Where can I buy Bessa camera?
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Tachi
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Just a word of caution before you get your lens. The purpose of using rangefinder is ease of picture taking i.e. not weight down by heavy or bulkiness of equipment.
I've tried the 50mm Nokton, although is tack sharp, the bulkiness actually draws me away from it. You may like to consider this and do you do low-light photography a lot.
If no, then perhaps the 50mm Color Skopar will do. Take note, as this lens is not known for its tack sharpness, but rather it gives a classical feeling on B&W photo. The built & handling of this lens is as good as my Summicron 35mm!
As a starter, a 35mm lens is definitely a safe & good buy. Fotografix does not have any 50mm lens, base on last week check with him (Mr Wong).
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Tachi..
I've tried the 50mm Nokton, although is tack sharp, the bulkiness actually draws me away from it. You may like to consider this and do you do low-light photography a lot.
If no, then perhaps the 50mm Color Skopar will do. Take note, as this lens is not known for its tack sharpness, but rather it gives a classical feeling on B&W photo. The built & handling of this lens is as good as my Summicron 35mm!
As a starter, a 35mm lens is definitely a safe & good buy. Fotografix does not have any 50mm lens, base on last week check with him (Mr Wong).
Regards
Tachi..
there is a shop at lucky chinatown( opposite peoples park complex) at the 2nd floor that carries the bessa line . but for new cameras and lens only. dunno about his prices. you may wanna check that out.
he opens daily after 2 but usually his a little late. also heard that TCW also does bringthem in from HK.
last but not least, the man reason some shops cited for not carrying them cos you can actually decided on you setup and order in as a single order from cameraquest.com an get a better price from them than in local. local cant give you any better service when your set has problems cos there is no agant in singapore.
thus no difference buying here or from overseas.
he opens daily after 2 but usually his a little late. also heard that TCW also does bringthem in from HK.
last but not least, the man reason some shops cited for not carrying them cos you can actually decided on you setup and order in as a single order from cameraquest.com an get a better price from them than in local. local cant give you any better service when your set has problems cos there is no agant in singapore.
thus no difference buying here or from overseas.
Fotografix at Lucky Chinatown has CV gear but he's a bit pricey, at least 20% more than US prices. I think your best bet is to pick up a used one here on CS.
As for the focal length, it's really up to you. The CV lenses are relatively affordable. If you have never used a 35mm on your SLR before, why not give it a try on the RF?
As for the focal length, it's really up to you. The CV lenses are relatively affordable. If you have never used a 35mm on your SLR before, why not give it a try on the RF?
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get from joseph yao ... his price is cheaper and service better than any of the local shops in Singapore. Take a look at www.cameraquest.com for lens and bodies and email joseph@yao.com what you want.
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Though we are paying more for the shipping charges, you'll know when the package will arrive as you can track it as he uses EMS.
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I buy extensively from Dr. Yao and I have been doing business with him since 2003. All but one of my current CV lenses were bought from him. The best thing about buying from him is that he actually checks the functioning and accuracy of the CV products before shipping. He also takes great care in packing the order with air-pillows and foam peanuts. Since he is also a RF enthusiast, he could also give you invaluable information on techniques and technical details of cameras and lenses. 
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