 on my 1957 Yashica Mat with a 75mm 3.5 Lumaxar lens. The thicker lens goes on the top viewing lens with the red spot at the top to give parallax correction. The other lens can go any way up.
I tried to take off the Focus hood to clean the mirror and rear surface of viewing lens __ BUT there are 4 BRASS Screws to undo and i have messed up three of them although I had a very fine screwdriver and put some light fuel onto the screw heads -- what a bugger !
You could get a Rollei B 35 for the ultimate in compact portability. I have one. It has a selenium cell exposure meter and the camera doesn't need batteries. Carl Zeiss Triotar f 3.5 40mm lens.
I have 3 Rollei 35's one made in Germany with the Tessar lens,one made in Singapore with the Schneider lens and a Rollei B with the triotar. The triotar,unfortunately,isn't anywhere near as sharp as the other two lenses. I like Rollei 35s,but the 35B not so much.
Looks like you got yourself a pristine example of this excellent camera. My Rolleicord is in good condition but it did not have any accessories with it apart from the leather case which was in very bad condition. Not that it matters a lot since it was priced accordingly, but the older a camera is, the more I like to have the accessories that came with it. I have a Rolleiflex 2.8E as well but it is larger and heavier, plus on mine, the shutter speed indicator has changed colour and is very hard to see even in bright daylight. So, most of the time, I like the Rolleicord more. :)
Hi Toni, great to hear from you amongst the masses of Leica related videos and comments! I will do more TLR videos and share photos but life is quite mad at the moment with daily lens videos. I have many MF camera videos coming too, all sorts, 15+ cameras and some LF too! Coming soon'ish! :) Matt
The sunshade with the insert can only be used when using the 35mm Rolleikin. The shade can't be used when using 120 rollfilm as it will give a vignette for the angle of view us (much) wider. BTW, my first Rolleicord was a lllA, and I inherited a Rolleicord Vb. You make very sympathetic vlogs, thanks!
Thanks Les, hmm interesting.. I need to check back on my test photos as I don't remember seeing it and I only shot 120 film. Thank you for the feedback and great you have Rolleis too! :)
Correction to the video* - Maximum shutter speed on a Rolleicord III camera is 1/500* (not 1/250). You just need to push the shutter lever further (and firmer) to display the 1/500 speed. (Thank you to the viewers that pointed this out to me!).
Good review. I’ve had the Rolleicord III for a few years now. Takes great pictures especially with Portra 400 @ 200 iso. The shutter does go up to 1/500th of a second. Just push the shutter level a bit more. It has more resistance to get there but it will. Jealous of the close up adapter, must pick some up for myself.
Thank you Mark! Yes someone else told me about the 1/500 and I checked and I have it so thank you to you guys for pointing that out. Yes you really must get the Rolleinar adapters especially the #1 as less magnified so can use for portraits etc, not that i've had chance to meet with any models yet during lockdown ha, but yes nearly all the photos taken so far with my TLR cameras are with Rolleinar lenses. (I say camera(s) as I bought a second TLR a few weeks later!) :) Rolleinar lenses work on both cameras so are very useful. Camera 2 to follow! :)
Hi! Can you please tell me what Bay (I,II or III) needs the Rolleicord? (Not the 1,2 or 3 close up distance i mean the bay for the rolleinar filter thanks!!)
Hello, i have the Rolleicord 3 and mine goes to 1/500s...there is quite a resistance between 1/250 and 1/500. Try to push harder on the lever. I may be wrong but your TLR should have 1/500 as well. Cheers!
Hi Michel, many thanks for commenting and providing this information. I checked and yes mine also goes to 1/500. That's very useful to have so a big thank you! More videos soon! (I got a second TLR already!) :)
Great video. I would like to find out what camera strap you use for your Rolleicord? I find myself wanting to take off the leather surrounding to take the plain camera. Cheers from Canada.
Thanks, I’m not sure in this. The strap came with the camera. For my Hasselblad 500 I had to buy a strap and I bought an original Hassy strap to ensure it fitted the lugs. Sorry off topic but normally I use 3rd party straps on most cameras (see straps video) but I couldn’t with the Hasselblad.. and the Rollei has one already.
