Shooting My NEW 35mm Film Camera!

[@WillemVerb]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR 300K WHAT ❤️❤️❤️

[@oniriscope]

Congrats man!

[@seddam]

Congratulations!

[@aarontimm]

attaboy!!!

[@whogogofd9240]

Sheeeeeeeeeeeeesh

[@ichsanulamal1023]

Congrats

[@kattankarl]

The confident steps towards the basketball hoops.. iconic analog moment

[@WillemVerb]

looooool

[@TomasWatchReviews]

man, you could be shooting on mobile phone I would still watch. Your content is so relaxing, no stupid jump cut editing, no annoying music.. And I like the way you see. Have a nice day!

[@WillemVerb]

It was shot on a phone haha. Except the talking parts

[@jorginafrancisco3120]

My thoughts exactly. Amazing photos and the way he speaks + music are very relaxing. Awesome vibe.

[@renyvega4432]

Word.

[@thecrumbl3479]

At the beginning of 2021, I bought a Voigtlander Bessa R2 for about 500€ (should be around 600$). I've always wanted a Leica M6, but it's way too expensive. So I looked for alternatives and found my Bessa R2. And I love it. Tbh, I bought it because of the Leica M mount. So I can buy lenses that I could also use on a Leica M camera. I love the build quality and the rangfinder feel. I have never regretted buying a Voigtlander.

[@gerardstarling7817]

If you’re hung up on the external viewfinder perhaps the Bessa R4m would be the next best thing to an m6. Built in light meter, multiple frame lines fully mechanical par the light meter

[@nicksucio]

Gorgeous sunset shots at the end

[@D3lor34n]

Everytime i watch a video of yours i'm inspired to grab a camera and get out shooting. Your style is brilliant in my opinion and somewhat different from mine, that's whats really motivating me to see things differently. Since i found some neat film channels like yours and grainydays i had a blast trying new stuff and am quite happy with some results. So, thank you!

[@faiosung]

works great with my zm25. when i am lazy i dont use the viewfinder and just use the focusing patch to frame

[@miguelgomes6849]

6:13 stunning shot 🙌

[@tompaste387]

Just discovered the Voigtlander Bessa L coupled with the Voigtlander 25mm Snapshot skopar and finder. Quite amazing really, despite also owning a Leica MDa

[@ATF_CA]

Verbeeck was in Morro Bay! That place is like a second home to me. Been there sooo many times since I was a child

[@oackgourmandi6061]

For the multiple lens situation, a good alternative is the Leica VIOOH Imarect Viewfinder, it is a multifocal viewfinder that was used for the Leica series 3 cameras because for example, with the built in viewfinder it was impossible to compose with a wide lens, a longer lens or a big 50mm lens, the VIOOH is really easy to use, the just small difficulty is that the measures of the focal lengths are written in centimeters opposed to millimeters but it is a small insignificant drawback! Great video, well done! Post Scriptum: The VIOOH can show the frame for a 35 mm lens, a 50, a 85, a 90 and a 135

[@latitude35mm]

Affordable m mount rangefinder. My wallet has a bad feeling about this😂

[@jonlouis2582]

Not really super affordable.

[@alexandermandache1628]

Yeah, stupid influencers 🙄

[@mr.toasty5096]

I still use the Voigtländer Bessa 1, my great-grandpa owned, from 1929... xD Works surprisingly well for all these years of usage

[@juliusjohnson3880]

From the bay but living in seattle, I'm driving down to sf this weekend and this got me so excited to shoot along the way. Love you and your vids

[@robertchestnut3331]

My first M mount lens was a color skopar 35mm lens. I used it on a leica m4-2 camera.

