This one $70 accessory has saved SO many of my cameras from the scrapheap
I am blessed and cursed to own a large number of old film SLRs – and there’s one cheap camera accessory I want to praise as it has helped me keep them working more than anything else. The post This one $70 accessory has saved SO many of my cameras from the scrapheap appeared first on Amateur Photographer .
For those of us who own a multitude of vintage film Single Lens Reflex (SLR) cameras, a $70 accessory has proven invaluable in keeping them operational. The reason behind my love affair with film and my SLRs is also the reason why they break down – the mechanical and electronic components are delicate and prone to failure. The electronic metering system, in particular, tends to be the first to go.
As a result, many of my SLRs are functional mechanically but struggle with accurate metering. Repairing these cameras can be costly, often reaching or exceeding the price of acquiring a second-hand unit. However, there is a budget solution that has saved my cameras from the scrapheap: the TTArtisan Hotshoe Light Meter. This compact device clips onto your camera's hotshoe and provides essential metering information.
While it has its limitations, such as clickless dials and potential issues with the battery and hotshoe mount, it has breathed new life into many of my cherished SLRs. The TTArtisan Hotshoe Light Meter is a cost-effective alternative to costly repairs, and it has given a second chance to numerous vintage film cameras.
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