The RD1 is just lovely! I only noticed I was left eye dominant when I picked up photography 4 years ago. I had to train my right eye because it makes aiming long lenses at birds much easier.
Thanks for this review! I'm very intrigued by this camera, but need to wait to find an affordable version. Really glad you added the photos at the end -- they're very nice and the color rendition seems excellent.
I apologize for my delay in getting back to your comment! Yes, a very unique camera indeed, but also still very expensive even after all these years. I had to wait over a year for a copy that was within by budget. I set an alert on Ebay so that I would get notified when there were new listings for the R-D1. And yes, I'm glad I was able to add some sample photos! Thanks for watching!
I had one from new, when it was launched. fabulous camera. the one main issue I had was that the rangefinder calibration went out twice in two years, just from normal travel, not dropping it or anything. It isn't a straight forward operation to recalibrate it and after the second time I paid to have it fixed I sold it.
Yeah, I remember when it can out and it popped piqued my interest as I already had M glass but alas it seemed a lot . Took me another 6 years or so to get a digital camera.
For your first youtube video you did great, you're natural. As for RD-1 it's one of the very few cameras that I wish someone would make again in 202x along with TX-1/2.
Thank you for the kind words Peter! Yes, I agree that someone should make something like this again, but honestly I don't know if anyone will because of how niche it is. (Also, I am soooo sorry for this extreme delay in replying to comments!!) ^_^
Hi Vedro! First of all, I'm reeeeaaallly sorry for my delay in getting back to comments (please forgive me for that lol), but secondly, thank you so much for those kind words! That actually is really encouraging sir ^_^ I hope to make more videos in the near future so thank you again for that encouragement ^___^
I wish I could get one, or that Fujifilms X-Pro4 would resemble the mechanical operation. It seems like the perfect combo of mechanical no-screen operation without having to spend money on film. I love my Nikon FE’s with their full mechanical film advance lever. Using cameras without that mechanism always feels like something is missing. Kindo like a bolt-action rifile, it makes you slow down and choose when to shoot your photo. Cuz you don’t use any burst etc
truly a gem of a camera, this 1:1 viewfinder experience sounds amazing! And wow amazing pictures at the end - the colors look lovely, how much where they edited?
Hello! Sorry for the late reply on your comment! Yes, I think the 1:1 would be great for a right-eye dominant shooter (but it's not so bad for us left-eye users lol) And thank you for the kind words about the sample photos! For editing, I take the files into Lightroom CC, I use a USB-C dongle to get Raw files from the SD card directly onto my phone (It's nice because the files are so small with a 6.1 megapixel sensor). I usually use some film presets that VSCO used to sell back in the day, but unfortunately they are no longer available. I like using the presets because it's quick and I can send to family and friends easily through any messaging apps (since it's not a high resolution sensor, the files are very easy to manage). I have VSCO's 07 pack and I usually use the following presets from that set: -Agfa Portrait XPS 160 -Agfa RSX 50 -Kodak Ektar 25 -Ilford Pan F 50
great first video!! (there are a lot of comments on this video haha) looks like a really cool camera and I would definitely be interested in it if I didn't have a budget lol
Hello! Thanks for watching and sorry for my late reply to your comment. Yes, I'm surprised at how many comments there were! Yes, the prices have gone up so I'm glad I got it when I did!
Nio! This is a fantastic introduction video! Fantastic job! Subbed with a bell dude! I have to say, when this camera came out, I wanted this camera so bad! I love rangefinders as I have a few film ones myself. CCD sensors are still so great! They look much closer to film then cmos does! I seriously can’t wait to see your next upload! I wish I knew about you when I was doing my recommended channels. But I’m definitely going to in the near future! Seriously awesome video man!
Thank you for the kind words, I'm seriously humbled man ^_^ And yes! I totally agree with you about CCD sensors! I know there's no science to what I'm saying here lol, but colors and highlights on CCD sensors render like film! And thank you for the encouragement man! I hope to do more videos about some other cameras in the near future (: Thanks again for the encouragement, means a lot to me ^_^
@@niogomez gosh! This is my second time writing this! RUclips deleted my comment to you! I also noticed they deleted a comment you made on my video! It’s very irritating! But I wanted to let you know that I am looking forward to more uploads and I want to help you anyway I can! Sharing this video on twitter and Facebook as we speak! As well as other places I have! Looking forward to more videos from you!