Hello! Maybe coming a bit late, but careful with the lens hood: the "Rolleikin" is just the sub-format mask installed on it. If you shoot medium format, this mask should be removed and tidied back in the Rolleikin box, or it will ruin your shots. Actually, later Rolleikin kits completely omited that hood mask as it was not very useful and conductive to mistakes. Very nice set though! :) Happy shooting!
I just returned home from what would have been the test of my new lens (Leica 280mm f/4.8 Telyt II), if it hadn't started raining. Very annoying. The day immediatly got better though, after I noticed you just had uploaded a new video. With the garden too! That is a sweet looking camera, and the kit that you bought with it looks very comprehensive.
Jesse Koskinen thanks Jesse! I’m very sorry to hear that your less test got rained off. We have rain forecast next week too I think so I might try to get one more garden video recorded before it does! (In addition to the one already done to be edited) :) I hope you get to try your new lens tomorrow. Matt
@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom Sounds good. :) Yeah, I'm going out tomorrow as soon as the sun goes up. To avoid other people, and to properly test the lens. By the way, I forgot to say this in the first comment, that camerabag looks great. Very retro.
I bought my third Rolleicord yesterday, and I believe it's identical to yours. I have heard that it should say DBP on postwar cameras, but mine, and yours, say DRP (Deutsches Reichs Patent, instead of Bundes), and I wonder why. However, you should check if the shutter speed regulator is just a bit stiff, it should be a 1/500 second maximum shutter speed. This was the case with mine. It seems to be in good working order, 1/10 second and slower doesn't work, but I probably wont use that anyway.
Hello thanks! I'm not an expert on these cameras so i'm not sure. I don't think there is a button for it but many old cameras have a trick that often lets you do it. Maybe Google forums might have answer. Sorry! (If I start using the camera more and find it I will mention it).
thanks for uploading this. I have a Seagull that is functional, and a broken TLR that is likely a Yashica (Maybe "B" It has viewing lens of F2.8) given to me from a brother who was stationed in US military in Germany. I may try to get it fixed. I'm thinking medium format is more forgiving for the lenses because the negative is so big. If a TLR lens could be made with current 35mm lens technology It might be a stellar performer if designed appropriately to the larger film. I am inspired to spend time with the Seagull. BTW, I was thinking you look a bit like a young Paul McCartney, but now am leaning much more toward Edward Norton. One of my favorite all time films is with his presence in "The Illusionist". I loved the gentle nature of his role, and his smarts. Fantastic film!
Thanks for your feedback and thoughts! Yes I think you would enjoy the TLR if you get it fixed. If they quote a high price you can find the mm cheap on eBay. See my eBay tips video for some ideas.
Personally I’ve been disappointed with the dimness and lack of clarity on my Rolleicord Va. Otherwise it’s virtually in mint condition and works beautifully but compared to even the basic and cheap Lubitel 166B TLR I purchased in the 1990s brand new for £14.95, the Rolleicord has an even dimmer screen. It does focus better than the Lubitel but there isn’t a lot of light to work with
I'm sure your focusing screen has been replaced by the previous owner, because Rolleicords are actually notorious for their original focusing acreens. They are rather dark. I replaced mine with a screen from eBay that has a fresnel. That made it a lot better. Indeed, as others say, many Rolleicord III cameras have a 1/500 speed but only those with a Compur Rapid shutter. That 'rapid' refers to the high speed which indeed is reached by putting some pressure on the speed setting knob. Enjoy your Rolleicord!
Thank you Maarten, my screen looks like glass. I've had the top off to clean it and it has been opened before but no previous damage so good. Yes I hear you can get fresnel screens. I'm only really using the centre of my screen to focus (with magnifier). Another viewer commented about the 1/500, I checked the camera and mine does go to 1/500 I just needed to push the lever harder which makes sense. Good feature to have. This video was recorded maybe 3 weeks ago so after some time with the camera I loved the TLR experience but some features less so. As such I just bought another TLR. I will compare the 2 in a future video, pros and cons of each. Thanks Matt
Hi Nolan, hmm tough question! The GS645 is known for modern rendering and without special character I think. It should be better than my Cord I’d think but I’ve never tested AvsB. Check Flickr for results from both.
