25-06-18
I’ve had my slightly battered Rolleiflex 3.5F since the late 1980’s, the slow shutter speeds eventually started sticking so took it in to be CLA’d in 2008, and have never used it since. Thought it was about time to give it a test run. Found a roll of Ilford Delta 400 (expired 2006) and quickly shot some images with it around the garden on Friday. Developed it Friday evening in some Adox FX39, (just enough in the bottle) and let it dry overnight.
The images aren’t anything special, just wanted to know if everything was working as it should.
Lavender
With Rolleinar II closeup lens.
It was extremely bright and sunny on Friday (still is) so the lighting was really harsh.
Blackberry Flowers
With Rolleinar II closeup lens in a dark part of the garden.
Berries
With Rolleinar II closeup lens in a dark part of the garden.
Rose
With Rolleinar II closeup lens in a dark part of the garden.
Fleur (Do Not Disturb)
Every time I moved in close to take a photo she decided to move !
Me & My Shadow with some Timber
Everything seems to be working fine with the camera, and considering how out of date the film was I’m quite pleased with the results. Out with the PhotoBuddies on Thursday so I might take it along with some fresh film.