@@AlpacoFilms ah dude, thank you! Honestly, I'm really humbled man! 😅 Hopefully I can make another video soon! I have to pick what camera to talk about next lol. What do you think, film or digital for the next one? Hah!
Nio!!! Great video! I just learned about this camera today, and immediately ran to RUclips to learn about it! Your review by far was my favorite! Keep up the great work!
Oh wow! Thank you so much sir for those kind words, that' really means a lot!! I hope to make more videos in the near future so thank you for that encouragement!! ^_^
Interesting your video. It is a very honest review. This camera I would love to have it in the first place because it is a beautiful design and very creative and functional. On the other hand, and although the sensor seems to be from prehistoric times, enlargements could be made on 20 x 30 cm paper with good quality and the color reproduction and those shades of black and white I really like a lot. Congratulations Nio!
Thanks you sir for the feedback! Yes, it is a wonderfully designed camera and it operates in a very tactile way that is reminiscent of film era cameras. I have not printed images from the R-D1 yet, but I have in the past had images from my old Nikon D100 printed. Both cameras share the same Sony built CCD sensor and I remember being comfortable with 8x10 inch prints (I think that's roughly around 20x30 cm). I even remember I had one photograph printed in 16x20 inches, that may have been pushing it for 6.1MP haha but it was in monochrome so it didn't look too bad to me, I was happy with it (:
Thank you for the kind words! Yes, sadly that is probably the case. There isn't any other camera like it and I don't think we'll ever see one like it again. :/
Great first video Nio! Your delivery is so relaxed & not overproduced like some camera videos. I definitely agree with another comment I read, that states that it feels like we are sitting in a café discussing cameras with you.👍🏼 I can see that the R-D1 is a great camera & that it should be held in high regard for being a breakthrough camera, the first digital rangefinder. However, I need to ask a question that might ruffle some feathers. (Please note, this is simply a question & not a judgment.) Why would you buy a R-D1 in 2021, when you can buy a very nice Fujifilm X-PRO1 & a few Fujinon lenses for the same price? I'm all about value for money & think that the X-PRO1 would be a much better purchase. Thank you, Chris - A camera & photography enthusiast/collector. My current main camera is a Fujifilm X-E3 with a Fujinon 27mm f/2.8 lens & a plethora of vintage lenses. I also shoot with a Canon A-1, Canon AE-1, Canon Autoboy AF35M, & Zeiss Ikon Contessamat SE.
Hi Chris! Thank you kind words and the constructive feedback, I'm just a regular guy doing regular things so it really means a lot to me! And thank you for your question (no worries, no feathers were ruffled) lol (: I picked up my R-D1 in November of 2020, but had been looking since about 2018-ish. I actually had a Fuji X-Pro2 with the Fujinon 23mm f2 WR and enjoyed that combo while I had it. It really was a great camera! But I yearned for something that had an actual rangefinder focusing mechanism. Although the Fuji had amazing build quality and took excellent photographs it didn't have that the manual feel I was desiring in a true rangefinder. On the film side of the house, I was able to pick up a Leica M4-P along the way and I think that gave me the shooting experience I was looking for, but it was a film camera. As much as I love shooting film, I was interested in having a similar shooting experience but with a digital workflow. I was extremely fortunate to at have at one point owned the Leica M9 with a factory updated sensor, that was a great camera too, but it still, to me at least, did not offer the same shooting experience and feel that my M4-P provided. So I sold the M9 and once again started looking for an R-D1. Thankfully, after much patience, I found my copy for a good price and I haven't looked back! For me personally, I think it made sense to go with the R-D1 for getting a digital workflow for images while maintaining a true mechanical shooting experience with the use of a rangefinder. One thing I said in the video (I think it was when I was talking about the shutter cocking lever) was that there was no other [digital] camera like it in the market today, and that I don't think that there ever will be. For me personally, the R-D1 is special because how unique it is and because of the way it feels when you look through the viewfinder, compose the scene in frame lines, advance the lever, and actuate the shutter release button... this feeling was one of the things that made me fall in love with photography in the first place - the act of capturing the photograph! I use both film and digital today, but I'd say that the R-D1 is the only camera that can give me that real analog feel when I want it while still keeping me in a digital workflow. Sorry if that was a long explanation on why I would buy an R-D1 in 2021 lol! In terms of value for money though I think you are entirely right, the X-Pro1 is a fantastic choice! Thank you again for your comment and happy shooting ^_^
