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Old 11-14-2009, 09:46 PM   #131 (permalink)
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I guess the most important information of that Sinar press release from two months ago is that after restructuring Sinar negotiates the continuation of the Hy6 and anyway will keep their systems open for for the attachment of third-party backs.
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Old 11-15-2009, 07:06 AM   #132 (permalink)
 
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Don't count on it.

But more importantly: don't count on seeing affordable analog Rolleiflex TLRs from DHW.
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Old 11-15-2009, 12:22 PM   #133 (permalink)
 
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I would think some used Rollei gear prices would drop in the near future. The 6003 and 6008 might benefit the most. Unfortunately the newer TLRs might become more "collectible", putting them out of touch of the average enthusiast. However, there are a ton of older used Rollei TLRs in good condition, so that those who might want to shoot with one may be able to find one on a budget. On a similar thought, I don't know that I would purchase a Hy6, either new, lease plan, or used, though it is a nice system camera.
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Old 03-08-2010, 03:42 AM   #134 (permalink)
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The director of the successor of the late and Franke & Heidecke manufacturing company is reported by a german photo magazine of the new company (DHW Fototechnik) to meanwhile manufacture:

-) Custom versions of
Rollei 35
Rolleiflex

-) electronic shutters

-) 35mm and MF projectors of the Rolleivision range (maybe old stocks)

-) the Rolleiflex Hy6
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Old 03-08-2010, 03:50 AM   #135 (permalink)
 
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AgX,

Do you have any comments about the sustainability of a stills film projector market?

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Old 03-08-2010, 05:47 AM   #136 (permalink)
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I assume projectors having quite a long life-time. People spending money on still film projectors now really seek image quality, in contrast to the common beamers. The demand on high-end new projectors depends on the market availability of those in the used market. As I indicated, from the wording of that report I assume those projectors from DHW still being stock on their shelves.
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