Tag: Photowalk

Nikomat in Santa Monica

Posted on by Don Salvo

Recently, I went on a Classic analog photography walk. It seemed the time for the “Land Rover” of cameras, the vintage Nikomat, yes, the Japanese name, produced between 1965 and 1978. This is a heavy body (FT-N, 67-73) with lots of metal, yet very reliable and durable. Totally mechanic with few malfunctions that could not be repaired. The handling is similar to the Minolta SRT series. Here, I have used fresh Kodak TMax100.

On these walks, my eye is drawn to repeating patterns.
Lovely patina on the sign at Bergamot Station.
The beautiful construction inside Tongva Park.
The view focuses on the ocean immediately.
Good fences…

Berlin with a Voigtlander Vintage Camera

Posted on by Don Salvo

In mid-2023, I was able to travel to Berlin, taking with me the Voigtlander Perkeo II vintage film camera. This is a wonderful and impressive machine. The lens is excellent. Definitely a keeper.

Berlin Voigtlander Perkeo II
Kodak Gold 200 Unter den Linden
Looks like the 1930s.
Marx and Engels remain mute against the backdrop of Berlin’s catholic cathedral.
The Reichstag seen from the river.
Germany’s political headquarters are modern and a bit lifeless.
Berlin Dom Fuji Reala 100
Fuji Reala 100 Museum Island, James-Simon-Galerie. This is a new addition to the Museum island.
Alexander von Humboldt, Ukrainian Flag, Kodak Gold 200
City Hall and St. Mary’s Church, Kodak Gold 200
Volksbuehne Kodak Gold 200