Good stuff Kuya! I felt like I was in a coffee shop with you while you're schooling me on this. I was wondering how you were making this video while your kids are up. The struggle is real for me to produce one while being a new dad. Anyway, impressive video! Love the shots at the end! 🙌
Hey thanks Ehren! Thanks for the feedback on the coffee shop feel hah! That was one of my hopes for the video, that it would be approachable. There's a film photography channel that I really like on RUclips called "Local Analog" and the one quality I always liked about it was that it felt like you were hanging out with a friend (: I know what you mean man about the little ones. Yeah I had to do all my recording at night while they were asleep lol. Sometimes it's hard being a dad, but it truly is a gift from God - it's a blessed calling you've been called to brother! ^_^
Hello! I never had a chance to use the M8 or the M10, but I did own the M9 for a time. It was an awesome camera, I loved the images that came out of it! Man, a full frame Kodak designed CCD! The M9 was definitely a special camera, we probably will never see a sensor like that ever again (and the whole sensor corrosion thing was very unfortunate, luckily my used copy already had the sensor replacement done). Well if you picked up the R-D1, I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!
Looks like a novelty camera to me. Nice to have that analog film feel, reminds me of my Canon P rangefinder back in the late 90's. However only disadvantage is you cannot do burst continuous shooting on that one with that lever needs to be cranked each time you take a picture. Definitely not for sports shooting.
Ah the Canon P! I've held a used copy in a local camera store once but have never owned one, it seemed like a great mechanical camera with a reliable rangefinder! And yes, The R-D1 definitely has an analogue feel to it, but it just keeps you in a digital, albeit slow, workflow. And you are correct, there is definitely no continuous burst mode on this camera hah! Definitely not for sports, wildlife, birding, of anything like that! (:
Love this! Been flirting with the idea of getting one of these for the shooting experience, and your samples are really convincing lol. Have you ever printed from the files this makes?
Ah! Sorry I'm so late in replying, but thank you for your comment (: It's a really fun camera in terms of shooting experience! If you were thinking of getting one, I would set a reminder for a saved search in Ebay and just wait to see if there is a good deal that pops up. They've always been expensive but sometimes a reasonable priced one might pop up. In regards to printing, I have not printed from this specific camera yet, but I have in the past printed files from my Nikon D100 which shares the same 6.1MP CCD Sensor and I was happy with printing up to 8x10 (:
COOL!! I personally like this word so you get a pass for that from me lol You intro is actually much better in comparison with some videos coming from "seasoned" RUclips university graduates, well done sir(make a script before you recording and reading out loud to yourself in front of the mirror-will help big deal! or just keep on keeping on, I got a feeling you have lots of interesting thoughts to share....) Believed or not I'm on the fence about buying R-D1 right now and looks like you tilted it towards getting it, thanks for that! I have this crazy idea about using Pentax lenses with Fotodiox(el cheapo...) or Novoflex(real good German engineering!) on it but I'm automatically losing focusing and would have to focus by eye only(sounds like fun right?) Any thoughts on that? or personal experience?
Of all the words in the English language, I managed to use "cool" probably over a dozen times in the span of 15 minutes lol! Thanks for your kind words, it's really encouraging me to make more videos (: If you do end up getting an R-D1 I hope you enjoy it as much as I have! I've only ever used M-Mount lenses on my copy, and since it does not have an electronic viewfinder or any sort of live-view functionality, using non-rangefinder-coupled lenses may prove tricky. Of course you could use the hyperfocal scale on a Pentax lens for zone focusing, but personally I think I'll stick with the good 'ol rangefinder patch (: Speaking of Pentax though, I am thoroughly enjoying my recently acquired Pentax LX! It's a cool (cool lol) camera and when paired with the 40mm f2.8 it is an great compact everyday carry! Maybe I'll do a video on it in the near future ^_^ Good luck in your search for the R-D1!
