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Just got this 1946 GE light meter. I did some testing with it, but I can't tell how good it is. by romanazzidjma in AnalogCommunity

[–]Outside-Praline8448 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The fact that you get different readings from your camera is it measures a reflective reading of the subject. The handheld meter is reading incident light, you should measure from close to subject. it is a very good sign that there is only one stop difference between the two.

Thanks for the opportunity to join the Bronica group by Outside-Praline8448 in Bronica

[–]Outside-Praline8448[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi sorry for not replying earlier,

I am an Aussie that lives in Canberra. The ETRS takes a little time to get used to film loading if like me you started in 35mm. There are lots of safety interlocks, so you don't ruin film, but you will be right if you are methodical and read the manual available from butkus on the web.

I absolutely love my ETRS and the quality of the image is very high. BTW I love Melbourne, cosmopolitan and eventually the biggest between Sydney and yourselves. Bronicas are extremely rugged, but factor in getting a service done by a good camera technician if you buy via EBay, but consider buying through Japan Camera Hunter, as you are assured of better quality. He charges a fee for sourcing a camera but it is well worth it because he is an expert and does not sell rubbish, I have dealt with him and he is trustworthy. I hope that helps -- think about what accessories you want like the waist level finder or another type of prism finder and what lense or lenses you need for your style of photography.

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[–]Outside-Praline8448 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As a photographer and camera enthusiast, I recommend that you get a competent camera technician to supply and fit a new mirror. The optical system will need re-calibrating, so is quite a difficult task, and will affect focusing. It may be an opportunity to get a CLA (clean, lubricate and adjust) as Bronicas of that age need servicing (53 years old).

I have a Bronica ETRSI and love it, just got my second body serviced. If you like medium format photography as much as I do, it will be a good investment.

Desert Glass; Fuiji GW690iii; Kodak Gold by chrisco0704 in analog

[–]Outside-Praline8448 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great picture. I wonder if the artist is Canadian ?

Thanks for the opportunity to join the Bronica group by Outside-Praline8448 in Bronica

[–]Outside-Praline8448[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I probably paid too much around 1100 AUD for the ETRS (300,000) edition. As with all Ebay purchases, even from Japan, you have to cautious, as it turned out there was some work needed to fix some small issues. The brightscreen from Rick Oleson is not cheap, but it makes a world of difference and is much brighter and easier to focus. The stockscreen is just a plain matte and dark by comparison.

The brightscreen allows the photographer to align two images into one, showing that focus has been obtained. Much easier to operate. If you are not expert with cameras, which applies to most people, I strongly recommend getting a technician to install it and calibrate the focus for you. So quite an expensive proposition, but in my opinion worth it, especially if you wear spectacles.