My father demonstrates how to use his old Rolleicord

[@The_Real_Reese]

your dad is so cool. he looks like bernie sanders

[@leebushen]

Much better than all those egotistical photographer's instructional videos! Real dad, real camera.

[@ar5846]

Lee Bushen well that’s kinda rude

[@pedromeza2398]

Well said, and I respect your observation and comment.

[@alaenea]

Why egotistical?

[@Tamonduando]

It really is a breath of fresh air not having someone screaming at you to subscribe, activate notifications, buy merchandise, and donate to their patreon.

[@nickbennett2389]

What a delightful gentleman. Thank you for sharing this knowledge.

[@michaeldimmitt2188]

Yes! I wish I could hangout with him and shoot pictures as well as listen to him teach me everything he knows!

[@Miguelangelomn]

I Agree, was amazing explanation.

[@amandacerami6143]

This video literally saved me a thousand hours of frustration. TY!

[@oanafuicu4219]

I savored the whole video. What a delightful man. Thank you so much.

[@jcarter4073]

Good video. I have just bought a Rolleicord today. The video was very useful, all you need to know in less than 7 minutes.

[@swagwizard4376]

i just bought a rolleicord from a repair guy today, and this video has been significantly more helpful than any other modern "production" tutorial. he just jumps right in, explaining everything he does, and its WAY more helpful.

[@Pamela-ko8dz]

Thank you for the beautiful explanation of this camera by your Father. I was very touched by how he saved up the money to buy the camera.

[@bartwaggoner2000]

Delightful was the first word that came to my mind, too, as Nick Bennett mentioned - your father is/was delightful and gave a clear and concise intro to this camera, one of which I just purchased. Thank you!

[@AbhikSil13]

Experience is a timeless treasure.

[@jeroenkommer6467]

Dit is zo mooi om te kijken lang gespaard en gekocht en nog steeds een trots bezit

[@marcusscholz4531]

I also have my dad's Rolleicord, purchased new in 1952. He brought it with him to Australia from Germany in 1957, used it until about 1990, when I bought him a Minolta XE as a retirement present. Now he's gone, I still have it - I will load a roll and see how it goes. Thanks for sharing this!

[@pgiannakisphoto]

What a family heirloom to treasure! Thank you for sharing this!

[@78a67h]

What a methodical man. I guessed he was a professional before reading about it.

[@daysailertogo]

A very nice video. I showed it to my father. He also has the Rolleichord since the '50s. He was very happy to see it and gave me the tip: When inserting the film, turn it until the mark on the yellow side is on the red dots on the camera. Otherwise the first pictures will not succeed. Happy New Year and all the best.

[@BabethDupuy]

bEAUTIFUL ...what a sweet man passionate for sure and his hands .... it s a wonderful video ... I WISH my dad was still here to explains me his Rolleiflex 2.8D ... my memories of my dad showing me as a kid are from 1975 .... all my childhood photos are taken with it, and my mum , and my dad self-portraits ... thanks for sharing

[@milandragojlovich5500]

Great explanation; enjoyable and very informative. I am sure, many great memories recorded using the camera,,, be well!

[@sammysatsangi7754]

Your father is very passionate about his camera and his photography. it shows on his face, GOD BLESS him

[@neilpiper9889]

On the earlier cords the focus knob was on the right. I have one from 1958 and the focus knob is on the left which makes it quicker to use. I worked for a local newspaper as a photographer and this camera and Mecablitz (now Metz) flashgun was standard issue. The flashguns had lead acid batteries with little balls that rose up in the acid when they were charged. The pictures were really good. We mostly shot at f3.5 for a head and shoulders. f8 for general use. Sharp all over. And f16 with flash. All the cameras had black electrical tape on the xmv lever to keep it on x. If it was on m by mistake fesulted in disaster when using flash. No picture!, even though the electronic flash went off. m was for flashbulbs. Nice review. Brings back memories.Thanks.

[@lucianojadur]

One of very few videos -and the only truly useful- about this specific camera. I just got one of these. Thank you so much!!