@@niogomez Thanks, I'm toying with my(arrived yesterday!) new old R-D1 paired with Voigtlander CS 21mm F4 and as far as Pentax(the only brand I trust and usiing, 645Z, K1ii, K-01, Q-S1 atm and decades of others in the past) I'm thinking of my 10-17 with adapter or maybe even Roki8, think about it, how cool(❁´◡`❁) is that!
@@thek7k5 Nice! I hope you enjoy the Epson as much as I do (: I haven't had the chance to use the 645Z, but I really am enjoying my Pentax LX. Am I becoming a Pentaxian?? lol
Hi Ezekiel! First of all, I'm so sorry in this extreme delay in getting back to these comments! And second, the D100 and the R-D1 actually share the same sensor so they are similar. I used to have a D-100 but sold it many years ago, but to my eye at least, files seem similar. The Leica M9 on the other hand is different. I used to own an M9, I also sold that sometime ago but sometimes I really miss it. It's the only full frame CCD Leica M Mount Rangefinder camera so it too was something very special! that Kodak sensor was just fantastic, but plagued by that corrosion. For me though, I still really like the shooting experience of the R-D1. The M9 was a nice rangefinder for sure, because of how unique the R-D1 was, I just think it's in a league of its own (:
Hi Jared! Thanks for the encouraging words sir (: In terms of specs and performance, I don't think you could justify the price of this camera. Simply put, it is an expensive camera that has remained expensive up until now. But the reason I think it is such a niche product is because it is entirely different from modern cameras. Nowadays, It's very hard to find a "bad" camera. Digital cameras today are all just so good! Technology has advanced so much, sensors as well as image processors from every manufacturer are able to perform sooooo well! I don't even know what the highest ISO of the Sony A7Siii is, it's more 0's than I see in even ordinary non-photography related things lol. I honestly don't think you could justify price of the R-D1 based on performance, because if competing toe-to-toe with modern cameras the R-D1 would be left in the dust. I think the reason you get this camera is all for the experience. The CCD sensor though is a plus for me! Although it's antiquated tech in the camera industry, I think CCD sensors render light quite nicely but I think that might be a whole different rabbit hole altogether! (: Thanks again for your comment Jared!
I have an rd1S and the shutter is locked up. I really really want to get mine fixed because I enjoyed it so much. if you have nay idea where to get them repaired leme know!
Oh no!! I'm so sorry to hear that! I'm going out on a limb here, but I think maybe Steve's camera in California might be able to service your camera! Try giving them a call: www.yelp.com/biz/steves-camera-service-center-culver-city I hope you can get it fixed! (:
Yes, the R-D1 is not all that common, but there are still copies out there! Your best bet for picking one up is probably Ebay. When I was looking for mine, most of the ones I usually saw for sale were coming from Japan. And as far as information about the camera goes, I'll update the description of this video to include links to some youtube videos that other people have made about the camera, and I'll also list some articles/blog posts about the camera (:
The RD1 is just lovely! I only noticed I was left eye dominant when I picked up photography 4 years ago. I had to train my right eye because it makes aiming long lenses at birds much easier.
Lovely! Yes it is! ^_^
And wow! That's quite a feat to train yourself to shoot with the less dominant eye, congrats!
I always loved my R-D1, R-D1s then RD-1x. I so regret selling it. Hands down the best camera I’ve owned.
Thanks for this review! I'm very intrigued by this camera, but need to wait to find an affordable version. Really glad you added the photos at the end -- they're very nice and the color rendition seems excellent.
I apologize for my delay in getting back to your comment! Yes, a very unique camera indeed, but also still very expensive even after all these years. I had to wait over a year for a copy that was within by budget. I set an alert on Ebay so that I would get notified when there were new listings for the R-D1. And yes, I'm glad I was able to add some sample photos! Thanks for watching!
I had one from new, when it was launched. fabulous camera. the one main issue I had was that the rangefinder calibration went out twice in two years, just from normal travel, not dropping it or anything. It isn't a straight forward operation to recalibrate it and after the second time I paid to have it fixed I sold it.
Starting off on a bang 👌 RD1 is a dream camera
Thank you for the encouragement sir! Yes, it's definitely a bucket list camera for me, I'm grateful for the opportunity to have one!
