How electronic buttons came to a halt and the knob-and-dial retro revolution began

Article Abstract:

A new line of thinking has begun to take hold in the camera industry regarding the issue of electronic push-buttons. The manufacturers have found that the buttons made their models too complicated to use. Newer models that now appear with knobs and dials have proven to be very popular sellers.

Product development, Column, Cover Story, Digital cameras, Electronic cameras

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Fair warning, foul play, and unacceptable print film results from Barcelona

Article Abstract:

An American describes how his SLR camera was stolen in Barcelona, Spain in spite of warnings. He imparts warnings to others on how to carry a camera. Also discussed are new Exakta 66 and Pentacon 6 lenses for the Mamiya 645 SLR camera. Tips are given on printing pictures taken in dim light.

Methods, Product introduction, Equipment and supplies, Production processes, Humor and anecdotes, Barcelona, Spain (City), Theft, Photography, Single lens reflex cameras, Single-lens reflex cameras, Camera lenses, Photographic processing, Mamiya 645 (Still camera)

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Norman lives

Article Abstract:

Norman Rothschild, who was a giant in the field of photography for over 50 years, finally passed away at the age of 82 on Aug 24, 1995. Rothschild spent 33 years working for 'Popular Photography' magazine, including 17 years as senior editor, before retiring in 1987.

Obituary, Appreciation, Photographers, Rothschild, Norman

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