Vintage Cameras

When I visited the Vintage Camera Museum this past Tuesday, I was transported back in time, though not as far as one might think. As long-time readers of the blog know, I have owned and used just about every major camera system that ever existed. I’m also steeped in the culture and history of photography, having been lucky to be near enough to NYC – unofficial home of street photography, during my time in Baltimore. The museum exists as a way for the owner to showcase his collection, as well as to expose the young to the wonderful world of cameras. I found his passion for this cause to be rather inspiring.

During the visit, I turned from visitor to instructor to my guide, an enthusiastic, friendly guy, not quite well-versed in the intricacies of the various systems. To be fair, given the long and variegated history of cameras, how…