Yeah, I remember when it can out and it popped piqued my interest as I already had M glass but alas it seemed a lot . Took me another 6 years or so to get a digital camera.
For your first youtube video you did great, you're natural. As for RD-1 it's one of the very few cameras that I wish someone would make again in 202x along with TX-1/2.
You sound like a soccer mom 😳😂
Thank you for the kind words Peter! Yes, I agree that someone should make something like this again, but honestly I don't know if anyone will because of how niche it is. (Also, I am soooo sorry for this extreme delay in replying to comments!!) ^_^
the dial is seiko. because seiko owns epson. i have the r-d1s. really love this camera.
Yes! I forgot to mention that in the video, thank you! It's very cool to see those dials move, it's like watch movement (:
What a lovely and humble guy you are! Your videos are so good to watch because of your character!
Hi Vedro! First of all, I'm reeeeaaallly sorry for my delay in getting back to comments (please forgive me for that lol), but secondly, thank you so much for those kind words! That actually is really encouraging sir ^_^
I hope to make more videos in the near future so thank you again for that encouragement ^___^
I wish I could get one, or that Fujifilms X-Pro4 would resemble the mechanical operation. It seems like the perfect combo of mechanical no-screen operation without having to spend money on film. I love my Nikon FE’s with their full mechanical film advance lever. Using cameras without that mechanism always feels like something is missing. Kindo like a bolt-action rifile, it makes you slow down and choose when to shoot your photo. Cuz you don’t use any burst etc
truly a gem of a camera, this 1:1 viewfinder experience sounds amazing! And wow amazing pictures at the end - the colors look lovely, how much where they edited?
Hello! Sorry for the late reply on your comment!
Yes, I think the 1:1 would be great for a right-eye dominant shooter (but it's not so bad for us left-eye users lol)
And thank you for the kind words about the sample photos!
For editing, I take the files into Lightroom CC, I use a USB-C dongle to get Raw files from the SD card directly onto my phone (It's nice because the files are so small with a 6.1 megapixel sensor). I usually use some film presets that VSCO used to sell back in the day, but unfortunately they are no longer available. I like using the presets because it's quick and I can send to family and friends easily through any messaging apps (since it's not a high resolution sensor, the files are very easy to manage). I have VSCO's 07 pack and I usually use the following presets from that set:
-Agfa Portrait XPS 160
-Agfa RSX 50
-Kodak Ektar 25
-Ilford Pan F 50
great first video!! (there are a lot of comments on this video haha) looks like a really cool camera and I would definitely be interested in it if I didn't have a budget lol
Hello! Thanks for watching and sorry for my late reply to your comment. Yes, I'm surprised at how many comments there were! Yes, the prices have gone up so I'm glad I got it when I did!
Nio! This is a fantastic introduction video! Fantastic job! Subbed with a bell dude! I have to say, when this camera came out, I wanted this camera so bad! I love rangefinders as I have a few film ones myself. CCD sensors are still so great! They look much closer to film then cmos does! I seriously can’t wait to see your next upload! I wish I knew about you when I was doing my recommended channels. But I’m definitely going to in the near future! Seriously awesome video man!
Thank you for the kind words, I'm seriously humbled man ^_^
And yes! I totally agree with you about CCD sensors! I know there's no science to what I'm saying here lol, but colors and highlights on CCD sensors render like film! And thank you for the encouragement man! I hope to do more videos about some other cameras in the near future (:
Thanks again for the encouragement, means a lot to me ^_^
@@niogomez gosh! This is my second time writing this! RUclips deleted my comment to you! I also noticed they deleted a comment you made on my video! It’s very irritating! But I wanted to let you know that I am looking forward to more uploads and I want to help you anyway I can! Sharing this video on twitter and Facebook as we speak! As well as other places I have! Looking forward to more videos from you!
@@AlpacoFilms ah dude, thank you! Honestly, I'm really humbled man! 😅
Hopefully I can make another video soon! I have to pick what camera to talk about next lol. What do you think, film or digital for the next one? Hah!
@@niogomez man I don’t know!!! lol that’s the hard part!
@@niogomez if you have time or chance for the film camera I think that would be really fun though. I’m really getting back to film a lot more!
Nio!!! Great video! I just learned about this camera today, and immediately ran to RUclips to learn about it! Your review by far was my favorite! Keep up the great work!
