Brewingfisherman
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I have recently acquired a nikonos v from my father.
I think my photo is attached. But the camera is in great shape. I have a 20mm lens on it. and I think that should suffice. No plans on spending a ton of money in this venture.
So basically I am going to grab a roll of film to shot and ensure the camera works. Then get the dynamic orings serviced unless I can do those myself. Replace film door and the other user replaceable orings on my own.
I want to invest in a flash. I'm seeing nikonos flashes for about 100 and older ikelite flashes for much cheaper.
The higher the number the stronger the flash is what I am gathering, is this correct? Example ikelite substrobe 75 is not as strong as ikelite 125. How strong of a flash do I actually need? Also I do have access to an old ikelite 75 but the glass is cracked and the flash is old so I'm assuming it would be cheaper to get a new one (used) then servicing cracked glass and replacing the battery.
I'd like to get the 15mm lens for it if I see it for the right price. But not necessary.
Please give me your thoughts if you have the time. But overall it will be nice using the camera my father used over 25 years ago, today.
No I am not a professional diver or photographer and I am not really interested in such either. Just want to get some awesome shots and challenge myself in the scuba sport.
I am located in Miami and mostly dive in miami or the keys. So the water is usually warm and clear.
I think my photo is attached. But the camera is in great shape. I have a 20mm lens on it. and I think that should suffice. No plans on spending a ton of money in this venture.
So basically I am going to grab a roll of film to shot and ensure the camera works. Then get the dynamic orings serviced unless I can do those myself. Replace film door and the other user replaceable orings on my own.
I want to invest in a flash. I'm seeing nikonos flashes for about 100 and older ikelite flashes for much cheaper.
The higher the number the stronger the flash is what I am gathering, is this correct? Example ikelite substrobe 75 is not as strong as ikelite 125. How strong of a flash do I actually need? Also I do have access to an old ikelite 75 but the glass is cracked and the flash is old so I'm assuming it would be cheaper to get a new one (used) then servicing cracked glass and replacing the battery.
I'd like to get the 15mm lens for it if I see it for the right price. But not necessary.
Please give me your thoughts if you have the time. But overall it will be nice using the camera my father used over 25 years ago, today.
No I am not a professional diver or photographer and I am not really interested in such either. Just want to get some awesome shots and challenge myself in the scuba sport.
I am located in Miami and mostly dive in miami or the keys. So the water is usually warm and clear.