• Olympus OM1, OM2, OM2S Program, OM4 | Which Is The Best One To Buy In Year 2022?

    In this video, I discuss my honest opinion on which Olympus OM single-digit manual focus camera is the best buy in the year 2022.

  • Update on GVM SD300D LED Video Light Defective Fan Replacement

    So I’m here to provide an update on the defective fan situation with the GVM SD300D that I reviewed weeks ago. In this video, I go over my diagnostic process on replacing the defective fan that shipped with the GVM SD300D video light.

    It’s a fairly simple repair if you have basic DIY knowledge.

    Now things you’ll need:

  • Kodak Ektar 100 Film Test Olympus OM2n + OM Zuiko 28mm F3.5 Lens

    The first roll of color negative film: The Kodak Ektar 100 (expired for about 3 years) from my Olympus OM2n, shot mostly on the fantastic Zuiko 28mm F3.5 (single coated) wide-angle lens.

  • Olympus OM-1/1n VS OM-2/2n | 35mm SLR Manual Flim Camera Buying Guide

    Dilemma, dilemma, dilemma! This video is my opinion on which camera you should buy if you are stuck between an Olympus OM-1/1n or OM-2/2n. In this video, I break down the critical points of purchasing one camera over the other, based on my analysis.

    All OM-1/1n/2/2n models suffer from the famous foam deteriorating defect that requires an immediate prism cleaning remedy. See my detailed repair video here: https://youtu.be/hcawBMezOv4

    The “n” models added direct contact at the camera back to use with cordless Recordata Backs (Older back can also be used with PC terminal), a flash ready LED in the viewfinder, and regardless of the position of the FP/X switch is set at, automatic X-sync with Shoe-4 when any of the dedicated flashes are used.

  • GVM SD300D Bi-Color COB LED Video Light vs Aputure LS C300D Mk II

    So I was kindly provided a review sample from GVM to test their newly released Kelvin Adjustable (2300K-7500K) 300W LED video light, model # SD300D https://bhpho.to/3kkTP9o

    I received the light and immediately started my unboxing and first impression video process while comparing its performance to the higher-priced Aputure LS C300D Mark II.

    During the testing, the light shut itself off due to overheating shortly after turned on… I was not able to do any further comparison videos besides a 50% power output test and a 100% power output test between two lights.

    I contacted GVM, and they told me to try to fix the fan problem myself, and due to supply issues in China from the shutdown and the lockdown, they don’t even have a replacement fan available.

    I’m going to attempt a repair on this video light and will post a follow-up video of my attempt at making this light’s active cooling fan work again on the unit.

  • Sony FE 35mm F1.8 Full Frame Lens 4K Video Test on Sony A7 III

    Handheld, Aperture Priority.

    Color graded in Davinci Resolve.

    The 35mm F1.8 is my favorite take-anywhere lens, and super sharp with great AF performance.

    Sony FE 35mm F1.8: https://amzn.to/3EwHsQK

  • Olympus OM-1 Top Cover Disassembly Viewfinder Clean & Prism Restoration

    I show you how easy it is to remove and service the foam-damaged prism on OM1, OM1n, OM2, and OM2n. You just need the right tools, patience and little bit of your spare time.

    Tools needed for this job (or to service most Japanese film cameras):

    Lens Spanner Wrench (this is the best one I can find): https://amzn.to/3fWpoUO

    Crosspoint Screwdriver Set: https://amzn.to/32fRFT3

    Tweezers: https://amzn.to/3piB0XL

    Compass: https://amzn.to/3qeIdap

  • How To Do Double or Multiple Exposure on a Leica M Film Camera (or many other film cameras)

    Double/Multiple Exposure capability certainly expands many folks’ creative horizons on film cameras.

    However, not many cameras feature an integrated multiple exposure function, but in this video, I’ll show you how to overcome this design limitation, and be able to do multiple exposures fairly easily on cameras that don’t feature a multiple exposure switch.

    I’m using my Leica M4-2 as an example, but this should apply to many other M film cameras, or even non-Leica film cameras, using the same technique of observing the film rewind lever.

    It is quite easy!

  • Olympus OM-1/1n VS OM-2/2n | 35mm SLR Manual Flim Camera Buying Guide

    In this video, I review and compare two very popular 35mm manual focus SLR film camera choices from Olympus.

    All OM-1/1n/2/2n models suffer from the famous foam deteriorating defect that requires prism cleaning remedy. See my detailed repair video here: https://youtu.be/hcawBMezOv4

    What does the “n” model improve upon the original? Well the “n” designation added direct contact at the camera back to use with cordless recordata backs (older back can also be used with PC terminal), a flash ready LED in the viewfinder, and regardless of the position of the FP/X switch is set at, automatic X-sync with Shoe-4 flash attachment when any of the dedicated flashes are used.

  • Voigtlander Color Skopar 35mm F2.5 II Leica M Mount Digital Samples

    Here are some samples shots from the Voigtlander Color Skopar 35mm f2.5 II Leica M mount, mounted on Sony A7 IV using a Leica M to FE adapter with close focusing capability. (Video review with more samples coming soon)

    Really love this tiny 35mm lens. Compact, well built, versatile, and very good optical performance. I have shot two rolls of HP5 on the lens but haven’t had a chance to develop my films yet. I will of course update in a new post when films are developed.