Polaroid 110a/b converted

[xsaifuddin]

Hi,

I hope I'm asking this question in the right section as it is pertaining to polaroid camera.

I'm looking for a shop or any kind soul who knows of another kind soul who is selling a Polaroid 110a/b which has been converted to take film packs (fuji Fp). It is rather difficult to find one here in Singapore. Thank you

 

[kaxdd]

I have one which is a mutant. It's a 110b body with a 110a lens that has been converted to take FP films. I bought it from a guy called Johnson (which I suspect could be from Peek! [www.peek-ture.com]).

 

[xsaifuddin]

Hmmm.. I thought the 110a and 110b uses the same lens?

Anyway will try to check with the Peek! people. Thanks!

 

[kaxdd]

Apparently not. I researched and a couple of websites stated that the 110a lens is better.

 

[mamypoko]

Hmm if I'm not wrong the lens on the 110A and 110B are the same, the Rodenstock Ysarex 127mm f/4.7, the original 110 has a different lens, the Wollensak Raptar which is 0.2 f-stops faster. The main difference between the 110A and 110B is that the rangefinder and viewfinder are combined and you don't have to look through 2 windows for focusing and composition.

I have 2 110Bs converted for 4x5 film use but also allow for usage of a Polaroid 405 film back which uses the regular FP film. Also have a 110A that is junk and used for parts

For professional conversions you can try http://www.polaroidconversions.com/packfilm/ . I recommend the 110B for ease of use.

The stock Ysarex lens is plenty sharp too. The below picture was shot at f/8.

 

[xsaifuddin]

Hmm if I'm not wrong the lens on the 110A and 110B are the same, the Rodenstock Ysarex 127mm f/4.7, the original 110 has a different lens, the Wollensak Raptar which is 0.2 f-stops faster. The main difference between the 110A and 110B is that the rangefinder and viewfinder are combined and you don't have to look through 2 windows for focusing and composition.

I have 2 110Bs converted for 4x5 film use but also allow for usage of a Polaroid 405 film back which uses the regular FP film. Also have a 110A that is junk and used for parts

2?? Here I am starting to order the 110A from Option8 with a polaroid back one. Gonna take like a month for it to be ready

 

[xsaifuddin]

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Wow wow wee

 

[keechoon]

Hmmm I thought I was the only one checking out these converted Polaroids.

Another builder is razzledog or Dean Jones. Have recently placed an order for a Razzle 900 from him

 

[xsaifuddin]

Hmmm I thought I was the only one checking out these converted Polaroids.

Another builder is razzledog or Dean Jones. Have recently placed an order for a Razzle 900 from him

How much did you order from Razzle? I thought he didn't take orders for a complete camera, only conversion service. I end up ordering from Option8 plus leather change gonna cost me sgd800++ with shipping.

 

[keechoon]

The Razzle 900 is more costly. About Aud$950. But his work looks much nicer and the ability to use a better large format lens is more tempting.

The cost does not stop there though. Prices for the fuji pa-145 backs are costly not to mention cost for other backs. But the results are worth it I guess for the sharp instant prints.

 

[mamypoko]

You can also consider Alpenhause, although it is hard to converse with him over email, I had to call him personally. I chose him as I wanted to mount the 135 Xenotar on my 110B. Both Razzle and Alpenhause sell complete cameras.

 

[xsaifuddin]

I think for conversion to do large format 4x5 are definitely more expensive. Option9 ones are going like usd1k+. Should create a thread to show our 110a/b! Lol

 

[keechoon]

The alpenhause conversions seems to allow for more focal length choices. Does the rf couple with the lens?

4x5 conversion is more costly but I feel that it's more versatile with interchangeable backs compared to just a instant back conversion.

 

[paapoopa]

can also look into byron, although i think he charge higher than the rest.
My Rangefolder Cameras: Byron Conversion Service

i dont own the 110 converted, but have always lust to own 1

 

[mamypoko]

The alpenhause conversions seems to allow for more focal length choices. Does the rf couple with the lens?

4x5 conversion is more costly but I feel that it's more versatile with interchangeable backs compared to just a instant back conversion.

Yup the rangefinder is calibrated by him to match the lens. I mainly shoot 4x5 so shooting instant is a plus for me.

 

[kaxdd]

An outing with these converted cameras will be cool! Count me in!

 

[garyt]

actually not that difficult to convert d polaroid 110A/B.
currently im converting my polaroid 110, after tt will work on 110B.
been few mths cos getting lazy after a while. And I do it d hard way trying to keep d chrome outline on 110 back, which i think is classic and beautiful. but it proven not easy, only 1mm of material left
working on polaroid 110

cutting away d film guide to make way for polaroid back

Fuji FP100 -ve reclaiming. from Mamiya Rb67 polaroid back.

 

[garyt]

Polaroid 110B will be better choice, with single, bright window RF. much better compare to 110A

 

[xsaifuddin]

Polaroid 110B will be better choice, with single, bright window RF. much better compare to 110A

Couldn't agree more but it's a little over my budget for a 110B. The A will do fine I believe since it's not a fast shoot camera.

 

[xsaifuddin]

Seems like I might be getting a 2nd hand converted 110B sooner than I thought.

Though the hand strap seems really beaten up. Any ideas of ways or alternative strap suitable for such a camera body?