How many more cameras do you want?

f/16 · May 6, 2015

We have a "how many cameras do you need?", so I thought I'd start this thread. I have about 13 analog cameras and there's about 7 more that's on my list. Couple more Nikons-FA and F3HP. Currently I do not have a Canon so maybe an A1 or AT-1. I have a Pentax ME Super but want a KX. And a Minolta XD11 for my 2nd Minolta. I've never owned an Olympus so an OM-1 would be nice. I have a Kiev 4 RF but I'd like a Kiev SLR-Kiev 10 or Kiev 15. I'd like a Kiev 60 MF but they're not reliable so maybe a rebuilt Kiev 60 called the Arax. So what's on your list?

MartinCrabtree · May 6, 2015

Let's see......mmmmmm......F2,F3,F4,F6 and FM3A. So 5 more. At least.

I'd like an FX digital Nikon too.

Tamara · May 6, 2015

I'd like a Leica RF... I guess an M3 because I'm a joiner. I wouldn't kick a Nikon F4 out of the house, either, even though I probably wouldn't use it as much as the F5.

Other than that, there's nothing in 35mm I'm really burning for, although I'm always open to good deals. I've told my friends if they catch me buying anything in medium format, they can do an intervention.

Bill Burk · May 6, 2015

I just got the last one I'll ever need today.

Thanks Rick A!

480sparky · May 6, 2015

Just one.

But I'm sure I'll attract more than that.

mooseontheloose · May 6, 2015

In 35mm, only one, the FM3A.

David A. Goldfarb · May 6, 2015

I have around 12 or 13 and don't need any more, but I'd like to keep all the ones I have in good working order.

Malinku · May 7, 2015

A Minolta xk and Pentax lx. Then I set and would not need anything else besides the mamiya c33 I got for camera bodies. Lenses are a different story.

summicron1 · May 7, 2015

what do i still need?

the next one. and the one after that. And the one after that. lather, rinse, repeat.

Alan Gales · May 7, 2015

I have never shot a Leica and I'd like to see what all the fuss is about. I have played with a Nikon F and liked it. I would love to shoot an F2. I'd also like to try a Rolleiflex TLR. Sinar Norma's and Arca Swiss monorails are very intriguing. Chamonix and Ritter 8x10 field cameras are also a must try.

I've got more wants than money.

Jeff Bradford · May 7, 2015

A Fuji GSW690iii would be nice.

Strider · May 7, 2015

Olympus OM-1n and a Olympus OM 3Ti are on the list.

BradleyK · May 7, 2015

Just one: A TLR, a purchase I have been contemplating for some months now. Most likely a Rolleiflex...

alanrockwood · May 7, 2015

Bill Burk said:
I just got the last one I'll ever need today.

Thanks Rick A!

What was it?

Theo Sulphate · May 7, 2015

Interesting question.

Leica:
I do want an M4. I think if I'd started with an M4, I'd've never bought M3's or M6's. Also want an R7 to play with that program mode.

Nikon:
I've got all the good ones. Might get another F with plain prism.

Canon:
I've got the one's I want. The EF is best. Benji is right.

Minolta:
SrT-101 w/chrome dial, mint condition. The Holy Grail. Also want AF lenses from the Maxxum 7 era.

Pentax:
Want a clean KX.

Exakta:
Interested in models I don't already have, beyond VX. Also want Exa II very much.

Hasselblad:
Want 205FCC or TCC. for the Z setting. Realistically, will never get it cuz I'm not going to buy the FE lenses or backs. Meanwhile, I use my 500-series with a Zone VI spotmeter.

Mamiya:
Need nothing more other than just a few backs and lenses.

Large format:
Nothing more other than a few more good Grafmatic holders.

Ciné:
Bolex H-16 Rex-5

So... I think I'm close to being done I do have other hobbies though...

Gunfleet · May 7, 2015

I used to use a sonar with a good range of lenses as a student. So I'd like that plus the studio to go round it

Gunfleet · May 7, 2015

Sinar - sorry autotext

darkosaric · May 7, 2015

I am humble , I want: one more nikon F with plain prism, MP with 0.85 viewfinder without 75mm lines, M7 with 0.85 viewfinder without 75mm lines, Xpan and Noblex. Not so much. From lenses I want only old version nikkor-p 105/2.5 and super wide heliar 15mm, all other that I want I have already.

benjiboy · May 7, 2015

I'm very happy with what I have and don't want or need anything else.

AgX · May 7, 2015

So far we goth these threads:

-) "how many cameras do you have?"

-) "how many cameras do you need?"

-) "how many more cameras do you want?"

I'm curious about what is coming next...

jacaquarie · May 7, 2015

And the real question that we may not admit.
How many cameras do you use?

Theo Sulphate · May 7, 2015

jacaquarie said:
And the real question that we may not admit.
How many cameras do you use?

I use all of my cameras - every camera is kept operational and is used to make photos.

Between 1971 and 1986 I owned and used only one camera (Pentax) and one lens (55mm f/2). I got to be fairly good. All the others now I admit are toys, but I use them.

benjiboy · May 7, 2015

AgX said:
So far we goth these threads:

-) "how many cameras do you have?"

-) "how many cameras do you need?"

-) "how many more cameras do you want?"

I'm curious about what is coming next...

Where do I seek professional help for my obsessive camera buying ?

AgX · May 7, 2015

You already referred to a funny farm...

Steve Smith · May 7, 2015

None... but I do need to finish the 5x4 folding camera I am building... as I have been saying for a couple of years now!

Steve.

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