@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom I have a nice Rolleicord White Face Vb (I have a prism in the closet) on the way and and some time ago had a Cord V. I was surprised at how nice the Xenar lens rendered. This time I didn't want to get involved with the Flexes, they are kind of out of sight cost wise, but your great comparison of the Fujis, particularly the GS 645 caught my eye. I know by experience that the Rollei's are more painterly in rendering, where in my experience Fuji is always quite sharp but clinical in comparison in my view. If we are traveling again, I like the light weight and compactness of a Cord. I am off to Flickr to play around there. Stay safe and healthy and keep making these sensational videos in only the way you can!
@@nolansnook1268 thank you Nolan! Yes nice lens and weight for sure. Yes I need to use my Cord too. I’ve only had it since lockdown so it’s seen very little use so far. Thanks for your kind words!
@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom yes! this video it was amazing, i didn't know either about de 1/500. i want to know more about how it work this rolleikin, can you make a demo of how you put the rolleikin in your rolleicord, please, i think my rolleikin its not completed (sorry my english sucks) and i'm so scared that maybe won't work :c, thanks for you attention.
Paula Gómez thanks... I would but..I can’t get mine to work either! It’s be waiting to go to the repair guy for a while. If I get mine fixed then hopefully I can start using it and I can then do a vid.
I just bought one on eBay. I already have both a Yashica and Mamiya TLR,but after having held a Rolleicord III for sale at the local thrift store (they wanted too much and the slow speeds were sticking) I really wanted one. I looked through the manual on line and there's some mention of setting the shutter speed to 1/500th a second before cocking? What's this business about?
@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom Just a little discussion, in your opinion, which do you think is more important, ‘subject’ itself inside the photograph or the overall ‘artifact’ inside the frame (whole photograph)… Or, even including the frame as the total ‘artifact’? I’m interested in hearing your conception.
Hi Barry yes, The V is a later model with 10 second self timer, double exposure prevention option and modern shutter speeds (1/30, 1/60 etc rather than 1/50, 1/100 on the iii). I hope that helps. Matt
Hi Marc, I will do a Hassy vs Rolleicord review soonish as I am lucky to use both. As a quick insight I think Hassy are better wide open, for sure.. so you are safe. I can focus my Hasselbads and have used them a lot but I've never been able to shoot from the hip with the WLF.
@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom i cant either man, i am always using the loupe to be sure and usually stay at f4 and over. i recently got a Pentacon Six that i am testing, looking forward to see the results. still though, i would love a Rollei.
The Pentacon Six is a nice camera too with some good lenses. I've not used mine for a long time as it was one of my first MF cameras. There will be sample images on the blog if interested. Just be careful with overlap issues. Mine has it and I believe it is quite common.
At 9:40, that irritates me, because I think those people drive prices up for nothing but appearances. Same with some of those hipsters, who just love "vintage". I was lucky to get a Ricohflex (kind of a "budget Rolleiflex") that is in relatively good working order for $70 this month (only because I sold the one I had a few years ago - and which I bought for $20, just before the new rise in popularity of analog photography - but started to miss it). I love photographing on film, in square format, with these beautiful little machines.
hello, i have a rolleicord v ... enjoyed your video, thanks. i was curious (im not a cat so i believe its safe to be so) have you experimented with your rolleikin kit? i was entertaining the idea of acquiring one and would be interested to know what your experience might have been. cheers, =:3
Hi thanks. I think I have a piece missing as the frame counter doesn’t work as it should so I’ve not really used the kit yet. If you’ve seen my other videos I shoot 95% 35mm currently as have lots of cameras/lenses to test/ use.
@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom wow hey thanks for your reply. i am not worthy :-). good luck getting your rolleikin missing parts and the kit working if you ever decide to pursue that path! =:3
Matt - the letter "Z" is not pronounced in U.K. as "zee" it is "ZED" , a bit like "Fred". This transatlantic speak has no business over here, Please ! Dan.
Haha thanks Dan, Sorry I speak English Z for most things but was brainwashed from the early Mamiya RZ videos years ago that it now sounds weird calling it an RZED.
@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom You are excused this time.. Other possible linguistic sins will however be noted ; those like Forums, Stadiums, and similar Latin-English mangles. And I've ordered a Rolleicord Vb, paying about twice more "pre-loved" than I paid for new 35 years back in Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, run by a great dealer called Tommy Head.. Ahh, Remembrance of times past.
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Looks to be in amazing condition. Previous owner obviously took great care of it and the accessories. I am lucky enough to have a Rollecord IV and Vb. Love using both. Usually gets attention when I'm out and about and frequently a conversation starter. Can be used like a periscope in crowds too. I'm sure you'll enjoy yours.