[@LucaCRaimondo]

Your father is wonderful! ❤️

[@phyrorafa]

a few years ago my grandfather showed me how to use his old rollei 2.8, then he gave it to me. now he passed away but I still use his equipment. thanks for this video

[@AlanWhitmarsh]

I am sure that the son or daughter must have watched this film several times. I bought a similar camera second-hand about 20 years ago. I wish I had seen this film much sooner because this guy has given me much more of an insight into how to operate my camera. I have taken thousands of digital images but with the help of this chap, I am hoping to have a go with films. I shot a film in a Pentax 645 and am awaiting the results. Thanks for this. Alan.

[@PrestonFrankel]

Hopefully your father is still with us. My grandfather picked up a Rolleicord in Germany while he was fighting in the war in '43 or '44. He brought it back home with him, and today, I have it with me. My grandfather unfortunately passed away around 8 years ago, but he lives on through everything he brought back, and the stories he told my father. Tell your father thank you, because I plan on using this camera in the future, and your father's guide was the first step in that process. Thank you for uploading, really.

[@Sem.or.sumthin]

Prachtige dingen blijven het die tweeogen

[@PrestonFrankel]

@@Sem.or.sumthin Daar ben ik het mee eens. Ik ben blij dat mensen ze nog steeds gebruiken.

[@enriquelopezbarreto2988]

Uno de los mejores videos que he visto en KZbin.

[@raymondhung4107]

very informative. I have a rolleicord III , too! almost forgot how to use it.

[@libby7242]

I inherited my grandmothers Rolleicord a few years ago but this year I found my love of film. I use a more modern camera but am very excited to start using a classic like this one. Thank you for the instructions :)

[@DirectRegister]

Thanks for sharing these bits of wisdom through the generations! I'm in my twenties but shooting with a borrowed rolleicord almost identical to that one. I'm saving up for a hasselblad, so I can connect to your grandfather talking about saving up for his camera-- not cheap, but clearly they become treasured possessions

[@hmahaux]

Great teachers possess good listening skills and take time out of their way-too-busy schedules for anyone who needs them. dank u zeer. what a pleasure !!!.

[@elainebaho2747]

Thank you for this informative and delightful video! Your father is amazing and thorough! I have been searching for a video that explains how to use the double lenses medium format.

[@craigpagettphotography22]

Fabulous introduction to the Rolleiflex, and presented by such a charming and knowledgeable gentleman. Thank you both for sharing.

[@Mr.Musky69]

I enjoyed every second of that! Thank you so much for sharing.

[@janjancapili]

I have a Rolleicord that I haven't used for a few years. This tutorial really helped me on how to load the film and know the controls once again. You have a wonderful father. Please keep this video on your channel. It's truly a treasure.

[@pedromeza2398]

A very beautiful instructional video, that honors your Father, his culture, his life, his language and more importantly his story " I saved to buy" says a lot. Your filmed your Father as he shows and explains His camera.

[@thinge27]

Kom het filmpje nu pas tegen. Fantastisch....de uitleg van een kenner en een liefhebber. Absoluut geweldig Ester.

[@daffidavit]

My dad left me one exactly like above. He bought it in 1950 as well and took his first photos of me when I was born in 1952. The camera has a Schneider lens, which I understand is a very good lens. The old pics I've seen and personally taken are as good as a modern hi def camera. I love the fact that the film has "grain" like salt and pepper, rather than square pixils like a digital camera. Of course, the downside is waiting for the film to be developed over several days, unless you have you own darkroom. The pics are almost as good as a Hasselblad for much less the cost. 4 1/4 x 4 1/4 inch format is almost like having a cinama grade negative. Much more detailed than a 35 mm camera. But these cameras are limited in use and are better for still portraits than for outside action, imo.

[@rjwusher]

Wat mooi! Jouw vader is zuinig geweest op zijn Rolleicord, zo te zien.

[@peterrathbone179]

best instructional video I have seen so far for this type of camera. thanks for the tips.

[@mbbnlf5757]

Good morning Ms. Groot, Very moving to see this video. I wish I had done the same, and filmed my father, who owned a Rolleiflex, to show me again how to use it. He has since passed away. Your father reminds me also of my dad, two classy gentlemen. I came across this video, which is of great help to help me use the camera and load the film! At least, I filmed my dad when he showed me to use a 8 mm film projector! I searched your father's name and read that he is still alive. Bless you and him. My regards to both of you. NF Montréal, Canada.