[@s0nglyr1cs]

35mm and 120 definitely have their own use cases. I also carry a 35mm camera everywhere I go, and shoot medium format only when I'm specifically going out to shoot and have a certain location or frame in mind

[@zhangluis1880]

I have a Bessa T Heliar 101st anniversary version with a heliar 50 3.5 collapsable lens, and I love this setup

[@Katie_Argo]

Never been early on a video, but I just want to say I’m really thankful for your videos. I have a 50s Retina ia film camera and your videos have really helped me to understand working with film. Thank you!

[@basti1692]

Your videos are so inspiring and relaxing.

[@Brause_Market]

you should try out the Barnack leicas (leica iif) with screw mount. they also have separate view and range finders and are much moreaffordable than the m system cameras. greetings

[@natetall]

6:15 is absolute Perfection.

[@cameronjaisun]

ahhh i was just in big sur! I wish i was able to meet you i’ve been watching your videos for a couple years now! Glad to see you come up to the bay area!!

[@kurtozan251]

I have this same kit but with the Bessa r2 and the Nokton 35mm f1.4. Such a fun a travel friendly kit! The R2 has 35mm framelines along with 3 other focal lengths. Plus the lightmeter is internal.

[@autumnkeys]

5:42 looks like a picture majestic casual would use lol

[@fmlopes]

I have also one Bessa T. Love to shot at B&W with the Heliar 15mm and the Ultron 35mm 1.7. With the same lenses, I have 21mm and 50mm focal lenght with a Fujifilm X E1. Switched from Contax G2 to this setup a comple years ago. I'm happy.

[@erichoce8532]

im so glad i found your channel :) my mom gave me her old Pentax Program A film camera. Im still getting it cleaned, and fixed up, but I can't wait to start using it!

[@oniriscope]

Loving the cinematography & the overall production value in your recent video! Can’t wait to know more about this camera and your book.

[@WillemVerb]

I appreciate that! Thank you ❤️

[@starkiler8882]

I highly recommend Canon P it also has the Leica mount and it's pretty much the best Leica alternative for 150$ to 400$ and the rangefinder has focal lengths for 35mm, 50mm and 100mm.

[@timgoedhart5511]

I love non-Leica cameras with a leica mount! Currently shooting a Canon VI-T, with a trigger mechanism instead of a film lever! And it’s amazing! And now I also want a Bessa🤷🏻‍♂️ Great video as always! Nice to see Big Sur scenery!!

[@Milesjo18]

Glad to support someone that I have similar interests. I do plan on opening up a film photography business! Your videos have given me more insights into film cameras

[@mckenziemelcher4120]

I love pch but I also highly recommend a road trip up the 395. Definitely has its own unique personality. Was just up there last week and there were still patches of snow on some of the peaks. A drive that takes 7ish hours took me 10 with all the the extra stops and detours, was just so beautiful. Would love to see it from your perspective

[@BasicBeemer]

I just bought the same combination. ( New Old Stock 🙂) I love it !! I'm only missing the viewfinder. I can't find the one made by Voigtlander, so I ordered one of the FSU.

[@liamrjf]

Ay if you like the bessa t look into the leica screw mount series of cameras.. the vintage lenses are SUPER affordable and tend to have interesting character

[@koiqueeen]

I own a Bessa R and I’m in love with it!

[@photowithmotoji288]

I recently bought a new rangefinder ( YASHICA ELECTRO 35 GL ) and now I'm loving the rangefinder style

[@MoghulVeyron]

I actually got my first bessa after watching your review on the R. Moved on since but good to see you’re doing some 35mm work again!

[@alexcarrillo5510]

Bravo William, Good Choice as the Image is more important as in whatever you are using.... Even you have to get use of the Bessa T, Hey get this when I was in High School, that I had to use my Dad's Contax IIa with a 50mm 2.0 Zeiss Sonnar as that was my go camera, then now 50 years later that I got myself MY Contax II, and III with both 50mm Zeiss Sonnar 2.0 along with my 35mm 2.8. and 85mm 2.0 lenses for these models, Still have my Dad's Contax, but it is in a Display Case in memory for him by saying to him Thanks Pop for allowing me to play with a Rangefinder... Miss You Too.