Hi Martin, thank you! Yes I paid a little bit extra for the Rolleicord III camera bundle but I was pleased it was cosmetically in good condition. Yes i'm relaly enjoying the TLR view of the world and can't wait to get out and about after lockdown to use on model shoots abroad and in the street. My camera actually has a film transport issue (it seems where the camera doesn't recognise that film is loaded so doesn't stop at number 1. The frame count works so I can still use it but get some overlap. I didn't mention it in the video as I can get it repaired. Thanks Matt ..it did make me appreciate TLR cameras so much that I bought another TLR camera. Video to follow! :)
"usually gets attention" that's the part I dislike about it.
thank you for this great video. very helpful. important the comparision of the Rolleicord screen and the Hasselblad screen. the focus of the darker Rolleicord screen snaps and the bright acute matte does not snap. i made the same experience with the old Hasselblad screen and the aucute matte.
i bought a Rolleicord IV (very useful the double exposure lock).
i also have an Rolleiflex 2.8F with Planar. The Rolleicord is more fun because it weighs much less (700g vs 1200g) and has an easy handling. i don’t miss anything. the focus knob on the Rolleicord IV is on the right side which is much more ergonomic (Rolleiflex 2.8F has it on the left side). The Xenar (Tessar) perfekt. in a final print i cannot see if it was taken with a Planar or a Tessar. The pictures of Vivian Maier are amazing. Most of her Rolleiflexes „only“ had a Tessar.
Great! I looked at the 2.8 a lot in the past
You can't use a prism on a Rolleicord 111.
The only one with a removable waist level finder is the Rolleicord Vb
I use a Rolleinar 1 on my 1957 Yashica Mat with a 75mm 3.5 Lumaxar lens.
The thicker lens goes on the top viewing lens with the red spot at the top to give parallax correction. The other lens can go any way up.
Thanks Neil, yes I like the Rolleinar. I use on another TLR more than the Rolleicord..need to use these cameras.
I tried to take off the Focus hood to clean the mirror and rear surface of viewing lens __ BUT there are 4 BRASS Screws to undo and i have messed up three of them although I had a very fine screwdriver and put some light fuel onto the screw heads -- what a bugger !
Oh no, sorry to hear that Peter, yes I took mine off to clean the mirror, mine was OK thankfully. I hope you can get it sorted.
You could get a Rollei B 35 for the ultimate in compact portability.
I have one. It has a selenium cell exposure meter and the camera doesn't need batteries. Carl Zeiss Triotar f 3.5 40mm lens.
Thanks I have looked at 35 before a few times. I just wish they had a RF! :)
I have 3 Rollei 35's one made in Germany with the Tessar lens,one made in Singapore with the Schneider lens and a Rollei B with the triotar. The triotar,unfortunately,isn't anywhere near as sharp as the other two lenses. I like Rollei 35s,but the 35B not so much.
@@noneofyourbusines9976 thanks for the info. Good to know. I still need to use my Rollei (it’s been COVID since I bought it)
Looks like you got yourself a pristine example of this excellent camera. My Rolleicord is in good condition but it did not have any accessories with it apart from the leather case which was in very bad condition. Not that it matters a lot since it was priced accordingly, but the older a camera is, the more I like to have the accessories that came with it. I have a Rolleiflex 2.8E as well but it is larger and heavier, plus on mine, the shutter speed indicator has changed colour and is very hard to see even in bright daylight. So, most of the time, I like the Rolleicord more. :)
Hi Toni, great to hear from you amongst the masses of Leica related videos and comments! I will do more TLR videos and share photos but life is quite mad at the moment with daily lens videos. I have many MF camera videos coming too, all sorts, 15+ cameras and some LF too! Coming soon'ish! :) Matt
The sunshade with the insert can only be used when using the 35mm Rolleikin. The shade can't be used when using 120 rollfilm as it will give a vignette for the angle of view us (much) wider. BTW, my first Rolleicord was a lllA, and I inherited a Rolleicord Vb. You make very sympathetic vlogs, thanks!
