Rangefinders (Fixed Lens)

Fixed lens rangefinder film camera reviews – these cameras are similar is size to many of the scale focus film cameras found here. The main difference is that they have the added benefit of a rangefinder to help the user focus. If you are unaware of the concept of a rangefinder, you can find out more about them in this article: What is a Rangefinder Camera, and is one right for you?

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31 October, 2013

Olympus XA Review – Another Classic Oly – by Daniel VanDurmen

By Daniel VanDurmen

Ok, the Olympus XA isn’t perfect, but Yoshihisa Miatani’s design is still impressive, even 34 years on. A small, affordable, pocketable, 35mm f2.8 lens camera, with ...

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