[@Kuesa]

I own a Bessa R2M as my primary 35mm and I absolutely love it, the Bessas are so wonderfully built 'n' stuff

[@Voyager45]

They truly are. I love my R3M.

[@curtiswhitman9611]

@@Voyager45 hey random, but i’m looking at picking up something from the bessa R line, you think an r3m is worth the price difference over just like the R?

[@Voyager45]

@@curtiswhitman9611 Personally, I wouldn't pick up an R since it has an entirely plastic body, and I don't believe it has a Leica M-mount. However, the R2M/R3M/R4Ms have significantly increased in price since I purchased mine a couple years ago. So, if I was currently in the market to pick up a bessa, I would probably go with an R2. Metal body, M-mount, and still looks sexy. Although, I absolutely love the 1:1 viewfinder in the R3M as I like to shoot with both eyes open. I guess it all just depends on what you need/want out of the camera. Decisions, decisions... haha Very curious which one you'll pick.

[@curtiswhitman9611]

@@Voyager45 thanks for the feedback. Ive bee reading about the Rs plastic body, I think ima gonna go for an R2, its cheaper than the other and has the 35mm framelines

[@chbo682]

You should check out the Rollei 35s! It’s a great camera for its size

[@rafamed9296]

Hey Willem! The trick with the lightmeter is use it while you are watching through the viewfinder, it work fine with my Bessa L (little sis of Ts and Rs bessas) and a 21mm skopar. Regards from Spain ✌🏼

[@PS-lh1ml]

Second to that. Had the same impression as Willem in the beginning but naturally started to keep an eye on the lights to adjust the exposure while focusing or framing.

[@richardmayberry5905]

I have couple of Voightlanders - an L and R. I chose them because I already shoot with L39 lenses, and that just made as much sense as shooting with film! 🤪 The L has neither a rangefinder nor a viewfinder, so that makes things interesting. I do like the light weight of it, and it makes for a very portable match for my Leica and Canon lenses. The main attraction is the light meter - the same as with the T. I rather like that I can set exposure and focal range before even lifting the camera to my eye! The R is more conventional - more like an M6, but one heck of lot less expensive - and much easier to load and shoot than my IIIf Leica. They are all fun, and that’s what it’s all about for me!!!

[@joshuabravo9521]

YESSSSSSS, A WILLEM VIDEEOOO!!! 🥰🥰🙌

[@samuelsummers5342]

0:15, just realised my man used film for that shot, dedication right there.

[@coleb7644]

seem to be enjoying California much more than NY, happy for you.

[@edgarvega737]

great video! I own the bessa r4a and I don't see replacing this camera anytime soon!

[@AI-Hallucination]

16 infinity can you miss? Look at that light. Relaxing video thank you

[@robertstephens1868]

Willem, it looks to be a good buy. I have a Voigtlander, Vitomatic 2 I got in 1958. It’s still going well, but it’s very heavy for its size.

[@miscible21]

Happy to see you shooting and making videos about 35mm. It's more relatable. Medium format still seems out of reach, for me at least. Thank you!

[@user69997]

holy crap those pictures were insane willem

[@erwnalejo]

Really love that shot of Allison standing in front of the ocean. And congrats on 300K man!!!

[@Francois_L_7933]

The Bessa T, along with the Bessa L remind me a lot of my grandpa's Leica IC. External viewfinder that's unrealistically bright, add-on rangefinder, no frills.

[@adamkocka-patchik4545]

The Bessa is really tempting. Actually was looking into the r2a today but came to the conclusion that if I'm going to use Leica lenses I might as well get a Leica body too. The M5 is pretty affordable since most people aren't a fan of the design. I think I'm going to get an m5 eventually. Either way I hope this setup suits you! Can't wait to see more of your work on this camera.

[@Zetaphotography]

It’s been 1yr.