[@richardkoerper1630]

I love your father, fantastic video.

[@mudkicker27]

Great video! I got emotional for some reason watching it.

[@MarttiSuomivuori]

me, too....never had a grandfather but I had a Rolleicord!

[@red95isback]

I had been struggling to find information on shutter speed settings for this camera to no avail. Found this video and was up and running within minutes. I don't think I would have ever seen the tiny window with the speed settings if not for this. Thank you!!

[@leotheangrylion]

I’ve just been given an identical Rolleicord that once belonged to my uncle, by my cousin since she knew I’m into photography. I have photos of me and my siblings taken with this camera when we were kids. Thanks for recording your dad showing the rest of us how to use such a camera. I learnt a lot today. Thanks again

[@Ontariopipeliner22]

Thank you Rens! i bought my first rolleicord and you made the process simple and easy to understand. I appreciate you & God speed my friend.

[@kennethhouston4838]

Thanks for the video. Wonderful just watching your father explain. I miss my dad.

[@raxmendorom]

One of the reasons I bought a used Hasselblad is so that I have something to share with my son when he turns 18. I want him to know how it feels like to use a film camera and know what great craftsmanship is. This is a beautiful moment - thanks for sharing.

[@ezekielkokspeaks]

Great thanks to Mr Rens for sharing and Ester for documenting this video. I wish to do the same for my son when he grows older. God bless

[@R0driguez2]

I bought a used camera like this recently,I have the film now too. Thanks for having this video, I need to start experimenting with taking photos.

[@diegaulle9143]

Lovely video, lovely camera and lovely father!

[@casivirtual]

Excellent! My congratulations to your daddy. He is a magnificent teacher. I have a 1959 Walzflex 500 TLR, a japanese copy of the Rolleicord. It was forty years without being used. A few days ago I was returned from the technical service with it in good condition. This video is very useful. Without spinning like a carrousel. Agustín, from Argentina.

[@marcelob1178]

Genius! Great video, reminded me of my father's teachings

[@ocediis]

Old TLRs like your father's Rollei are such beautiful, classic cameras. And to be able to go to the original owner for the camera's full life story is outstanding. I collect classic film cameras, and I don't know the full life story for a single one of them. Cheers for a great video and for sharing it with us!

[@101wonderment]

wow that was very delightful to watch the love and care your dad pu in this camera

[@MarkHoltze]

This camera is a thing of beauty!

[@nigelpurkiss2992]

I just purchased a 'Cord so very grateful to both gentlemen for taking the time and effort to produce this basic but informative tutorial.

[@BlackSeranna]

Thank you, your father is wonderful!

[@MichaelKohut]

Thank you very much for this demonstration. I recently bought a Rolleicord, and it was useful to have a video showing how to use it. I've never used a twin lens reflex camera before.

[@Kellerkind80]

Nice. Better than a manual. I got a Rolleicord II (Model 541) as a present. In good condition, but the aperture crank is broken and there are scratches in the mirror. The lens is in a very good condition. I think, i can shot some nice photos with it. But I didn´t find the slot for the sd-card yet! :D

[@StudioEsther]

LOL Neither did I!

[@taha112498]

Oh no you didn´t get it you have to put in a diskette

[@hhenry007]

@@taha112498 naw it's a floppy disk

[@MrMick560]

@@hhenry007 I was going to say that but im not sure, not very good with computers.

[@LongTimeTTFan]

Very precious. Very sweet. Very sentimental. Thanks for sharing.

[@ritaamaro4373]

Thank you for this simple yet perfect video on how to use the camara.

[@leenorthcutt8421]

Awesome video, keep this one close to your heart! Thanks for sharing your dad with us!

[@Eyeamsurreal]

I cannot love this video enough. Wonderful showing us his love for photography. This is way better than the self-indulgent hipster nonsense. Thank you!

[@Odessarose6]

You're father seems to have truly enjoyed his Rolleicord. Great video.

