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Cameras

Rollfilm
95, 110A/B, 900 etc.
Packfilm
peel-apart style
Integral
shake-it style

Films
(a work in progress)

Peel Apart Packfilm
80 & 100 Series + Fuji

Integral Type
SX70, 600 & Spectra

Troubleshooting

Where are the batteries?
~~Cleaning your camera~~
~~Film Errors~~
Fixing the Fuji Jam Problem
How to load packfilm
Dead integral batteries

Miscellaneous

~~Buying Tips~~
Electronic Flashes with Packfilm
Daylabs & Slide Printers

Emulsion Lifts

Image Transfers

Swapping Packfilm Finders

SX70 Manipulation

The Steps

basics of function
how does the camera usually operate; what parts do what and go where

the finder
removal, opening, cleaning

the back
assess, clean

the shutter
remove, open, adjust, clean

batteries
modify to accept 3xAAA

The Steps

basics of function
how does the camera usually operate; what parts do what and go where

the finder
removal, opening, cleaning

the back
assess, clean

the shutter
remove, open, adjust, clean

batteries
modify to accept 3v photo lithium or 2xAAA

The Steps

basics of function
how does the camera usually operate; what parts do what and go where

the finder
removal, opening, cleaning

the back
assess, clean

the shutter
remove, open, adjust, clean

batteries
modify to accept two 3v lithiums

The Steps

parts & labor
what's needed to get the job done

basics of function
how does the camera usually operate; what parts do what and go where

ready the camera
taking off ~~useless~~ vintage roll-film parts

hack to pieces
measure & cut the back

the pack back
make the back fit

the ugly edge
glue, cover, re-leather

the back side
attaching the back; making a door

reset infinity
setting the focus stop

completed
admire the work

The Steps

parts & labor
what's needed to get the job done

basics of function
overview of how to use the lens and shutter

the back, the strap, the lens
remove ~~useless~~ vintage roll-film parts; lens

the rangefinder
removing, taking apart

cutter-bar & inner parts
more ~~useless~~ vintage parts that have to go

ready the back
cutting; fitting the packfilm back; odds n ends

acquiring a 900 finder
removal & appropriation

fitting the finder & flash
measure, drill & fit

aesthetics
remove & re-leather; paint

adding the back & flash
screws, tape & wires

putting it all together
replace rangefinder, strap, flash & side door

reset infinity
setting the focus stop

completed
admire the work

The Steps

parts & labor
what's needed to get the job done

basics of function
overview of how to use the lens and shutter

the model 160
remove ~~useless~~ vintage roll-film parts; finder

lensboard swap
remove both lensboard assemblies

ready the body
remove leather; cut the side

ready the back
fitting the packfilm back; odds n ends

acquiring a 900 finder
removal & appropriation

fitting the finder
cut, fill, drill & fit

reset infinity
setting focus stop & tweaking finder

finishing touches
back door, odds n ends

completed
admire the work

The Steps

parts & labor
what's needed to get the job done

basics of function
how does the camera usually operate; what parts do what and go where

the lensboard
removal, gutting & measuring

fitting the lens
cutting, sizing; infinity focus

light sealing
closure and assembly

does it focus?
test focusing

completed
in all its glory

The Steps

basics of function
how does the camera usually operate; what parts do what and go where

the lensboard
removal, gutting & measuring

fitting the lens
cutting, sizing; infinity focus

release
adding a cable release

the unfortunate end
reset infinity; I broke it

The Steps

parts & labor
what's needed to get the job done

basics of function
how does the camera usually operate; what parts do what and go where

bellows & lensboard
removal, gutting & measuring

fitting the lens
cutting, sizing, sealing

the timer
rewire for 3v lithium

does it focus?
test focusing

completed
in all its glory

The Steps

circuits
original boards and a new one

pieces
extra bits and parts

solder
add wires and make connections

putting it together
remove, open, adjust, clean

Do you have a camera you want converted?

check the discounted pricing when sending in your own
4x5

shoot from the ground glass or hand held with this lightweight and versatile rangefinder
Instax Options

Custom instax wide, square & mini cameras with all manual controls
Fisheye 600 Camera

unique super wide angle shots with custom bodies
600SE

swappable backs are just the beginning with this unique machine
InstaxLand

Custom instax wide backs for your 600SE/MUP cameras and 110A/B conversions.
Packfilm

conversions of vintage Polaroid rollfilm to readily available instant films
The Manual Option

electronically controlled manual shutter conversions

NOW OFFERING DIY KITS!
Auto to Manual

quick, lightweight conversions of Land Cameras from automatic exposure to fully manual with a fast lens
Colorpack Land Cameras

battery conversion to AAA or lithium, refurbishing and repair

ALSO OFFERING CUSTOM LEATHER and WOOD!
OneStep Customs

one of a kind colors and logos designed by you

Page under construction, contact me if you are interested

Leathers and Coverings

different colors, textures and materials

Available Accessories

cases, filters, shades, lenses and more

Payment & Shipping Info

Shipping Info

If you have requested a custom camera not in stock, typical turn around time from payment to shipment is about 2-4 weeks depending on the camera.

Payment Info

Payment is due before work begins or a camera is shipped. All work is photographed and emailed to customer for approval before shipping. Requires at least 50% deposit to begin.

Acceptable forms of payment: Paypal, money order, bank cheque, bank transfer, cash