Oh wow! Thank you so much sir for those kind words, that' really means a lot!! I hope to make more videos in the near future so thank you for that encouragement!! ^_^
Interesting your video. It is a very honest review. This camera I would love to have it in the first place because it is a beautiful design and very creative and functional. On the other hand, and although the sensor seems to be from prehistoric times, enlargements could be made on 20 x 30 cm paper with good quality and the color reproduction and those shades of black and white I really like a lot. Congratulations Nio!
Thanks you sir for the feedback!
Yes, it is a wonderfully designed camera and it operates in a very tactile way that is reminiscent of film era cameras.
I have not printed images from the R-D1 yet, but I have in the past had images from my old Nikon D100 printed. Both cameras share the same Sony built CCD sensor and I remember being comfortable with 8x10 inch prints (I think that's roughly around 20x30 cm). I even remember I had one photograph printed in 16x20 inches, that may have been pushing it for 6.1MP haha but it was in monochrome so it didn't look too bad to me, I was happy with it (:
nice video - to bad no one will make anything like it again.
Thank you for the kind words!
Yes, sadly that is probably the case. There isn't any other camera like it and I don't think we'll ever see one like it again.
:/
Great first video Nio! Your delivery is so relaxed & not overproduced like some camera videos. I definitely agree with another comment I read, that states that it feels like we are sitting in a café discussing cameras with you.👍🏼
I can see that the R-D1 is a great camera & that it should be held in high regard for being a breakthrough camera, the first digital rangefinder. However, I need to ask a question that might ruffle some feathers. (Please note, this is simply a question & not a judgment.) Why would you buy a R-D1 in 2021, when you can buy a very nice Fujifilm X-PRO1 & a few Fujinon lenses for the same price? I'm all about value for money & think that the X-PRO1 would be a much better purchase.
Thank you,
Chris - A camera & photography enthusiast/collector. My current main camera is a Fujifilm X-E3 with a Fujinon 27mm f/2.8 lens & a plethora of vintage lenses. I also shoot with a Canon A-1, Canon AE-1, Canon Autoboy AF35M, & Zeiss Ikon Contessamat SE.
Hi Chris! Thank you kind words and the constructive feedback, I'm just a regular guy doing regular things so it really means a lot to me!
And thank you for your question (no worries, no feathers were ruffled) lol (:
I picked up my R-D1 in November of 2020, but had been looking since about 2018-ish. I actually had a Fuji X-Pro2 with the Fujinon 23mm f2 WR and enjoyed that combo while I had it. It really was a great camera! But I yearned for something that had an actual rangefinder focusing mechanism. Although the Fuji had amazing build quality and took excellent photographs it didn't have that the manual feel I was desiring in a true rangefinder. On the film side of the house, I was able to pick up a Leica M4-P along the way and I think that gave me the shooting experience I was looking for, but it was a film camera. As much as I love shooting film, I was interested in having a similar shooting experience but with a digital workflow. I was extremely fortunate to at have at one point owned the Leica M9 with a factory updated sensor, that was a great camera too, but it still, to me at least, did not offer the same shooting experience and feel that my M4-P provided. So I sold the M9 and once again started looking for an R-D1. Thankfully, after much patience, I found my copy for a good price and I haven't looked back! For me personally, I think it made sense to go with the R-D1 for getting a digital workflow for images while maintaining a true mechanical shooting experience with the use of a rangefinder. One thing I said in the video (I think it was when I was talking about the shutter cocking lever) was that there was no other [digital] camera like it in the market today, and that I don't think that there ever will be. For me personally, the R-D1 is special because how unique it is and because of the way it feels when you look through the viewfinder, compose the scene in frame lines, advance the lever, and actuate the shutter release button... this feeling was one of the things that made me fall in love with photography in the first place - the act of capturing the photograph! I use both film and digital today, but I'd say that the R-D1 is the only camera that can give me that real analog feel when I want it while still keeping me in a digital workflow.
Sorry if that was a long explanation on why I would buy an R-D1 in 2021 lol!
In terms of value for money though I think you are entirely right, the X-Pro1 is a fantastic choice!
