The Noblex model you show is fixed focus. The two models that I own, use have three zones of focus near, medium, infinity. At the near setting at f22 focus is 1 meter to infinity. The instruction manual illustrates the range for each aperture setting. The Noblex 6/150 UX has a chart on the back door.
I find this domain of panoramic imaging and parallax fascinating and a massive black hole when it comes to practical information. Thanks for making this. Beats reading forum posts
I enjoy shooting my Noblex 6/150 cameras hand held regularly. They have a spirit level visible in the view finder that helps approximate horizontal alignment for spontaneous compositions. Mounting on a tripod provides more control using both spirit levels axis.
Your review makes a lot of sense to me. And the production quality of your work is a treat to see. Good luck and thanks for sharing your experience and understanding. (I’m across the Georgia Strait from you, using a Rolleicord.)
There is also a long exposure module that attaches to the bottom of some of the camera models. I do love the camera and have had one for about 20 years - they also have filters, including graduated neutral gray. Greatings from West Seattle.
You have to level it if the horizon is present and then the horizon is always in the middle of the frame. Some models have a bit of shift but not much. I'd still like one though :)
Hey, thanks for the useful video, hard to find info on these online. I'm wondering if you might be able to shine some light on a few issues? I've just picked up a Pro 06/160 model, serial number 000 160 I assume it's an early model) and I've noticed mine doesn't do the repeating exposures like yours does when on the M setting. If I hold the shutter button the barrel does its normal rotation, then stops after, where I need to press the button again for it to spin, do you know if this is normal for early models? Also, my barrel rotation visually looks to be the same speed, no matter the shutter speed. Is this normal? Some swing lens cameras vary the exposure by a slit in the barrel, are these similar is it possible something else is wrong to produce the same barrel rotation speeds?
Hi, thanks for the note - was to your questions, for the first one I believe the M setting is for the multiple passes only. As far as I understood all the cameras with that option (the M switch) worked the same way. For the second question the slit in the camera I was using was a set width. The exposure was determined by the speed of the barrel rotating. Different shutter speeds on our camera had the barrel rotating at different speeds.
Precision Camera Works, Bob Watkins, Lakeway, Texas he has serviced both of my Noblex cameras and does excellent work. He has repaired the drive wheel on both.
Thanks - I'm afraid I don't know of any places that will service it - there was a place near where I live - in Canada, but I don't think they work on them anymore.
Precision Camera Works, Bob Watkins services Noblex, Widelux, Hasselblad, etc. He has serviced both of my Noblex 6/150 cameras. I have the “F” and “UX” His service to the drive wheel on both of my cameras continue to perform well.
None so far that I can see. I have had a couple of problems with Fuji film not spooling on to the take-up roll very well but I haven't lost any frames because of it.
I watched a review from Nick Carver and he’d experienced some scratching caused by the film transport. Maybe his copy was faulty. It put me off getting one; I’ll have to look at it again.
the footage where you walk in the woods (such a beautiful place) is surprisingly cinematographic and adds value to the video.
The Noblex model you show is fixed focus. The two models that I own, use have three zones of focus near, medium, infinity. At the near setting at f22 focus is 1 meter to infinity. The instruction manual illustrates the range for each aperture setting. The Noblex 6/150 UX has a chart on the back door.
I find this domain of panoramic imaging and parallax fascinating and a massive black hole when it comes to practical information. Thanks for making this. Beats reading forum posts
I enjoy shooting my Noblex 6/150 cameras hand held regularly. They have a spirit level visible in the view finder that helps approximate horizontal alignment for spontaneous compositions. Mounting on a tripod provides more control using both spirit levels axis.
Your review makes a lot of sense to me. And the production quality of your work is a treat to see. Good luck and thanks for sharing your experience and understanding. (I’m across the Georgia Strait from you, using a Rolleicord.)
Thanks. Honestly, it took quite a while to wrap my head around it. The Rollei is a great camera, too. Love those old-school TLRs.
There is also a long exposure module that attaches to the bottom of some of the camera models. I do love the camera and have had one for about 20 years - they also have filters, including graduated neutral gray. Greatings from West Seattle.
Just bought the 135U model. Hope to have it delivered end of next week. Wish me luck.
Good Luck! Let me know how it goes!
Very helpful. Thank you yery much for Korean subtile, sir.
Great video.
I have a Horizon 202 and I’ve been after a Noblex for a while. I love this camera.
Good luck tracking one down!
@@UnderexposedwithAlastairBird there are a few on eBay for sale. Just don’t like taking the risk on eBay
@@t_h_visuals Totally understand. I bought a Rollieflex on Ebay that is *still* getting rebuilt. That will be the subject of another video, I'm sure.
You have to level it if the horizon is present and then the horizon is always in the middle of the frame. Some models have a bit of shift but not much. I'd still like one though :)
Hey, thanks for the useful video, hard to find info on these online. I'm wondering if you might be able to shine some light on a few issues? I've just picked up a Pro 06/160 model, serial number 000 160 I assume it's an early model) and I've noticed mine doesn't do the repeating exposures like yours does when on the M setting. If I hold the shutter button the barrel does its normal rotation, then stops after, where I need to press the button again for it to spin, do you know if this is normal for early models?
Also, my barrel rotation visually looks to be the same speed, no matter the shutter speed. Is this normal? Some swing lens cameras vary the exposure by a slit in the barrel, are these similar is it possible something else is wrong to produce the same barrel rotation speeds?
Hi, thanks for the note - was to your questions, for the first one I believe the M setting is for the multiple passes only. As far as I understood all the cameras with that option (the M switch) worked the same way. For the second question the slit in the camera I was using was a set width. The exposure was determined by the speed of the barrel rotating. Different shutter speeds on our camera had the barrel rotating at different speeds.
Where would one get a Noblex 150 seviced or CLA'd?
Precision Camera Works, Bob Watkins, Lakeway, Texas he has serviced both of my Noblex cameras and does excellent work. He has repaired the drive wheel on both.
Cool review! Would you know any places that can still service this camera (US and Canada)? Thank you!
Thanks - I'm afraid I don't know of any places that will service it - there was a place near where I live - in Canada, but I don't think they work on them anymore.
The trouble is that the manufacturer stopped making them and hasn't stored a single spare part.
@fotoralf there are many cameras like that - the Bronica 645rf; several older Contax and Leica cameras. It’s too bad, really.
Precision Camera Works, Bob Watkins services Noblex, Widelux, Hasselblad, etc. He has serviced both of my Noblex 6/150 cameras. I have the “F” and “UX” His service to the drive wheel on both of my cameras continue to perform well.
@jaywesselink8709 thanks for letting me know! He did my Mamiya 6 a while back and it’s still working well.
The challenge with panorama cameras, is to make vertical pictures, especially with a 6x17. Luckily only has a 6x12 film back. A little easier with it.
has no back.
Did you have any problems with scratches on the film? I've heard that can be a problem.
None so far that I can see. I have had a couple of problems with Fuji film not spooling on to the take-up roll very well but I haven't lost any frames because of it.
I watched a review from Nick Carver and he’d experienced some scratching caused by the film transport. Maybe his copy was faulty. It put me off getting one; I’ll have to look at it again.
@@mike747436 Yeah, I had some scratching with my Olympus XA but zero out of the Noblex, so far.
@@mike747436 A nice example of the wisdom dished out by Mr. Carver. No-one else had this problem.