[@romanspataro1688]

color organized photo book shelf goes hard bro

[@NothingProductiveProductions]

I am so happy the bessa t is getting some love. I wanted a rangefinder in the m mount category about a year ago and found the bessa t and thought I was going crazy because no one was talking about it. body was $450 and it takes leica m mount lenses? no brainer. I got mine in a pristine looking baby blue. it’s been a year and have been really happy with it. it’s so cool looking, everyone in public always asks questions about it.

[@tea_drunk.]

Plans: “Hmm, what we gonna shoot” Wills: “Yes”

[@jr-wv4qw]

Have you ever thought of trying a Pentax MX? I know that you like small, light bodies, but the MX is the smallest SLR ever made. It is TINY, but the viewfinder is wonderful. And pentax glass is some of the best in the world.

[@adamclark3428]

I strongly agree with this, I've been shooting with mine for a couple of months now and a absolutely love it. Such a well built camera, I love the size and portability with it. By far one of my favourite viewfinders, its super bright and includes every readout you need. Would love to see what Will thinks of it

[@chrisliu9947]

Thanks for sharing, but one thing this camera is really easy to get rangefinder patch alignment issue. I got two before and all eventually mis-align

[@WillemVerb]

Interesting! Will watch out for this

[@Shakerrr]

I love your vids bro its so chill and calming

[@MrJKMCPE]

that grain is amazing also i remember a part of highway 1 near big sur collapsed

[@SpookyJuice]

How accurate is the viewfinder compared to the composition you end up having on the negative?

[@bessyxyz]

Oh, I miss the roadtrip I did on Hwy 1 years ago. LA to SF. California's a beautiful place.

[@trilheptal]

Love you video man. Here in Argentina you cannot find any Voigtlander, only really old ones, like World War I, but that Bessa T... beautiful camera.

[@benzuckerphotos]

I’m from the central coast of CA so to see your take on such familiar places to me is a really cool!

[@loganpalmer2902]

Canon A-1 in the corner of the room looking angry at that voigtlander

[@rickyleung2576]

As a short term ex-owner of the T, I would say just save up and buy something else. The whole “look at the light meter, focusing with the patch, framing with VF” thing feels sluggish, at least for me, unless you are using long lens that need accurate rangefinder. The cost of the VF also adds up, and it directly link to the enjoyment of using this camera, so you really need good ones.

[@firtythive]

Mine broke very easily and it was in mint condition. One of the focusing lenses came loose, so I sold it for parts. Was a fun camera while it lasted.

[@rayyancr]

Literally just eyeing this camera yesterday, the fact that not many people talk about this camera. Then you upload this, instant click 👍

[@ericklemus3853]

Buy it now before the prices go up after this video man haha

[@PhilKnall]

Hah, i just sold mine.. i loved how compact and light it was, but hated having to use an external viewfinder. Felt like it negated a bit of the compactness. Eventually went with a Leitz Minolta CL, been really enjoying that too.

[@ghosttownsentinel5288]

Funny how you make all the detriments of the camera sound like desirable features in terms of the viewfinder. The Bessa T was in my radar for a bit but I didn't like the quirks and chose the Konica Hexar RF instead to use LTM and M lenses. It's affordable, highly advanced and great for the street. Also has a 1/4000th shutter speed for shooting gazelles on the run if you like. I will buy another one if something happens to the current one. It's real good!

[@amplifierheadache]

I have the Bessa-R and I really love it. I couldn't afford any leica or voigtlander glass so I shoot soviet.

[@Eliehbk]

Thanks so much for the review. Does the camera have a light meter?

[@edventures9884]

I was just in Morro Bay 2 weeks ago. Love it there!

[@Gabchaiii]

I just bought Bessa-L. Can’t wait to take it outside. Love this content ❤️

[@thomasliebl9273]

I just got mine a few days ago! Same lens too

[@tom3056]

Love the videos man, what happened to your Bessa-R that you had though?