Thank you again for your comment and happy shooting ^_^
Good stuff Kuya! I felt like I was in a coffee shop with you while you're schooling me on this. I was wondering how you were making this video while your kids are up. The struggle is real for me to produce one while being a new dad. Anyway, impressive video! Love the shots at the end! 🙌
Hey thanks Ehren! Thanks for the feedback on the coffee shop feel hah! That was one of my hopes for the video, that it would be approachable. There's a film photography channel that I really like on RUclips called "Local Analog" and the one quality I always liked about it was that it felt like you were hanging out with a friend (:
I know what you mean man about the little ones. Yeah I had to do all my recording at night while they were asleep lol. Sometimes it's hard being a dad, but it truly is a gift from God - it's a blessed calling you've been called to brother! ^_^
well made Sir
Cool!
I'm going to get one after this video introduction!
Good luck in your search!
Happy hunting!
:D
I used M8, M9 and M10. However, I always wanted the R-D1. Today, he finally buys it :)
Hello! I never had a chance to use the M8 or the M10, but I did own the M9 for a time. It was an awesome camera, I loved the images that came out of it! Man, a full frame Kodak designed CCD! The M9 was definitely a special camera, we probably will never see a sensor like that ever again (and the whole sensor corrosion thing was very unfortunate, luckily my used copy already had the sensor replacement done). Well if you picked up the R-D1, I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!
I have the m9 and I love the colors coming from it. I do face issues with the iso though. Low lit areas beat me a lot. How do you deal with that?
Looks like a novelty camera to me. Nice to have that analog film feel, reminds me of my Canon P rangefinder back in the late 90's. However only disadvantage is you cannot do burst continuous shooting on that one with that lever needs to be cranked each time you take a picture. Definitely not for sports shooting.
Ah the Canon P! I've held a used copy in a local camera store once but have never owned one, it seemed like a great mechanical camera with a reliable rangefinder!
And yes, The R-D1 definitely has an analogue feel to it, but it just keeps you in a digital, albeit slow, workflow. And you are correct, there is definitely no continuous burst mode on this camera hah! Definitely not for sports, wildlife, birding, of anything like that! (:
neither on other leica m's, having 1fps and manual fcusing...
You are a really great youtuber! Like you hear you explain, your edit is good. Subscribed!
Thank you for the kind words Simon! ^_^
And thank you for subscribing ^_^
Love this! Been flirting with the idea of getting one of these for the shooting experience, and your samples are really convincing lol. Have you ever printed from the files this makes?
Ah! Sorry I'm so late in replying, but thank you for your comment (:
It's a really fun camera in terms of shooting experience! If you were thinking of getting one, I would set a reminder for a saved search in Ebay and just wait to see if there is a good deal that pops up. They've always been expensive but sometimes a reasonable priced one might pop up.
In regards to printing, I have not printed from this specific camera yet, but I have in the past printed files from my Nikon D100 which shares the same 6.1MP CCD Sensor and I was happy with printing up to 8x10 (:
Sold mine. There was something funny with the sensor but I wish I still had it.
Man, sorry to hear about your's having an issue with the sensor, but yeah, it's a special camera. But maybe one day you could get one again! (:
Honestly it's probably only a matter of time before I start my search again.
Great video!
Thanks!! ^_^
COOL!! I personally like this word so you get a pass for that from me lol You intro is actually much better in comparison with some videos coming from "seasoned" RUclips university graduates, well done sir(make a script before you recording and reading out loud to yourself in front of the mirror-will help big deal! or just keep on keeping on, I got a feeling you have lots of interesting thoughts to share....) Believed or not I'm on the fence about buying R-D1 right now and looks like you tilted it towards getting it, thanks for that! I have this crazy idea about using Pentax lenses with Fotodiox(el cheapo...) or Novoflex(real good German engineering!) on it but I'm automatically losing focusing and would have to focus by eye only(sounds like fun right?) Any thoughts on that? or personal experience?
Of all the words in the English language, I managed to use "cool" probably over a dozen times in the span of 15 minutes lol!
Thanks for your kind words, it's really encouraging me to make more videos (:
If you do end up getting an R-D1 I hope you enjoy it as much as I have!
