[Konvas] Kinor 35mm question?

[Speedbirdmgh at aol.com]

I am puzzled!  Anders/Bruce
 
Somebody recently said, I cannot remember who it was, that a 2 perf Kinor  
35mm runs at half speed therefore it is much quieter. I do acknowledge that the  
mags are running at half speed but the motor and shuttle/pull down claw are  
surely running roughly at the same speed as before. Perhaps I have got this  
wrong.
 
During conversion, are there any major engineering improvements made to the  
camera to improve its performance perhaps sealed roller bearings to reduce  
maintenance lube interval times etc.
 
Also has anyone done any decibel tests to confirm if it is quieter.
 
I am still considering whether to buy a couple of 2 perf conversion  units.  
I will be going T2's way but also looking at 35mm imaging and  costs. I am 
convinced that HDV and 35mm  will always run side by side  within the film 
industry for the next 10-15 years and that S16mm TV production  will die over the 
next 5 years. A British and German Lab are formulating a new  company to 
manufacture and process a 'new breed' of 35mm film stock to fill the  gap when Kodak 
start to reduce its European operation. I understand that Fuji  has also just 
purchased a large building plot in the UK to secure its future but  unsure for 
what purpose! Awaiting their press release.
 
Sorry about the questions but has anybody had any ideas on improving the  
Konvas 2M if it needs improving. I know there are issues with the viewfinder etc  
but how about the reliability and perhaps a new motor to make it future  
proof.  Anybody got a 2 perf Konvas yet?
 
Many thanks Rita. 
 
 



   
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