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Pentor IB + Pentacolor 50/2.8: Buyer’s Guide - Dutch|Thrift
Pentor IB + Pentacolor 50/2.8: Buyer’s Guide
The Pentor IB paired with the Pentacolor 50mm f/2.8 is a straightforward, fully mechanical 35mm SLR kit with an M42 screw mount. This guide explains what it is, how it... Read more...
Nikon F50 Guide: Specs, Tips, and Buying Used - Dutch|Thrift
Nikon F50 Guide: Specs, Tips, and Buying Used
The Nikon F50 is a practical, budget‑friendly entry into analog photography. It brings autofocus ease to 35mm film, adds full P/A/S/M control for learning exposure, and accepts a broad range... Read more...
Petri GX-1 (1977–1980s) – a budget-friendly, fully mechanical 35mm SLR revived for today - Dutch|Thrift
Petri GX-1 (1977–1980s) – a budget-friendly, fully mechanical 35mm SLR revived for today
Petri GX-1 body with Petri bayonet mount—DutchThrift product photo. Meet the Petri GX-1 The Petri GX-1 is a manual-focus 35mm SLR from the late 1970s that keeps things refreshingly simple.... Read more...
Minolta Dynax SPxi + 75–300mm: 2025 Field Guide - Dutch|Thrift
Minolta Dynax SPxi + 75–300mm: 2025 Field Guide
Meet an affordable telephoto film kit that still earns its spot in a creator’s bag: the Minolta Dynax SPxi (also known as the Maxxum SPxi) paired with the Exakta 75–300mm... Read more...
Chinon GL-S Buying & Shooting Guide (2025) - Dutch|Thrift
Chinon GL-S Buying & Shooting Guide (2025)
A practical, creator-focused guide to getting authentic Super 8 results with the Chinon GL-S today—covering features, workflow, costs to consider, and second-hand buying tips. Chinon GL-S Super 8 camera —... Read more...
Yashica Minipak: Pocket Film Fun in 2025 - Dutch|Thrift
Yashica Minipak: Pocket Film Fun in 2025
Yashica Minipak pocket 110 film camera — tested second-hand simplicity. Meet the Yashica Minipak The Yashica Minipak is a compact 110 cartridge film camera from the early 1970s designed for... Read more...
Zenit E in 2025: Rugged 35mm SLR for Creators - Dutch|Thrift
Zenit E in 2025: Rugged 35mm SLR for Creators
The Zenit E is a fully mechanical 35mm SLR from KMZ that still inspires modern creatives. This guide shows how to use it well, pair it with the right lenses... Read more...
Praktica B100: 2025 Guide to This 35mm SLR - Dutch|Thrift
Praktica B100: 2025 Guide to This 35mm SLR
Praktica Electronic B100 — Photo via DutchThrift What the Praktica Electronic B100 Is and Why It Matters The Praktica Electronic B100 is a 35mm SLR film camera designed by Pentacon... Read more...
Minolta Riva Zoom 70 Review: Features & Buying Tips - Dutch|Thrift
Minolta Riva Zoom 70 Review: Features & Buying Tips
The Minolta Riva Zoom 70 is a compact 35mm film camera with a practical 35–70mm zoom, easy automation, and a classic snapshot look. This guide helps you evaluate a second-hand... Read more...
Casio Exilim EX-Z350: Lo‑Fi Pocket Shooter - Dutch|Thrift
Casio Exilim EX-Z350: Lo‑Fi Pocket Shooter
Looking for a compact camera that adds character to your everyday? The Casio Exilim EX-Z350 is a small, simple, and charming choice for creators who want that unmistakable CCD feel... Read more...
Fujifilm FinePix S2950: Second‑Hand Buyer’s Guide - Dutch|Thrift
Fujifilm FinePix S2950: Second‑Hand Buyer’s Guide
The Fujifilm FinePix S2950 is a budget-friendly bridge camera with an 18x optical zoom, manual controls, and easy AA power. This practical guide shows what it does well today, how... Read more...
Canon Sure Shot 115U Review & Buying Guide - Dutch|Thrift
Canon Sure Shot 115U Review & Buying Guide
The Canon Sure Shot 115U (also known as the Autoboy 115 or Prima Zoom 115) is a pocketable, fully automatic 35mm companion. Below you’ll find what it is, how it... Read more...