[@RK-rf8rc]

Yeah, I would have thought he would mention that here...

[@johannestonnies7898]

I believe sometime in the last month a good chunk of equipment was stolen. I guess he doesn't talk about it to keep a positive vibe on his channel.

[@GreenRC24]

These photos are absolutely brilliant!

[@Memento_HiFi]

So fam, how long do we think it’ll be until Willem finally breaks down and buys a Leica? 🤣

[@fritzstorp8357]

NEVER

[@JAClare]

600K subs

[@mikefreelandphoto]

I’m not sure he needs or wants to so far

[@mondo_cool839]

I thought Willem had a leica already?

[@conrailwitty]

Don't like the light meter`s location? Try a Retina lllC sometime.

[@DAJANT]

GREAT WORK ON HERE WILLEM!! AWESOME SHOTS!

[@exn1h1lon1h1lf1t]

Man Bessa R2 is my ideal 35mm camera. Hope to buy it in a future (now im rocking Zenit E)

[@卢晓炜]

thank u Willem……ur video just inspired me so much……although the life here in China kind of limited in so many aspect ……but still could get so much peace and motivation about finding beautiful and shiny light around me…from watching ur video……hope we could meet and talk and shoot tgth someday……📷

[@loganjohn3999]

this was beautiful man, these photos were some of my favourites you have shot!

[@bobsykes]

Holy Cow! 300,000 subs! Congrats, Willem. ✌️✌️✌️ And oh, my, Voitlander is such an eclectic company, what unique design choices they made with that thing. Something you said near the end nailed it for me. I've been experimenting with a Leica M and their 35 mm f/2 ASPH, and you are so right. The camera is so small, so much fun to shoot, I find I never leave my house without it since I got it. Love to see your huge success on You Tube, and maybe give up an update on how SoCal has been treating you now that you've settled in. Cheers!

[@itscroc_]

I absolutely love that you're uploading more frequently! Also, congrats on 300k! Well deserved!

[@Fuzzbar491]

Only started watching your videos quite recently. Man great stuff and a huge inspiration to my own journey.

[@juliaelizabethritter]

300k, crazy dude.. been watching your channel for a minute. Congrats!!

[@MemeZero14]

It’s about time for a 35mm!!! Im utterly excited!!!

[@adamjohnschultz]

Was sold on the Bessa-R after watching your video on it and ended up buying one, very cool to see you continue to explore Voigtlander's other options!

[@Volkhari]

I thought 2:21 was another film pic. I got a surprise when Willem walked into the frame

[@ruflas3711]

Love this camera!!! I need one

[@MichaelGAubrey]

That Color Skopar 35mm f/2.5 is the same design as the Zeiss ZM 35mm f/2.8 Biogon. It's a really lovely lens. There's a good thread about it over at the FredMiranda forums.

[@dolcevespa1]

I’m loving your discovering of California and all its beauty and of course your photos. Please come to Sonoma and I’ll buy you guys a glass of wine!

[@arthurb8436]

Came down with Covid yesterday, this video really perked me back up as I was looking for some quality KZbin to keep me distracted but had expected only to find clickbait on my recommended page. Now going to go back through a Willem binge, should keep me busy all day haha. Thank you for this Willem, always such incredible videos

[@CamMead]

Good on you man this is a smart choice & a beautiful setup.

[@tiimm0002]

duude the pictures are amazing! real talent, greetings from Switzerland

[@Amazazing32]

All the shots were amazing man. What a great camera!

[@ReimannPembroke]

Sick little camera dude! Glad to see you jumping back in to the world of 35mm📸🎞

[@Nitnelav1994]

What film were you shooting on in Morrow Bay? Was that warmth all in the film and light or did you have a subtle filter on the lens too? Regardless of what, it looks amazing.

[@youarenotaghost3702]

Great shots. That's a pretty road.