Nikon EM 35mm Film Camera

I recently picked up a Nikon EM for $20. I really like how lightweight and simple the camera is. It's aperture-priority automatic only and that's what I shoot most of the time so it works perfectly for quick snapshots. I like that it "beeps" quietly if the shutter speed is too slow or fast, and the one-button "backlight" compensation is quick and easy.

As with most/all of the more compact and simple cameras in Nikon's non-pro lineup, my only hang-up is the ~92% viewfinder. I really like having exact 100% viewfinders, but alas I will always have to use one of my F cameras for that.

Photos from the EM:

Rodenstock 90mm f/6.8 Lens on 4x5

90mm is my favorite focal length for 4x5 photographs. A couple of years ago my Nikkor 90mm f/8 shutter exploded while out photographing, and I have yet to fix it. For now, this Rodenstock is a fine substitute.

This Rodenstock is not the "green-stripe" version, but I don't think there's any appreciable difference. This lens might have the tiniest bit less "snap" or "contrast" compared to the Nikkor, but again, nothing to really write home about.

Some images:

Voigtlander Vitessa with 50mm Ultron Fixed-Lens 35mm Camera

I searched for a long time before finding a Vitessa that worked without needing an overhaul. The Vitessa I have is equipped with the 50mm f/2 Ultron and does not have the selenium meter. I think this is one of the most beautiful and interesting cameras, though pretty heavy / dense due to the metal construction and complex mechanisms. It makes excellent images:

Efke "Aura" IR820 Infrared 4x5 Film

I still have some of this film left, but it's been affected by age. Here are some images from it, taken with 4x5 sheet film:

Mercury 4x5, 47mm XL, cropped square

Kodak Portra 160 in Medium Format

I prefer Portra 160 over 400 for its somewhat higher contrast and warmth. Here are some 120 images: