I have some friends who have requested duplicates of some Realist slides taken about 25 years ago. Can this still be done and if so where is the best source?...
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Is there an easy way to open the metal brumberger stereomounts? I bought some old realist slides and whoever mounted them transposed the left and right images....
Or, if you're in Japan, order it "naga maki" ("long roll"): '·Šª. Learned that after creating an extremely elaborate film roll label in Japanese that was...
Hi, I'm going to use an electronic flash with my Realist 3.5, and I'd like to know if anyone can recommend any flash makes/models that work well with it....
The trusty old Vivitar 283 works just fine, and is my favorite foolproof general flash. Be sure to use a voltage reducing gizmo like the ones sold by Dr.,T Dan...
... Thu Jul 9, 2009 10:00 am (PDT) Velvia 50 is a great film but too intense for good rendition of people! Kevin, Velvis , they are still not sure if its still...
... First, I totally agree about the Vivitar 283 being one of the greatest flashes ever made and a perfect pairing for the Realist. The flash has four...
Sometimes simple is best. For the few flash stereos I shoot I've been using a pocket-sized Nikon SB-30 mounted on the camera with one of the little devices Dr....
Yes, DrDave is correct about the voltage issue. My adapter will let you use a flash without modifying the camera. It can also accept more than flash units...
I personally use an Olympus T20 flash (about $20 used) with a "filed down" Realist (and my RBT X4 SLR). This is a lightweight compact flash that uses two AA...
Another happy Vivitar user here. Note that the current model is the 285HV, which has a lower trigger voltage, making it safe to use with electronic cameras....
... I second the vivitar, really nice flash with indicator of flash readiness and auto f8 for k64 and auto f11 for fujichrome 100! I use the Hama flash...
Hello all, This sounds really exciting. A press release yesterday indicated that the selling price for the camera will be about $600 and a September launch...
... I suggest that you join photo-3d to discuss this topic, as it is not relevant to the Stereo Realist. Those attending the NSA Convention in Mesa AZ, (ends...
Hello All! I just got a set of realist filters on ebay, they fit very loosely, any suggestions on how to get them to stay on without damaging them or the...
Try going to the hardware store and getting some small rubber "O" rings to act as fillers between the lens and the filter. ... Ralph Reiley - R.A., A.I.A. -...
I greatly appreciate everyone's suggestions about film developing. I decided to send my Provia film to A & I in Southern California because it was the nearest...
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Hi all, Has someone started making the heat-seal cardboard mounts again? I preferred them because 1. I started with them and am very comfortable with them, 2....
I would bet that you can find "new old stock" heat seals to purchase. I may have a few at home, although I previously got rid of most of my unused supply. I...
I used heats seals for years and loved them. You know you could even adjust the window easily, just ignor the tabs. Lately I have gotten used to Spicer mounts,...
... It is a Realist camera (looks like a Custom Realist) with a Seton Rochwite (note correct spelling, no "h") polarizing attachment. It is the looks of the...
Not sure, but looks like a Custom Realist with a polarizing filter. Ray Cash Petaluma, CA ________________________________ From: nevsky187 <ctblaw@...>...
Greetings, I have several stereo Realist and related items for sale in ebay, in case anyone is interested... Most items start low and have no reserve....