First Look: Nikon Coolpix P7700

Nikon Coolpix P7700 Compact Digital Camera. Rangefinder look and feel, sans viewfinder.

Nikon’s latest P-series camera has the look and feel of a classic rangefinder, minus the viewfinder. For those who prefer a more traditional control layout and don’t require a viewfinder, it’s an exciting new addition to Nikon’s lineup.

Panoramas on the iPhone 4s, IOS6

Panorama Captured with the IOS6 iPhone 4s native camera app.
1/470 s @ f/2.4, ISO 200

Until now, I’ve been using Microsoft’s Photosynth app for panoramic capture on the iPhone 4s. This morning I had the opportunity to put Apple’s IOS6-native version to the test, which is built right into the main camera app. Without using a tripod, and without taking too much care, the results are flawless. I cannot see a single seam in the stitching.

First Impressions: Nikon F3

Nikon F3 HP. Professional 135 SLR with High-Eyepoint Viewfinder.

The irony of having all these collectible cameras, many of which are working SLRs, is that not one of them has been a Nikon. Until now.

Analog Anticipation

1950’s Konica IIIA Rangefinder with 2000’s Gossen Digisix meter installed.

Anticipating how your photographs will turn out is an experience missing from digital photography. More often than not, that wait-and-see aspect generates a feeling of excitement. And right now, I’m excited about my first roll from the Konica IIIA.

The Collection

IKEA Detolf
glass-door display cabinet

It was never a cognitive decision to become a collector of cameras. It just sort of happened. After acquiring about five collectible pieces, of which I have no idea as to how I came about them, it seemed to be a logical outlet to my fascination with these precision little devices.

The No-Less-Mighty Brownie Bull’s-Eye

Hawkeye’s Bigger Brother: The Brownie Bull’s-Eye

Shot the same way as the on-location Brownie Hawkeye. Just for comparison.

The Mighty Brownie Hawkeye

The Kodak Brownie Hawkeye, a tiny cube-shaped Bakelite box camera. 

Here it is, my Kodak Brownie Hawkeye. Only this one wasn’t for sale. It was a prop at The Container Store.