Film EOS Body

[smithy]

I've never used a 3, but I own and use a 1V (which I love). So if the 3 is almost the same camera, but much cheaper, then get it.

 

[shtfmeister]

still have a 3 with a PB-E2
that was my first serious setup
if they ever make a digital back for it id probably use it exclusively again
fast and built like a tank
this thread made me dig it out to listen to the shutter noise )

 

[EvilTed]

You could always get an old Leica M3
I picked up a minty 1957 M3, Summicron 50 F/2 and Summaron 35 F/35 with goggles and a light meter for $750!
I liked it so much I bought a 2011 Leica MP and new Summicron 50 F/2.

There's something about street photography with a film Leica that has to be experienced...

ET

 

[Mr Bean]

After my A1 started playing up in 2008, I made the "jump" to the EOS system and bought a second hand EOS3, plus a 50mm lens. An awesome camera. The fast AF system, plus a beaut, ergonomic feel about the camera. Enjoy

 

[Deleted member 91053]

You could always get an old Leica M3
I picked up a minty 1957 M3, Summicron 50 F/2 and Summaron 35 F/35 with goggles and a light meter for $750!
I liked it so much I bought a 2011 Leica MP and new Summicron 50 F/2.

There's something about street photography with a film Leica that has to be experienced...

ET

I tried street photography with my Leica iiig + 35mm and 50mm lenses. I love the build quality and size of my Leica but the photos? No thanks!
It was great in it's day but compared to my most basic EOS cameras it leaves a lot to be desired in my opinion.
Still everyone to their own!
Leica iiiG + 4 lenses + filters and other kit will be going soon if anyone is interested

 

[lilmsmaggie]

You could always get an old Leica M3
I picked up a minty 1957 M3, Summicron 50 F/2 and Summaron 35 F/35 with goggles and a light meter for $750!
I liked it so much I bought a 2011 Leica MP and new Summicron 50 F/2.

There's something about street photography with a film Leica that has to be experienced...

ET

I tried street photography with my Leica iiig + 35mm and 50mm lenses. I love the build quality and size of my Leica but the photos? No thanks!
It was great in it's day but compared to my most basic EOS cameras it leaves a lot to be desired in my opinion.
Still everyone to their own!
Leica iiiG + 4 lenses + filters and other kit will be going soon if anyone is interested

+1 For the ELAN 7 Nice little camera. I still have a bit of 35 film in the freezer and I can use all my Canon glass with it (50 1.8 II, 85 1.8, 24-105).


The pre WWII Leicas are ok but they're no match for the M body Leicas like the M3 which were produced from 1953 until now. The M3 - M4 bodies being the most popular among film shooters and street in particular.
I have a M5 3-lug and I love it. It's larger than the other M bodies but it was the first camera that Leica integrated TTL with a light meter in the body. Like the saying goes: "There's Nothing Like a Leica" -- at least for 35mm film ;D Having said that, some people just never take to a rangefinder, especially one like the Leica iiiG.

You either love rangefinders or you hate them.

 

[Deleted member 91053]

You could always get an old Leica M3
I picked up a minty 1957 M3, Summicron 50 F/2 and Summaron 35 F/35 with goggles and a light meter for $750!
I liked it so much I bought a 2011 Leica MP and new Summicron 50 F/2.

There's something about street photography with a film Leica that has to be experienced...

ET

I tried street photography with my Leica iiig + 35mm and 50mm lenses. I love the build quality and size of my Leica but the photos? No thanks!
It was great in it's day but compared to my most basic EOS cameras it leaves a lot to be desired in my opinion.
Still everyone to their own!
Leica iiiG + 4 lenses + filters and other kit will be going soon if anyone is interested

+1 For the ELAN 7 Nice little camera. I still have a bit of 35 film in the freezer and I can use all my Canon glass with it (50 1.8 II, 85 1.8, 24-105).


The pre WWII Leicas are ok but they're no match for the M body Leicas like the M3 which were produced from 1953 until now. The M3 - M4 bodies being the most popular among film shooters and street in particular.
I have a M5 3-lug and I love it. It's larger than the other M bodies but it was the first camera that Leica integrated TTL with a light meter in the body. Like the saying goes: "There's Nothing Like a Leica" -- at least for 35mm film ;D Having said that, some people just never take to a rangefinder, especially one like the Leica iiiG.

You either love rangefinders or you hate them.

I have no problem with rangefinders and agree the M series are considerably more user friendly than my old iiig. However I far prefer to use my EOS3, 33V or 5D for this sort of thing. The 5d is the best for convenience but you can't beat good high contrast B&W film for this sort of photography IMO. I have recently been playing with a Contax-Zeiss 25mm F2.8 manual lens for street/landscape work and am loving it - I find the field of view just right for my tastes, though my Canon 17-40 (at 17mm) can be great fun!

 

[paul13walnut5]

I really really fancy a contax G2 kit. Can't think when I would ever use it, just they are beautiful to hold, behold and use. Cheapish now as well.

 

[TexasBadger]

+1Elan7
Adorama has one for $70 in E+ condition

 

[OmarSV11]

I just tried the EOS-3 with some out-of-date color film, and damn I want the camera. One of the teachers in the school I work has the 1N-RS and the EOS-3 and he lend me both to try em and test em... And EOS3 totally.

I'm not giving it back, evah!

When I get the developed film and scan it I'll post some images! Thanks all for the advice.

 

[FunkyD3121]

Here is another vote for the EOS-3, which I bought New in 2003 & later an Elan 7. The EOS-3 is an Awesome camera & I will Never get rid of it. It has had a roll of Provia 100F in it for a year now, & I need to hurry & finish it off & get it processed. Love the Look on the chromes(Kodachrome, NO). But my 50D produces the kind of images I like & now my New G15 is really putting out some Great images!

 

[CanonGrunt]

Hey hey!

I just got an EOS 1V and an FD mount A-1. I'll let you know what I think after I've messed around with them.

Everyone here gave me some great input on these threads as well. I have a poll on one. A lot of people like the EOS 3. I heard a lot of great things. I only went with the 1V because I got an amazing deal on it, and I got the A-1 for almost nothing. Here are the threads:

http://www.canonrumors.com/forum/index.php?topic=13869.0

http://www.canonrumors.com/forum/index.php?topic=13882.0


I hope this helps. Good luck! I hope you are as excited as I am!

 

[botw]

Enjoy!

I still shoot with an AE-1 once in a while. I had an EOS 3, which was awesome, but the AF was getting dodgy. Still a fine looking and performing camera: