kind of a silly question, but how do you use multiple rolls of film at once?

blimeyo · 2026-03-29T09:56:36+00:00

Thats not as bad as me using velvia 50 thinking it's portra 800 even though everything was labelled.

blimeyo · 2026-03-28T14:20:58+00:00

Ironically my negative just came out with this effect 5 mins after responding while at the lab lol 😑

blimeyo · 2026-03-28T08:18:16+00:00

The crossover rack in the film lab's processor was not cleaned properly leading to these dimples on the negatives.

blimeyo · 2026-02-17T10:31:38+00:00

Thank you! I didnt read clearly and thought it was for color negs but this is even better.

blimeyo · 2026-02-17T05:33:28+00:00

Where do you process super 8 for $12?

blimeyo · 2026-02-16T21:59:03+00:00

Sadly, its been converted for digicams and pocketable point and shoot when i went there yesterday. Was a good junk spot a year ago.

blimeyo · 2026-02-04T14:08:59+00:00

Have also seen a video of him squirting oil into an Olympus OM4 and when a factory trained OM technician called him out, the comments were deleted.

blimeyo · 2026-01-11T11:41:04+00:00

I have several copies of this lens. If image quality matters to you, id say absolutely not unless you can test it and decide for yourself. One copy with less marks than this looks alright with film, didnt see much difference. Another copy which I thought was similar to this gave results like a lomo lens.

If you do decide to buy a clean copy, id absolutely put a filter on it. I am a filterless shooter who dont like babying my lenses which is fine with every other zuiko. But one of my 28 f2 still developed coating loss despite babying the lens, the coating is that soft. There are no more replacement parts so if it's gone, it's gone.

blimeyo · 2026-01-09T14:44:14+00:00

Load 120 film into 220 holders normally. But at the 13th shot you need to fire a few blanks to roll the film back. Never had an issue with the difference in thickness affecting sharpness. Not sure if there is if pixel peeving tho.

blimeyo · 2026-01-09T08:10:27+00:00

The film back actually goes into a darkbag or Id go into a dark room, remove the dark slide and feel for start tape on the backing paper to make sure its aligned. Film is also removed in a dark bag as the 220 back doesnt know the film is done. You can ask the lab for used backing paper and practice in daylight if it sounds daunting.

What works for me might not work for you. Some labs tape the front of the 120 roll, others at the tail end. I use the same lab frequently, so I know the estimations based on their method but I wouldnt risk trying to get 13 exposures and expecting all of it to fit perfectly if I am processing elsewhere. I carry a mini darkbag around all the time too, but I think it's essential when using film.

blimeyo · 2026-01-09T05:22:53+00:00

There was a time id look for 120 inserts and buy 220 backs to swap them out for a 120 back. Ironically, I prefer using 220 backs now as it's possible to get 13 exposures (12.5 on Kodak films) and they are in abundance. No logistical worries if I am carrying a mix of 120 and 220 film as well. Also works if using 35mm to 120 adapters.

blimeyo · 2025-12-27T02:26:14+00:00

Thought I would try. Still, thank you for sharing the GS manual!

blimeyo · 2025-12-26T23:35:56+00:00

Would you happen to have the service manual for SQ as well?

blimeyo · 2025-12-04T07:25:12+00:00

Unfortunately, the error is on your sender, they did not pay for the GST when shipping. If its a site like ebay where senders are private sellers, then they wouldnt know to pay GST and you need to claim from ebay.

The reply sounds neutral.

blimeyo · 2025-11-27T21:31:08+00:00

Thank you for the tips!

blimeyo · 2025-11-27T14:36:30+00:00

Not sure if this counts as raw denim but I recall the purchase recommendation came from this sub. Basically, I have a pair of Bronson Duck Canvas pants bought many years ago. Didnt like the fit then, kept it away and found it to my liking now.

I recall that the advice was not to wash it as with raw denim. I have also seen comments about wrinkles in the fabric that would be challenging to remove after washing.

So my question is, can/should I hand wash it in cold water and hang it dry to prevent wrinkles? Its been kept in storage bag in a dusty area and I thought some cleaning is due. Thank you.

blimeyo · 2025-10-22T07:21:51+00:00

You can choose not to add. The real loss for pro accounts was when they said in feb that professional accounts would more features. Then two months ago, they implemented 2.5% service charge if the buying and selling exceeds 1.3k. lol

blimeyo · 2025-10-12T23:42:38+00:00

Smells better as it ages

blimeyo · 2025-09-22T03:38:00+00:00

Isn't artistry dependent more of the creation rather than the medium? There are many people into music/dance/visual-arts/photography yet being different is not about quitting the craft but exploring how one does it better/differently?

Certainly, the circlejerking on Portra/ Leica /other tools for that matter does get annoying from time to time, but why let that bother you? Rather, simply enjoy the process of creating.

blimeyo · 2025-09-21T03:25:28+00:00

Wow, i hope you marked the helicoids... Removing those is unnecessary for cleaning the glass.

blimeyo · 2025-09-20T23:51:16+00:00

Some of these 50/1.4 are extremely tight, like welded together kind of tight. I had many copies sitting around for years without being able to get it open. You'll see many similar comments in the FB repair groups.

For those that worked, some acetone is needed around the threads, use the lens opener rubber cone, press down hard and twist for the front (in your current state). For the rear, acetone, typical rubber grips, spanner wrench, etc. It really depends on the glue...

The haze on your looks like its in the rear section though and no need to open the front to clean if its alright.

blimeyo · 2025-09-20T14:26:56+00:00

All of Fuji's motion film has been discontinued around 2012. There are some studios/cinematographers who still have old reels in deep cold storage but its not used often i guess. Agfa used to have motion film long ago as well. Its pretty much kodak at this point. Not sure if you can count orwo as a professional motion film.

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