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**TomB_tx** · 02-17-2024, 08:49 AM - **10 Likes**

Before electronics well done chrome and mechanical details defined quality. What camera is this?
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Driline · 02-17-2024, 12:34 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by TomB_tx

Before electronics well done chrome and mechanical details defined quality. What camera is this?
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Canon rangefinder.

henkvanzuylen · 02-18-2024, 03:25 AM - **11 Likes**

This nice camera arrived this week
I call this German lady 'Gretchen'

It's a Automat 6x6 Model RF 111A, made between 1937 and 1939
In working condition, although a CLA would be a good idea for this old lady

**Terry C** · 02-18-2024, 03:51 AM - **4 Likes**

Had my D90 since new in 2008.

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**simple1** · 02-18-2024, 10:44 AM

Originally posted by henkvanzuylen

This nice camera arrived this week
I call this German lady 'Gretchen'

It's a Automat 6x6 Model RF 111A, made between 1937 and 1939
In working condition, although a CLA would be a good idea for this old lady

She is a beauty.

Driline · 02-19-2024, 11:22 AM

Originally posted by Terry C

Had my D90 since new in 2008.

The Film SLR "N80" Nikon I just ordered in the used section of Adorama looks just like it.

andrewd · 02-19-2024, 01:56 PM - **1 Like**

I thought that was an F80. Can’t be polluting this marvelous thread with digital trash

**simple1** · 02-19-2024, 03:57 PM - **5 Likes**

**tonyzoc** · 02-20-2024, 08:03 AM

Originally posted by Terry C

Had my D90 since new in 2008.

I think the N90s/F90x is a great value used and with the multifunction back it has more functionality than the Pentax PZ-1p with the same shutter I believe. I had 3 N90s, but sold one.

Driline · 02-20-2024, 11:55 AM

Originally posted by tonyzoc

I think the N90s/F90x is a great value used and with the multifunction back it has more functionality than the Pentax PZ-1p with the same shutter I believe. I had 3 N90s, but sold one.

I just purchased a Nikon N(F) 80 from Adorama for $32 dollars in G condition. Hoping it all works out OK. We'll see

wkraus · 02-20-2024, 03:23 PM

Originally posted by tonyzoc

I think the N90s/F90x is a great value used and with the multifunction back it has more functionality than the Pentax PZ-1p with the same shutter I believe. I had 3 N90s, but sold one.

But does it have the IF button?

sota · 02-20-2024, 04:23 PM - **5 Likes**

I think I have an addiction problem.

**richard0170** · 02-20-2024, 04:29 PM

Originally posted by sota

I think I have an addiction problem.

I used to have a MZ5n (ZX5n) back at the end of the '90s. I thought it a very nice camera. It's a shame there were problems with some of the construction choices leading to reliability issues. They were the last Pentax cameras which captured the essence of machines like SV, Spotties, MX or ME Super cameras whilst incorporating the latest tech. IMO.

sota · 02-20-2024, 04:39 PM

I mirror those sentiments. It's probably why I have so many. Most of which are working!

All the ones with flashes up are fully functional. Flash down means the spring pin is broken, but works otherwise. the two in the front row with no body caps have broken drive gears.
I need to place another order for brass replacements at some point, and get a buddy of mine to 3D print fixes for the flashes.

Jonathan Mac · 02-21-2024, 03:49 AM

Originally posted by Driline

The Film SLR "N80" Nikon I just ordered in the used section of Adorama looks just like it.

The F100 (one step better than the F80) was used as the basis for the earlier Nikon DSLR bodies and the D90 still shows some of that.

Originally posted by sota

I think I have an addiction problem.

I'd say your problem is that you're addicted to the wrong range of film cameras. Try some earlier ones that are far more reliable.

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02-17-2024, 12:34 PM - 1 Like	#9362
Driline Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: IOWA Where the Tall Corn Grows Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,740	Originally posted by TomB_tx Before electronics well done chrome and mechanical details defined quality. What camera is this? Attachment 627174 Attachment 627175 Canon rangefinder.

02-18-2024, 03:25 AM - 11 Likes	#9363
henkvanzuylen Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Netherlands, 's-Hertogenbosch Posts: 465	This nice camera arrived this week I call this German lady 'Gretchen' It's a Automat 6x6 Model RF 111A, made between 1937 and 1939 In working condition, although a CLA would be a good idea for this old lady

02-18-2024, 10:44 AM	#9365
simple1 Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: In the Florida swamps Posts: 794	Originally posted by henkvanzuylen This nice camera arrived this week I call this German lady 'Gretchen' It's a Automat 6x6 Model RF 111A, made between 1937 and 1939 In working condition, although a CLA would be a good idea for this old lady She is a beauty.

02-19-2024, 11:22 AM	#9366
Driline Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: IOWA Where the Tall Corn Grows Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,740	Originally posted by Terry C Had my D90 since new in 2008. The Film SLR "N80" Nikon I just ordered in the used section of Adorama looks just like it.

02-19-2024, 01:56 PM - 1 Like	#9367
andrewd Senior Member Join Date: May 2021 Posts: 239	I thought that was an F80. Can’t be polluting this marvelous thread with digital trash

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02-20-2024, 08:03 AM	#9369
tonyzoc Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2018 Posts: 998	Originally posted by Terry C Had my D90 since new in 2008. I think the N90s/F90x is a great value used and with the multifunction back it has more functionality than the Pentax PZ-1p with the same shutter I believe. I had 3 N90s, but sold one.

02-20-2024, 11:55 AM	#9370
Driline Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: IOWA Where the Tall Corn Grows Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,740	Originally posted by tonyzoc I think the N90s/F90x is a great value used and with the multifunction back it has more functionality than the Pentax PZ-1p with the same shutter I believe. I had 3 N90s, but sold one. I just purchased a Nikon N(F) 80 from Adorama for $32 dollars in G condition. Hoping it all works out OK. We'll see

02-20-2024, 03:23 PM	#9371
wkraus Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Near Vienna, Austria Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,081	Originally posted by tonyzoc I think the N90s/F90x is a great value used and with the multifunction back it has more functionality than the Pentax PZ-1p with the same shutter I believe. I had 3 N90s, but sold one. But does it have the IF button?

02-20-2024, 04:29 PM	#9373
richard0170 Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2017 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,057	Originally posted by sota I think I have an addiction problem. I used to have a MZ5n (ZX5n) back at the end of the '90s. I thought it a very nice camera. It's a shame there were problems with some of the construction choices leading to reliability issues. They were the last Pentax cameras which captured the essence of machines like SV, Spotties, MX or ME Super cameras whilst incorporating the latest tech. IMO.

02-20-2024, 04:39 PM	#9374
sota Forum Member Join Date: Apr 2023 Location: NJ Posts: 64	I mirror those sentiments. It's probably why I have so many. Most of which are working! All the ones with flashes up are fully functional. Flash down means the spring pin is broken, but works otherwise. the two in the front row with no body caps have broken drive gears. I need to place another order for brass replacements at some point, and get a buddy of mine to 3D print fixes for the flashes.

02-21-2024, 03:49 AM	#9375
Jonathan Mac Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Madrid, Spain Posts: 10,950	Originally posted by Driline The Film SLR "N80" Nikon I just ordered in the used section of Adorama looks just like it. The F100 (one step better than the F80) was used as the basis for the earlier Nikon DSLR bodies and the D90 still shows some of that. Originally posted by sota I think I have an addiction problem. I'd say your problem is that you're addicted to the wrong range of film cameras. Try some earlier ones that are far more reliable.

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