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I have used Robin several times and echo these sentiments. I believe that Asahi Photo are good too, although I haven't used them myself.

K.

Some nice images there although I would straighten up some of the horizons (esp. on number 3).

K.

Cameras and lenses in my rucksack (usually 3 SLRs and the Lubitel), tripod in my hold luggage with a smaller camera bag containing filters, films and other odds and sods. When I am out and about I once I get wherever I am going I may take anything from a single SLR and lens, the smaller bag with one SLR and a few lenses, or the whole kit and caboodle depending on my mood.

One reason I prefer the Lubitel 2 to my Yashica is that it is much smaller and lighter even with a hand-held lightmeter. Unlike the 'Lomo' remakes of the Lubitel, this one has a pleasingly sharp lens if you stop it down a bit, as well as the swirly Russian bokeh if you leave it wide open. The main drawbacks are (a) you cannot fit filters and (b) the images aren't always square on the film so the scanning looks wonky. I am eyeing up a Super Ikonta IV at the moment so that I can shoot square 120 images on something more user friendly that the Lubi.

K.

I am fascinated that everyone prefers the Lubitel image. I am beginning to think I should sell off all my Pentax gear and invest in 120 roll film instead... On the other hand, perhaps not. There are other shots of the fountain in this set.

Cheers, Kris.

I was talking generally about the "life changing" nature of the Ltds, not as a recommendation to James. Both the 31mm and 77mm are on my wish list, along with an F* 300mm but all will have to wait until I win the lottery or something!

K.

I think the Lubitel image was shot at f/22. It was a very bright day and I was using 400ASA film on a camera which doesn't take filters...

K.

Sadly yes. At least I know where there is a clean toilet though...

K.

Don't forget you only need a PK mount not a PKA one as you cannot adjust the aperture. SRS had one in their listing, IIRC.

K.

Glad to hear the latest products are getting good reviews. Let's hope the K5 does as well.

K.