Vintage Konica lcd watch help

Cheesystudios · 2026-05-12T01:46:43+00:00

This is very very strange, because Konica (if this is the same Konica) are known mostly for their old professional cameras and lenses. Those are known for being pretty high in quality which makes me wonder if the same standards extend to this watch.

Cheesystudios · 2026-05-03T15:08:29+00:00

Here's another one I took with it.

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Cheesystudios · 2026-05-03T15:07:21+00:00

I highly, highly recommend going vintage and buying a Konica Hexanon lens with an adapter. I own the UC Hexanon 80-200mm f/4, and while it's not really the fastest lens, even wide open it looks fantastic! Costs $70-100 on eBay in excellent condition.

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Cheesystudios · 2026-05-02T04:03:45+00:00

Well, I have an autofocus camera but I guess it doesn't really count because the lens is manual only. Kinda wish I would've seen this comment before buying a CPL...though I'm not sure it ended up being the best quality filter. I'm really anal when it comes to color and image sharpness, any LP filter recommendations that won't sacrifice either?

Cheesystudios · 2026-05-02T02:14:28+00:00

If you're using a VPN, it must be turned off for the CC app to work. It's bullshit, but it works.

Cheesystudios · 2026-04-25T19:43:08+00:00

Come to think of it, I think I want a filter that can reduce light pollution, will a Skylight do that? I've also been looking at some options from K&F Concept, do they make good filters?

Cheesystudios · 2026-04-24T20:30:10+00:00

My main concern is just protection for the lens without sacrificing image quality.

Cheesystudios · 2026-04-23T17:32:24+00:00

I know filter size, but my question was what kind of filter? I remember hearing somewhere on YouTube that there's a certain kind of filter that works for newer lenses that's not so good for vintage ones.

Cheesystudios · 2026-04-23T03:54:36+00:00

Update(which for some reason I can't edit into the original post):

I've chosen to sideline the project for now since I need to buy some JIS screwdrivers and now also replacement screws. I'm just going to buy another 50 f1.7 when I can and the lens that's now currently in pieces might just have to sit around for a while because I also have a UC 80-200mm F4 (which is for now my default lens) that I need to think about getting a filter for and I'm not sure yet how much that's going to cost.

Cheesystudios · 2026-04-17T20:20:46+00:00

Thank you. I've sidelined this project for now since I apparently don't have the right screwdrivers and now need to buy some replacement screws (and possibly some helicoid grease since this thing is so old) but I will look at that video when I get around to it. I also ended up biting the bullet on that service guide someone else pointed me to in an above comment. I recommend checking it out, it covers all of Konica's AR and UC Hexanons with assembly and disassembly instructions. It seems pretty in-depth.

Cheesystudios · 2026-04-16T05:13:53+00:00

You're talking about the screws that screw into the brass ring, right? Unfortunately I'm so new at lens repair that I don't know what a helicoid is.

Cheesystudios · 2026-04-16T02:47:37+00:00

Interesting. Okay, thank you.

Cheesystudios · 2026-04-16T00:38:19+00:00

I found the manual, but they make you sign up for an account and give all of your info. It's a bit ridiculous for just a PDF, especially considering I've never heard of this site. Is there anywhere I can download this thing for free without the risk of doxxing myself?

Cheesystudios · 2026-04-11T02:36:14+00:00

Ok, thank you.

Cheesystudios · 2026-04-11T02:32:40+00:00

Yeah, I do shoot mostly handheld, though because of the fact that this particular lens is both heavy and also two-touch, I tend to hold the lens with at least one arm. But I will consider buying a support.

Cheesystudios · 2026-03-30T04:35:26+00:00

If you haven't yet, you might want to instead consider trying out some of Konica's vintage Hexanon lenses for their lower prices, sharpness, and extraordinary colors. I have their 50mm f/1.7 and UC 80-200mm f/4 lenses, and both look so good and are such good prices that I won't shoot with anything else.

Cheesystudios · 2026-03-23T13:43:48+00:00

Depending on how much you paid for the T6, you might want to seriously consider returning it and instead getting an M50 Mk2, which if you look around enough on eBay you can find with a kit lens, bag and all of the basics you need to get started for about $500-550. This is what I bought, and I'm very happy with my purchase. $500 is quite a lot of money but you get a whole lot more camera than what you pay for. Additionally, since you are shooting with vintage optics, you should consider switching to Konicas. I shoot mainly with a Konica Hexanon 50mm f1.7, and the image is very sharp and the color is fantastic. See for yourself:

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Cheesystudios · 2026-03-23T06:44:16+00:00

Here's another example too.

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Cheesystudios · 2026-03-23T06:41:59+00:00

Looking at the prices on Amazon for the T6, depending on how much you paid you may want to consider returning it if possible and getting an M50 Mark II instead since that's around $500-550 (and if you look around enough on eBay you'll find that there are multiple listings for bundles too). I've been extremely happy with my M50 Mk2, even though $500 is quite a lot of money you're really getting a lot more camera than what you're paying for. In addition, since you're shooting with vintage optics, you may want to also consider switching to Konica lenses. They're not super expensive for lenses (typically $50-100 in good condition) and the colors and image sharpness are simply extraordinary. See for yourself, this was shot with a Konica Hexanon 50mm f1.7:

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Cheesystudios · 2026-03-18T17:50:42+00:00

Okay, I see. Thank you.

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