Thanks Les, hmm interesting.. I need to check back on my test photos as I don't remember seeing it and I only shot 120 film. Thank you for the feedback and great you have Rolleis too! :)
Correction to the video* - Maximum shutter speed on a Rolleicord III camera is 1/500* (not 1/250). You just need to push the shutter lever further (and firmer) to display the 1/500 speed. (Thank you to the viewers that pointed this out to me!).
Hello, I enjoyed watching the video. 😊How do I use shutter release in Rolleicord iii?
Thanks! I’ve not the release cable with mine yet but I’m sure others have.
Good review. I’ve had the Rolleicord III for a few years now. Takes great pictures especially with Portra 400 @ 200 iso. The shutter does go up to 1/500th of a second. Just push the shutter level a bit more. It has more resistance to get there but it will. Jealous of the close up adapter, must pick some up for myself.
Thank you Mark! Yes someone else told me about the 1/500 and I checked and I have it so thank you to you guys for pointing that out. Yes you really must get the Rolleinar adapters especially the #1 as less magnified so can use for portraits etc, not that i've had chance to meet with any models yet during lockdown ha, but yes nearly all the photos taken so far with my TLR cameras are with Rolleinar lenses. (I say camera(s) as I bought a second TLR a few weeks later!) :) Rolleinar lenses work on both cameras so are very useful. Camera 2 to follow! :)
Hi! Can you please tell me what Bay (I,II or III) needs the Rolleicord? (Not the 1,2 or 3 close up distance i mean the bay for the rolleinar filter thanks!!)
Google it to be 100% as I have g used this camera for a while. Rolleicord use the same as the 3.5 Rolleiflex so it’s the common size
Hello, i have the Rolleicord 3 and mine goes to 1/500s...there is quite a resistance between 1/250 and 1/500. Try to push harder on the lever. I may be wrong but your TLR should have 1/500 as well. Cheers!
Hi Michel, many thanks for commenting and providing this information. I checked and yes mine also goes to 1/500. That's very useful to have so a big thank you! More videos soon! (I got a second TLR already!) :)
Great video. I would like to find out what camera strap you use for your Rolleicord? I find myself wanting to take off the leather surrounding to take the plain camera. Cheers from Canada.
Thanks, I’m not sure in this. The strap came with the camera. For my Hasselblad 500 I had to buy a strap and I bought an original Hassy strap to ensure it fitted the lugs. Sorry off topic but normally I use 3rd party straps on most cameras (see straps video) but I couldn’t with the Hasselblad.. and the Rollei has one already.
Hello!
Maybe coming a bit late, but careful with the lens hood: the "Rolleikin" is just the sub-format mask installed on it. If you shoot medium format, this mask should be removed and tidied back in the Rolleikin box, or it will ruin your shots.
Actually, later Rolleikin kits completely omited that hood mask as it was not very useful and conductive to mistakes.
Very nice set though! :)
Happy shooting!
Thanks so much for sharing. I later got a Kalloflex 6x6 and I use that mostly now. (You can see that video).
I just returned home from what would have been the test of my new lens (Leica 280mm f/4.8 Telyt II), if it hadn't started raining. Very annoying. The day immediatly got better though, after I noticed you just had uploaded a new video. With the garden too! That is a sweet looking camera, and the kit that you bought with it looks very comprehensive.
Jesse Koskinen thanks Jesse! I’m very sorry to hear that your less test got rained off. We have rain forecast next week too I think so I might try to get one more garden video recorded before it does! (In addition to the one already done to be edited) :) I hope you get to try your new lens tomorrow. Matt
@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom Sounds good. :) Yeah, I'm going out tomorrow as soon as the sun goes up. To avoid other people, and to properly test the lens. By the way, I forgot to say this in the first comment, that camerabag looks great. Very retro.
Jesse Koskinen thanks it’s the bag that came with the camera. Yes more stylish than many of the camera bags I have! Good luck tomorrow!
I bought my third Rolleicord yesterday, and I believe it's identical to yours. I have heard that it should say DBP on postwar cameras, but mine, and yours, say DRP (Deutsches Reichs Patent, instead of Bundes), and I wonder why. However, you should check if the shutter speed regulator is just a bit stiff, it should be a 1/500 second maximum shutter speed. This was the case with mine. It seems to be in good working order, 1/10 second and slower doesn't work, but I probably wont use that anyway.
Thanks Kalle and congrats! I need to use mine again.
Hello! thank you for this great video, can this model iii do double exposure?
