Re: Returning to the Film Fold


"Don McC" <DonMcC@xxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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Took out my old Mamiya-Secor DTL and Canon A-1. Ran a roll of film
through each, both still work great, but each could use new light seals
and a good CLA.

Local shops (Buffalo, NY) want $120-$150 for that. Is that the going
rate or are there better repair deals on the Web? (For $120, I could
buy a CLA'd camera and lens with warranty on eBay.)

Also discovered that camera shops only carry consumer grade film such
as Kodacolor Gold. Couldn't find Kodak UC or Fuji Velvia. Where is
a good place to Web shop for better film?

Finally, where to go for processing? Years ago I used Kodak in nearby
Rochester and Mystic Film in Connecticut. What's good now?

The times, they are a changin'.

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Digital Don returns to the Film Fold



B&H and Adorama both sell film and give you the choice of USA or Imported
stock. Pick up a copy of Shutterbug Magazine and you'll find numerous film
offerings.

J and C Photo has a wide selection:

http://jandcphoto.com/


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