lens cap for Rolleicord VB

[kex]

Are there any lens cap available for my Rolleicord vb ??
i got the original leather casing,but i cut off the strap
i tot it would be easier to bring out with lens cap on it.

Yes, there are a types of lens cap available for your rolleicord: rubber type of metal one. size is Bay 1. Price wise: metal one is more expensive, mint ones can go as high as $80. Anyway, don't pay more than $50 for a user condition one. Try prime camera or hotshot. They should have.

[kex]

wah~!~!
lens cap $50-$80 !!

i think i use lens tissue cover up cheaper..
thanks !

oops! I meant to say that "there are 2 types available"

Hello brother, Rollei WAS big name you know (I mean, it those days lah.) Some ppl still try to sell them as collector items. that's why

[kex]

wah~

then my original leather casing can sell for few hundred dollars liao lor

any taker ?

Too bad, the case of rolleicord is about $30 (v good condition). Max. $50 for like new ones. Reason: it's much easier to find such cases than those caps. Rarity is the word

[dreamseeker]

Dont bother with the lens cap. Too much of collector items so very ex.

Just put on a UV or skylight filter. In this case, you have to get 2 since you have 2 lens. Costs about $25 for Hoya.

Originally Posted by dreamseeker Dont bother with the lens cap. Too much of collector items so very ex. Just put on a UV or skylight filter. In this case, you have to get 2 since you have 2 lens. Costs about $25 for Hoya.

using 2 filters sounds like a good idea. Just that once you do that, you cannot squeeze your rolleicord back into the leather case any more

also, those hoya filters look ugly on a rolleicord (maybe just me)

[dreamseeker]

Agree that they do look ugly. But money not enough as the rollei ones are so EX .

[kex]

Nescafe: how do u carry ur rollei TLR out for shoot? do u still use the leather case ?or put them in a bag?
i thinking of getting an optech for my VB.
how well does VB takes vibration har ?Coz i usually hang my camera over my shoulder when i'm travelling on my bike which vibrates alot ( harley FXDL)
i dunwant my VB to fall apart becoz of vibration.
Can a camera bag cushion the vibration ?

thanks !

I have never used my Rolleiflex TLR with case (these case used to be called Everyready case, but to me, it's more like never-ready )

I don't use the original brown leather strap either. I use a Nikon strap (those used in FM2 that type)... you need some skills to attach a round ring through the rollei though. Don't worry about the vibration. I reckon that the rollei is of a simple design/construction and is pretty rugged. A decent cam bag should provide enough cushion'

My advice is that forget about the case and the filter (unless you are going to shoot B&W, then a yellow filter is a must). Go buy a lens shade (size: Bay 1) instead. Not only it will prevent your lens from damage, you are less prone to have flare in your picture. Again, expect to pay $50 to $80 for one in good shape. Check around (TCW, Prime, Cam.X or Hotshot... those not mentioned here & you know who are those, AVOID!) If you still can't find one at a reasonable price, PM me.

cheers,
Nescafe

[dreamseeker]

If you are not particular about the brand of the hood, Hotshot used to carry some generic ones. Some rubber ones too.

[kex]

there seems to be a few users recommending Hotshots,kinda curious about it.Does the shop have any website ?
Does it open on sunday ?(my only off day)

Hotshot is specialised in all stuff Rollei. They have quite a good range of Rolleiflex TLR, Rollei SL66 series (6x6), Rollei 35SLR and even Rollei 35/35S. The boss Jo is a rollei fan himself and he gets most of his stuff from A...er oversea.
So if you are looking for things Rollei, this is the shop to search. Their prices are generally reasonable (not cheap, but not too excessive also.) Quite friendly too.

They don't have a website and they don't open on Sunday (used to be open, until recently ). Quite primitive mode of doing business still.

[wsn]

6,95$

please look at this site
http://www.camera-depot.com/TLR.htm

br
wsn

[alvin]

I think these might fit your camera?
http://www.keh.com/shop/product.cfm?...d&crid=8635060

From:
http://www.keh.com/shop/class.cfm?bi...d&crid=8635060

BTW, where is Hotshots?

Alvin