Sage-Tips

How do you change the ISO on a Contax G2?

To set ISO manually, hold ISO a few seconds until ISO blinks. Release the ISO button, and spin the front dial to change the setting. Yes, the ISO setting continues to blink as you try to set it, which can be annoying. To lock the setting, tap the shutter or just ignore it for a while.

Can you manually focus a Contax G2?

MF – Manual Focus In this mode, you can manually focus the lens on the Contax G2. You will need to use the round dial on the front of the camera to focus. A focus scale will be displayed in the viewfinder, and a distance indicator will display on the screen at the top left of the camera.

What is Green Label Contax?

Contax G1 bodies come in two varieties, “silver label” and “green label”. The later green label bodies work with all the Contax lenses (except the 35-70mm zoom) but the earlier bodies with a silver label in the film loading are incompatible with the Contax 21mm and 35mm lenses…

Are film SLR cameras worth anything?

Classic camera values range from worthless up to $8,000 or more, depending on factors like brand, condition, film format and popularity. Many are worth around $15, though it’s impossible to place an average value on classic cameras. The most expensive camera ever sold at auction was a Leica 0-series No.

What’s the difference between Contax G1 and G2?

As a whole, the Contax G1 and Contax G2 35mm rangefinder-style film cameras are very similar. The key differences between the two cameras are the G2 has the superior autofocus system and button layout, it is slightly larger and heavier, came in more finishes, and has more lens options than the original G1.

Does the Contax G1 have a flash?

And the Carl Zeiss lenses that came with the camera meant zero compromises on image quality. The Contax G1 features a beautiful and sleek design that’s fairly easy to workaround. With a Titanium coating, the body manages to flaunt a premium look….Contax G1 features.

Model	Contax G1
Flash sync speed	1/100s

What does green label mean on Contax G1?

When shopping for the G1, try and find a green label model. This made no difference for the primes I have, but green label means it has been modified to work with more lenses (21 mm and 35 mm lenses for instance). G1s and the 35-70mm zoom are not compatible green label or not.