Let's get this straight first—it absolutely doesn’t matter wether you shoot film or digital. It doesn’t matter what camera you use. And, honestly, no one really cares. Especially those who look at the final product - the print. Just get the job done—make prints that look the way you want them to. And the bonus—enjoy using the camera you use to get the results you want.

That said - I enjoy using my cameras. I enjoy shooting on film (many reasons here) and shoot medium format, 6x6, and I love the experience of working with fully mechanical cameras. A combination of mechanical cameras and medium format film allows me to achieve the results I want. Simple.

In this ‘scroll’ I want to quickly show you my cameras. This isn't a review or a guide, but rather a glimpse into the tools I love and use. Some I use regularly, and others occasionally, depending on what I'm aiming to achieve. If I had to draw an analogy, I'd say this is more like a quick, vivid sketch rather than a labor-intensive oil painting.

Rolleicord I - Art Deco

Medium format 6x6. 120 Film.
The first Rolleicord model was produced from November 1933 to March 1936. I own two Art Deco versions, both manufactured in 1934. In Germany this model was known as the Tapeten-Rolleicord - Wallpaper Rolleicord.
Shooting with these cameras is pure joy. The feel of minimalistic Art Deco in your hands is incomparable. It offers everything you need for taking photographs - Aperture setting, Time setting and Release lever. What else do you need?
The vintage lenses yield images with a charming softness. This model was definitely build to last. Oh, and of course, the aesthetics of this camera are stunning.
I've grown particularly attached to these two beauties, having serviced them myself.

You can find out more about Rolleicord Art Deco here.

Rolleicord Va Type 2

Medium format 6x6. 120 Film.
This Rolleicord model's production ran from March 1958 to January 1961, and I believe mine dates back to 1959.
The shooting experience it offers is unparalleled—simple and impactful. I like the lens gentle softness, the unbeatable reliability and quality. Constructed entirely from metal, with no plastic parts, it was made to last. This is the camera I carry with me every day… yes, every-single-day. This is the camera I will never part with.

You can find out more about Rolleicord Va II here.

Hasselblad 500 C/M

Medium format 6x6. 120 Film.
500CM was produced from 1970 to 1994. Mine is 1992.
This is an extremely reliable camera which is renowned for its quality and modular design, allowing users to interchange lenses, viewfinders, advance knobs, and film backs. It’s a fully mechanical, manual camera that does not rely on batteries for operation.
I am using Carl Zeiss 80mm f/2.8 Planar lens with my Hasselblad, which is equivalent to about 50mm on a 35mm film.

You can find out more about Hasselblad 500c/m here.

Coronet Consul

Medium format 6x9. 120 Film.
This is a simple point-and-shoot box camera. It was manufactured in circa 1950 and featured a built in red filter and a simple meniscus lens. This one arrived from a friend, touched with thick rust and death itself. Ferrying its soul back from the other side of the river Styx involved seven hours of meticulous work, quite a bit of cursing, and the companionship of a glass of Irish whiskey. A good one. Though this camera does look somewhat tattered it’s now in a perfectly working condition. Nice toy.

You can save yourself whiskey and buy one online for 20 quid.

Nagel 33

Large format 9x12. Sheet Film.
Manufactured around 1928 - 1932.
This portable large format beauty makes you stop and think at least twice before releasing its shutter. It encourages a slower, more mindful approach to photography. Affixed with a small plaque reading "Photo-Brenner. Köln," it traces back to a shop with a profound legacy, sold nearly a century ago. The shop's history, deeply affected by Nazi persecution due to the Brenner family's Jewish roots, is a poignant reminder of resilience. You can read the article here. It’s in German, so Google Translator might come handy.

You can find out more about Nagel 33 here.

Olympus M-1

Small format. Full frame, 35mm Film.
The M-1 was introduced in 1972 model. A genius creation of the legendary Japanese designer Yoshihisa Maitani, had the "M" for Maitani. However, due to legal concerns from Leica regarding their "M" series, it was rebranded to OM-1 in 1973. Only 52,000 M-1 cameras were made.
Though I’m not a 35mm user, I fell in love with this compact masterpiece and the shooting experience it offers.

You can find out more about Olympus M-1 (OM-1) here and here.

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