Just got a Rolleiflex 2.8

[Richard Jepsen]

That is a great story. Now you have an obligation to use that Rollei. They are superior cameras. Irving Penn, Walker Evans, Imogen Cunningham, and Avedon used the Rollei in the 50s and 60s.

Think of the camera as a mini view camera and not a SLR. You can zone focus and pre meter for action shots; but real pleasure is found when shooting in a more deliberate way. Tri-X (EI 200) and D-76 1:1 is a good combo. The lens resolution is outstanding. Having a brighter screen adds pleasure.

Hopefully the camera does not need a CLA...but if your a serious photographer who can work in a deliberate style the CLA cost is worth it.

The camera is small for MF. I have a Bronica RF645, also small, and find the Rollei smooth edge box shape, is often just as nice or nicer to use as a walk around camera as long as its in a small bag.

 

[aroth87]

Hopefully the camera does not need a CLA...but if your a serious photographer who can work in a deliberate style the CLA cost is worth it.

I found a guy locally who has had a camera repair business since the 60's and is taking a look at it now. Barring anything major being wrong with it, I should have it back before Christmas. To be honest, if I had bought the camera in the condition it was in I would never have considered taking it in to be cleaned, I could live with the shutter release issue if I found out the focusing error was my fault and I don't have any complaints about the other functions. But since I got it for free I'm more inclined to pay to have the gunk cleaned out and everything adjusted, especially since its such a nice camera to begin with. I might look into a new screen for it at a later date, I don't have the funds for a CLA, screen, and trip to the East Coast all in one month!

I've been lusting after a Rollei ever since my wife got a Yashica Mat 124G. I really wanted a TLR of my own and almost bought a beater Rolleicord a few months ago, I'm glad I waited!

Adam