I've only ever used M-Mount lenses on my copy, and since it does not have an electronic viewfinder or any sort of live-view functionality, using non-rangefinder-coupled lenses may prove tricky. Of course you could use the hyperfocal scale on a Pentax lens for zone focusing, but personally I think I'll stick with the good 'ol rangefinder patch (:
Speaking of Pentax though, I am thoroughly enjoying my recently acquired Pentax LX! It's a cool (cool lol) camera and when paired with the 40mm f2.8 it is an great compact everyday carry! Maybe I'll do a video on it in the near future ^_^
Good luck in your search for the R-D1!
@@niogomez Thanks, I'm toying with my(arrived yesterday!) new old R-D1 paired with Voigtlander CS 21mm F4 and as far as Pentax(the only brand I trust and usiing, 645Z, K1ii, K-01, Q-S1 atm and decades of others in the past) I'm thinking of my 10-17 with adapter or maybe even Roki8, think about it, how cool(❁´◡`❁) is that!
@@thek7k5 Nice! I hope you enjoy the Epson as much as I do (:
I haven't had the chance to use the 645Z, but I really am enjoying my Pentax LX. Am I becoming a Pentaxian?? lol
Great vid!!
Thank you!
Lovely photos that capture your beautiful family! Love the colors! Would it compare it with a Leica M9? And or d100?😊 thanks
Hi Ezekiel! First of all, I'm so sorry in this extreme delay in getting back to these comments! And second, the D100 and the R-D1 actually share the same sensor so they are similar. I used to have a D-100 but sold it many years ago, but to my eye at least, files seem similar. The Leica M9 on the other hand is different. I used to own an M9, I also sold that sometime ago but sometimes I really miss it. It's the only full frame CCD Leica M Mount Rangefinder camera so it too was something very special! that Kodak sensor was just fantastic, but plagued by that corrosion. For me though, I still really like the shooting experience of the R-D1. The M9 was a nice rangefinder for sure, because of how unique the R-D1 was, I just think it's in a league of its own (:
Don’t have to apologise at all.
awesome review, could you justify the price based on modern cameras that perform in similar ways
Hi Jared! Thanks for the encouraging words sir (:
In terms of specs and performance, I don't think you could justify the price of this camera. Simply put, it is an expensive camera that has remained expensive up until now. But the reason I think it is such a niche product is because it is entirely different from modern cameras. Nowadays, It's very hard to find a "bad" camera. Digital cameras today are all just so good! Technology has advanced so much, sensors as well as image processors from every manufacturer are able to perform sooooo well! I don't even know what the highest ISO of the Sony A7Siii is, it's more 0's than I see in even ordinary non-photography related things lol.
I honestly don't think you could justify price of the R-D1 based on performance, because if competing toe-to-toe with modern cameras the R-D1 would be left in the dust. I think the reason you get this camera is all for the experience. The CCD sensor though is a plus for me! Although it's antiquated tech in the camera industry, I think CCD sensors render light quite nicely but I think that might be a whole different rabbit hole altogether! (:
Thanks again for your comment Jared!
I didn't even know that dominant eye was a thing
Lol! I know hah! I never thought about it until I started tinkering with rangefinders and hearing others discuss the topic!
I have an rd1S and the shutter is locked up. I really really want to get mine fixed because I enjoyed it so much. if you have nay idea where to get them repaired leme know!
Oh no!! I'm so sorry to hear that! I'm going out on a limb here, but I think maybe Steve's camera in California might be able to service your camera!
Try giving them a call:
www.yelp.com/biz/steves-camera-service-center-culver-city
I hope you can get it fixed! (:
So I got a T3 Contax when I could’ve gotten a R-D1 😢
I had the same decision to make, went with the Epson! Though the T3 still haunts my dreams.
Cool 😎
Hah! Thanks Henrik! 😁
Where can I find one, it's like it never existed. :/
Yes, the R-D1 is not all that common, but there are still copies out there! Your best bet for picking one up is probably Ebay. When I was looking for mine, most of the ones I usually saw for sale were coming from Japan.
And as far as information about the camera goes, I'll update the description of this video to include links to some youtube videos that other people have made about the camera, and I'll also list some articles/blog posts about the camera (:
For sale????
Fun Fact . the Nikon d100 used the same sensor. Keep it a secret.. Never mind 😂
Lol!
Ypu left eye dominant? We can't be friends.😣😂😂
Lolol!!