That what I have been finding that if I focus until I think it is in focus is not always the same as when the split image is correct.

I understand the principle on how to focus the MX but when outside in brighter light or without a good vertical to use I am having trouble.

I know this is probably something that takes a little time to learn but has anyone got any tips I can use on focusing the MX ?

Jason

Has anyone got any experience/opinions on the following two systems for getting slides into digital?

-SRB-Griturn.
-Ohnar Digital Slide Duplicator.

Or are there better alternatives I should be considering?

Thanks
Jason

Can't really see it myself TBH.

Not sure this would be totally down to the lens either.

Jason

If you mean maybe the palish skin tones, to me it doesn't look like the lighting would be ideal for great skin tones.

Jason

Thanks for the suggestions of what to look for and check on a used MX.

Mine appears to be OK so far, probably the seals need replacing as mentioned.

Would it be a good idea to get it serviced ?

What does a service involve ? and what would you expect to pay ?

Any recommendations as to where to get it done ?

I have seen an advert for asahiphoto in the back of the AP magazine, does anyone have any experience with them ?

I can see that this will be a cherished camera for life so don't mind treating it with a bit of TLC if needed.

Jason

Just like to say a big thank you to Hardgravity for sending me 4 batteries for my new MX.

Jason

Just wondering if anyone knows why the largest aperture on the M 50mm f1.7 is f1.7 ?

I could understand f1.8 as it is in the 1.4,1.8,2.8,4 etc scale.

I presume that you could have a lens with any maximum aperture that doesn't have to have a conform to the above scale but why not have made it f1.8 ?

Jason

I posted the film in the container, so not sure if it would fit out of the container but I probably wouldn't post it like that anyway.

Jason

Mine's stuck down firmly, didn't want to scratch at it too hard though.

Jason