Re: New Bio and Delurk....

[JL <jql7285@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

aeophoto@xxxxxxxxxxx wrote:

> > But then, I also use old red filters
> >of unknown origin which I tape over my Diana's lens, using Konica 120
> >film, and really like the results. 

> Over a Diana lens?  Ok back to myths and debunking them.  I process
> all of my films using stainless steel tanks - I can't use the plastic
> worth beans anyway.  BUT I was under the impression that infrared
> light came through plastic tanks - so wouldn't it come through plastic
> cameras?  Is it because the Konica is not as infrared sensitive as the
> Kodak HIE?  I haven't tried the Konica yet, but would be definitely
> interested in trying it in a Holga and/or Diana.  I'm new to the world
> of plastic cameras and, so far, I love them.

Yew, the Konica is definitely less sensitive, you can change it in
subdued light rather than complete darkness. I've been lucky in that my
Diana is relatively free of light leaks; I've known some people to have
to use tape even w/ regular film. 

JAckie
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