[@Rinus93]

Thank you so much for this. One can truly see he has made and documented lots of memories with this camera. He works it so effortlessly still, it is obvious it has spent lots of its time in his hands.

[@gracefell]

Thanks for this! I have had my great grandfather's Rolleicord (and older camera) stashed away for decades now, and am finally feeling brave enough to try it out. I have an instruction manual, but it is great to see a real-life demonstration.

[@neilpiper9889]

Rollei 1V I think. The focus knob is on the right hand side. Later models had focus knob on the left like the Rolleiflex.

[@tonyb2760]

I am so glad I found this. It was really enjoyable. Thanks for sharing.

[@taillyho]

I'm amazed! Superb video, congrats!

[@russoturisto095]

I enjoyed the demo and pictures!

[@leo4b34]

A very good introduction of the TLR, Mr Groot is very lovely!!

[@tonyllewellyn9443]

excellent video, very helpful and in-depth especially with the subtitles.

[@mealstolearn]

Thank you sir for the wonderful demonstration, I can't wait to use mine.

[@cristobalbatlle]

Such a beautiful video! And what a kind man your father is.

[@vangstr]

Awesome video. This video really helped me with my own same camera. I couldn’t figure out how to advance the film until your dad showed me - pressing the wind button!!!! Thanks so much, I don’t think there’s any video out there that shows it like this. Thanks!!!!!

[@fo76]

Thank you very much... great explanation of the camera...

[@jameslane3846]

Hi, beautiful photos from your dad! I use a TLR too, a Yashica Mat 124G

[@loflyerz7]

thank you for producing this video. i just picked up a rolleicord and needed some help using it.

[@michaeldimmitt2188]

Thank you for sharing! Helpful & priceless.

[@ghw7192]

I have a Rolleicord III with the Xenar lens, as well as Rolleiflexes and a box full of other TLR's. Great cameras and for practical shooting, it's difficult to distinguish the images from their more expensive brethren until you get to some serious enlargements. A fun and informative video! Thanks!

[@mattelhead793]

This actually helped me , my grandfather had photography as a hobby and his old cameras are in my grandmothers closet because nobody wants them - One of his old cameras is in this model and I asked my grandmother that if I learn how to use them , that If I could get them . Since I also love photography .

[@andalaossa06]

This video is magic

[@bakiki6031]

This video nailed all the information i was looking for. Thank you so much!

[@CarlosSanchez-kd8et]

Amazing Video with your Vater. Viel danke Herrn

[@ricoreed809]

Thank You for this great video!

[@taha112498]

Better than all tutorials on KZbin

[@spinedoc18]

My dad was stationed in Germany during the Korean War. I think he bought his Rollei in 1955. Today, my 19 year old daughter said she would like to learn to use it. I was finally going to sell it but glad someone in the family has an interest.

[@darcyvanderdonck]

Hij is zo schattig 😁 leuk om een nederlandstalig filmpje te zien hij doen het top 👍

[@LatinoSan]

SUPER, thanks for sharing the video and story!

[@hellhated]

beautifully explained. thanks so much for making this.

[@harjoz]

nice video demonstrating how twin lens reflex camera works.....greetings from Indonesia

[@LIFE-bt9el]

I am Japanese. This video was very helpful. Thank you!

[@kevinsong712]

Awesome father ! :)

[@masampaemirecife]

OMG, so nice! Thank you for share this vídeo.

[@TheStroiDom]

Отличная камера.

[@pikkumunki5491]

I hope you can share your dad's photo collections from this camera. Thanks for sharing this video.

[@michaeldimmitt2188]

Yes please!

[@tkdgns7562]

Thank you for making this video!

[@TheParis75008]

EASY TO UNDERSTAND. THANK YOU

[@AllenHo64]

Absolutely love it!!!

[@maybejam]

Wunderbar! Genau so eine habe ich vor jahrzehnten (1965) auch von meinem Vater geerbt. Sehr dummer weise habe ich sie später verkauft, als das Kleinbildformat auf kam und ich auf eine Rollei SL 2000 F umstieg, um die damit zu finanzieren.

[@phyllobolus]

Thank you, Rens. R.I.P.