Today confirmed that the SX-70 is in full working order. I went outside for some better light and took a picture of a spray-paint can.
Needless to say I was pleased with the results. While it was developing I threw it in the fridge to grab some extra blues.
I find it amazing that the fungus in the lens doesn't appear on the photos or the viewfinder for that matter. Crazay. You can see the worst of it here. Its that spot in the lens. Here's a big pic for you.
So now its just more of a cosmetic thing, which I can live with. The seller on ebay isn't going to be getting any positive feedback, however. The seller said that the lens "appeared" to be clear and free of scratches. Free of scratches, yes. Clear, no.
While writing this entry I took a photo of the inside of a lamp. I dig it.
Now my next Polaroid project is going to be getting this mama to work for me.
I thought she was in great shape when I got her. All I needed was a battery and film. Well, the battery came in the mail, but the shutter wouldnt open at all. :-( I took it apart, cleaned the battery contacts, everything I could think of.
Finally I took it down to cameragraphics and let them look at it. They seem to think that the power to the "electric eye", and in turn the shutter, is being cut off somewhere from the battery. I'll take it somewhere else this week to see if they can take care of the electrical problems. I really have hope for her, although it has been diminished a little bit now.
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