Professional test devices for analog cameras are usually only available from old stock.
Their heyday is over with the switch to digital photography, their technology is clearly no longer state-of-the-art, but they are still used in repair shops.
The devices were large and heavy and were therefore mainly suitable for stationary use
Repairs and spare parts procurement can be problematic today.
The Japanese company Kyoritsu was one of the leading manufacturers:
Reveni Labs Camera Tester
New products in this field are all the more exciting for anyone who repairs analog cameras professionally or as an enthusiast.
Reveni Labs Camera Tester
(Copyright Reveni Labs)
The Reveni Labs Camera Tester is a newly developed camera tester that automatically checks all relevant parameters such as shutter speed, aperture or shutter release.
The device is designed for 35mm film as standard and can be expanded to medium format.
The Reveni Camera Labs tester works digitally and uses LEDs as a test light source.
In contrast to previous models, the tester is small and light and can therefore also be used in a mobile workshop like mine.
Details and specifications can be found on the Canadian manufacturer’s website:
With a retail price of USD 475, the Reveni Labs tester is also within the reach of private users.
On the way to Vienna
I have ordered a copy that is currently on its way to Vienna and will report here about my experiences with it.
Independently, of course, and from the enthusiast's point of view
Since I haven't worked with a camera tester before, there will be a lot to learn and as always, I prefer to do this with other forum users.
I will use the device for my private camera workshop, where I work on 35mm cameras from the 1980s. Only privately with my own devices and without any commercial interest.
I'm very excited!
Their heyday is over with the switch to digital photography, their technology is clearly no longer state-of-the-art, but they are still used in repair shops.
The devices were large and heavy and were therefore mainly suitable for stationary use
Repairs and spare parts procurement can be problematic today.
The Japanese company Kyoritsu was one of the leading manufacturers:
Reveni Labs Camera Tester
New products in this field are all the more exciting for anyone who repairs analog cameras professionally or as an enthusiast.
Reveni Labs Camera Tester
(Copyright Reveni Labs)
The Reveni Labs Camera Tester is a newly developed camera tester that automatically checks all relevant parameters such as shutter speed, aperture or shutter release.
The device is designed for 35mm film as standard and can be expanded to medium format.
The Reveni Camera Labs tester works digitally and uses LEDs as a test light source.
In contrast to previous models, the tester is small and light and can therefore also be used in a mobile workshop like mine.
Details and specifications can be found on the Canadian manufacturer’s website:
With a retail price of USD 475, the Reveni Labs tester is also within the reach of private users.
On the way to Vienna
I have ordered a copy that is currently on its way to Vienna and will report here about my experiences with it.
Independently, of course, and from the enthusiast's point of view
Since I haven't worked with a camera tester before, there will be a lot to learn and as always, I prefer to do this with other forum users.
I will use the device for my private camera workshop, where I work on 35mm cameras from the 1980s. Only privately with my own devices and without any commercial interest.
I'm very excited!
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