Steven Budden

Got one? Steven odyssic@aol.com

f stops. Steven

Do you have one? Tobin or otherwise? Used but working condition? Let me know. Thanks! Steven odyssic@aol.com

So it is impossible to match the look of reversal with negative film? How close can you get? Steven

[http://www.filmclassic.com/filmguard.html Film guard source. Steven

I see thanks. So is the look of reversal entirely lost on this non reversal stock? Steven

Thanks! Millions! Ow. So presumably there is still stock here and there? Also, transfer to internegative and then print... if it is the same as it has always been, what has changed in terms of those two reversal print stocks being discontinued? Thanks! Steven

So the new camera reversal stocks were reformulated but not the print stocks? What has been the response to this change so far? Also, theoretically how much would it cost to reformulate a stock like this? Thanks! Steven

Thanks! So what are the options now in terms of making a print from a reversal original? Also, in terms of hand processing and editing original... how would I make a print. In order to make a print there can only be cement splices? Or are tape splices ok in some machines? I understand if I edit a workprint with tape I then conform the negative with cement... but what if I edit the original reversal with tape? Or should I use tape first and then go in and replace with cement? (tedious) or should I make a "workprint" edit that and then conform original? The thing is, I'd like the film to get roughed up naturally by the editing, which is one of the reasons I'm interested in editing original (ala Stan Brakhage). Any help appreciated. Thanks! Steven

In this case I guess you could shoot film. Steven

Fuji still makes reversal print stocks? STeven

What are the options now in terms of making a print from a reversal stock? Or how would one duplicate an old reversal film if needed? Steven

Karl, Is there a source for this film lube or a good film lube in general that comes recommended? Steven

An Aaton Minima would be sweet though. Steven

I think if you're shooting to create a 16mm film for projection keeping the whole deal on film might actually be cheaper. I just started physically editing workprint, and a short doesn't seem that overwhelming at all (and the materials for editing are relatively cheap). I haven't delved into sound yet, which would be the most challenging issue, in this case. But not impossible. Also, just try to get things right in a take or two. It is a silly practice anyway to just shoot anything that moves and try to put all that into a coherent whole (unless its a documentary perhaps). See Aviator. How long is the short? Steven

I also think it still makes sense to just shoot regular 16mm or go all the way and do super 16mm. If you're going to do blow up super is of course ideal, and if you're not, if you're just going to project the 16mm print then reg is fine. And if you're going to create a DVD than super would be great. You can get super 16mm cameras for not that much, so if it is to be your medium of choice you might as well bite the bullet, unload the "unconvertable" camera and use the money to pay for super conversion camera. After doing much research on my own a year or so ago, I came to the conclusion that ultra is just an odd place to be. In between the two standards... therefore not quite as good as either one. Steven

Sorry... black and white. Steven

Projecting film is just a wildly stupid idea. Not to mention environmentally unfriendly. The only thing it has going for itself is that it's a standard and that the machinery is cheap - I can take my reel under my arm and fly anywhere in the world and get picture and sound on the screen. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Hmm.... sounds like you're the man with the hammer? I don't think it's wildly stupid. In fact, it seems completely logical. How else would a one project an image through film and onto a screen? Now that digital is here all previous technologies are "wildly stupid"? Ironically someone in the future will look on us now and call us wildly stupid for entrusting all of our most coveted masterworks to the finicky digital realm. Steven

I know there are, I just need to be pointed in the right direction. Anyone know who makes reversal print stocks. I imagine companies overseas still make them but I'm not sure which one. Fomapan? Thanks! Steven

Actually I said that. I bought some from Action camera here in SF and it came two perf without me even asking! Steven

How does one order film directly from Kodak at all? Most websites have the option to select one or two perf... well, not most, but many of the ones I've been looking at. I'd think it was a pretty stock item still, so price and time should be about the same. Steven

I believe you set the ASA dial to that little half or full circle setting ( I don't recall the dial exactly). When I had my POE there was a manual on this forum under manuals and docs. You might want to search for it or do a post and someone will give it to you. Steven

Close up adapter... http://cgi.ebay.com/Bolex-Vario-Switar-Len...1QQcmdZViewItem POE 1 http://cgi.ebay.com/Bolex-Switar-16-100MM-...1QQcmdZViewItem POE 2 http://cgi.ebay.com/KERN-VARIO-SWITAR-1-1-...1QQcmdZViewItem

No, it doesn't come with the close up lens. Just sometimes they come screwed onto the end. Also, the bayo is a very sturdy mount and the bayo lens is more highly prized (and priced). If the zoom is stiff you may've paid a bit too much for that lens, but it should work fine with the c mount adapter. Many dealers carry those batteries... they're around $30 generally. Sam, let me know how the new Joan of Arc is... the Bresson. Steven

Do you have the instructions for the POE? You can also use it as a manual lens if you set it. I had one without batteries and I screwed with it a lot without the batteries and it zoomed fine. There are instructions online somewhere. How much did you pay for the POE? There is a Bayonet mount POE on ebay now for $499, the lowest I've seen it (though it will probably go up a bit). (Also, if the batteries are dead take them out because those old batteries leak (you probably already have). And is there the close up adapter fitted onto the end? Steven