Hello thanks! I'm not an expert on these cameras so i'm not sure. I don't think there is a button for it but many old cameras have a trick that often lets you do it. Maybe Google forums might have answer. Sorry! (If I start using the camera more and find it I will mention it).
thanks for uploading this.
I have a Seagull that is functional, and a broken TLR that is likely a Yashica (Maybe "B" It has viewing lens of F2.8) given to me from a brother who was stationed in US military in Germany. I may try to get it fixed. I'm thinking medium format is more forgiving for the lenses because the negative is so big. If a TLR lens could be made with current 35mm lens technology It might be a stellar performer if designed appropriately to the larger film.
I am inspired to spend time with the Seagull.
BTW, I was thinking you look a bit like a young Paul McCartney, but now am leaning much more toward Edward Norton. One of my favorite all time films is with his presence in "The Illusionist". I loved the gentle nature of his role, and his smarts. Fantastic film!
Thanks for your feedback and thoughts! Yes I think you would enjoy the TLR if you get it fixed. If they quote a high price you can find the mm cheap on eBay. See my eBay tips video for some ideas.
Personally I’ve been disappointed with the dimness and lack of clarity on my Rolleicord Va. Otherwise it’s virtually in mint condition and works beautifully but compared to even the basic and cheap Lubitel 166B TLR I purchased in the 1990s brand new for £14.95, the Rolleicord has an even dimmer screen. It does focus better than the Lubitel but there isn’t a lot of light to work with
Sorry to hear Brett, see my recent Kowaflex video
@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom I love the Rolleicord otherwise but I’m thinking about replacing the focus screen with a Rick Oleson BrightScreen.
I'm sure your focusing screen has been replaced by the previous owner, because Rolleicords are actually notorious for their original focusing acreens. They are rather dark. I replaced mine with a screen from eBay that has a fresnel. That made it a lot better. Indeed, as others say, many Rolleicord III cameras have a 1/500 speed but only those with a Compur Rapid shutter. That 'rapid' refers to the high speed which indeed is reached by putting some pressure on the speed setting knob. Enjoy your Rolleicord!
Thank you Maarten, my screen looks like glass. I've had the top off to clean it and it has been opened before but no previous damage so good. Yes I hear you can get fresnel screens. I'm only really using the centre of my screen to focus (with magnifier). Another viewer commented about the 1/500, I checked the camera and mine does go to 1/500 I just needed to push the lever harder which makes sense. Good feature to have. This video was recorded maybe 3 weeks ago so after some time with the camera I loved the TLR experience but some features less so. As such I just bought another TLR. I will compare the 2 in a future video, pros and cons of each. Thanks Matt
Mr. Matt Leica - How would you compare the IQ in Rolleicord cameras to the Fujifilm Fujica GS 645 you reviewed?
Hi Nolan, hmm tough question! The GS645 is known for modern rendering and without special character I think. It should be better than my Cord I’d think but I’ve never tested AvsB. Check Flickr for results from both.
@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom I have a nice Rolleicord White Face Vb (I have a prism in the closet) on the way and and some time ago had a Cord V. I was surprised at how nice the Xenar lens rendered. This time I didn't want to get involved with the Flexes, they are kind of out of sight cost wise, but your great comparison of the Fujis, particularly the GS 645 caught my eye. I know by experience that the Rollei's are more painterly in rendering, where in my experience Fuji is always quite sharp but clinical in comparison in my view. If we are traveling again, I like the light weight and compactness of a Cord. I am off to Flickr to play around there. Stay safe and healthy and keep making these sensational videos in only the way you can!
@@nolansnook1268 thank you Nolan! Yes nice lens and weight for sure. Yes I need to use my Cord too. I’ve only had it since lockdown so it’s seen very little use so far. Thanks for your kind words!
I wish it would cock the shutter when you advanced the film. I wish the frames wouldn't overlap. Oh well
Yes sadly some cameras are more automated than others to prevent these human errors.
Hi! You use rolleikin?, recently a bought one but i dont find any info about how this adapters works in a rolleicord (only in rolleiflex)
Yes did you see them in the video? They work on Flex and Cord.
@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom yes! this video it was amazing, i didn't know either about de 1/500.
i want to know more about how it work this rolleikin, can you make a demo of how you put the rolleikin in your rolleicord, please, i think my rolleikin its not completed (sorry my english sucks) and i'm so scared that maybe won't work :c, thanks for you attention.
Paula Gómez thanks... I would but..I can’t get mine to work either! It’s be waiting to go to the repair guy for a while. If I get mine fixed then hopefully I can start using it and I can then do a vid.
I just bought one on eBay. I already have both a Yashica and Mamiya TLR,but after having held a Rolleicord III for sale at the local thrift store (they wanted too much and the slow speeds were sticking) I really wanted one. I looked through the manual on line and there's some mention of setting the shutter speed to 1/500th a second before cocking? What's this business about?
Congrats, 1/500 needs more tension to get that speed that’s why have to do it before.
Thx for the great video. 😊
Thanks!
@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom Are you in UK 🇬🇧?
@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom Just a little discussion, in your opinion, which do you think is more important, ‘subject’ itself inside the photograph or the overall ‘artifact’ inside the frame (whole photograph)…
Or, even including the frame as the total ‘artifact’?
I’m interested in hearing your conception.
Hi, can you tell me the difference between this and the Rolleicord V?
Hi Barry yes, The V is a later model with 10 second self timer, double exposure prevention option and modern shutter speeds (1/30, 1/60 etc rather than 1/50, 1/100 on the iii). I hope that helps. Matt
it is still on my list to get one of those. but i have to say i do love my recently CLAd 500cm with the acute mate
Hi Marc, I will do a Hassy vs Rolleicord review soonish as I am lucky to use both. As a quick insight I think Hassy are better wide open, for sure.. so you are safe. I can focus my Hasselbads and have used them a lot but I've never been able to shoot from the hip with the WLF.
@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom i cant either man, i am always using the loupe to be sure and usually stay at f4 and over. i recently got a Pentacon Six that i am testing, looking forward to see the results. still though, i would love a Rollei.
The Pentacon Six is a nice camera too with some good lenses. I've not used mine for a long time as it was one of my first MF cameras. There will be sample images on the blog if interested. Just be careful with overlap issues. Mine has it and I believe it is quite common.
At 9:40, that irritates me, because I think those people drive prices up for nothing but appearances. Same with some of those hipsters, who just love "vintage". I was lucky to get a Ricohflex (kind of a "budget Rolleiflex") that is in relatively good working order for $70 this month (only because I sold the one I had a few years ago - and which I bought for $20, just before the new rise in popularity of analog photography - but started to miss it). I love photographing on film, in square format, with these beautiful little machines.
Thanks JB, I thought I’d messed up for a minute, phew! Yes I’m a user not collector type. :)
hello, i have a rolleicord v ... enjoyed your video, thanks. i was curious (im not a cat so i believe its safe to be so) have you experimented with your rolleikin kit? i was entertaining the idea of acquiring one and would be interested to know what your experience might have been. cheers, =:3
Hi thanks. I think I have a piece missing as the frame counter doesn’t work as it should so I’ve not really used the kit yet. If you’ve seen my other videos I shoot 95% 35mm currently as have lots of cameras/lenses to test/ use.
@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom wow hey thanks for your reply. i am not worthy :-). good luck getting your rolleikin missing parts and the kit working if you ever decide to pursue that path! =:3
I just got one ☝🏻 for myself on eBay. 🎉
Congrats!
@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom Thx Matt. 😝
Have you used/reviewed Rollei 35 ?
Johnny Bravo hi no /no only but if I ever get one I will. I have a few small cameras not yet reviewed + others still to review.
@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom alright
… oh, it a IV; not a III
Still nice !
@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom I was battling if I should get a Yashica or a Rolleicord. I finally picked the Rollei. It’s better made I think. 🤗
Matt - the letter "Z" is not pronounced in U.K. as "zee" it is "ZED" , a bit like "Fred". This transatlantic speak has no business over here, Please ! Dan.
Haha thanks Dan, Sorry I speak English Z for most things but was brainwashed from the early Mamiya RZ videos years ago that it now sounds weird calling it an RZED.
@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom You are excused this time.. Other possible linguistic sins will however be noted ; those like Forums, Stadiums, and similar Latin-English mangles. And I've ordered a Rolleicord Vb, paying about twice more "pre-loved" than I paid for new 35 years back in Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, run by a great dealer called Tommy Head.. Ahh, Remembrance of times past.
@@danMdan thanks Dan! :) Nice