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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around nostalgic memories related to photography equipment, particularly flash technology used in cameras. Participants share anecdotes about their experiences with different types of flash systems, including flash bulbs and flashcubes, as well as the evolution of these technologies over time.
Discussion Character
- Nostalgic reminiscence
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Main Points Raised
- Some participants express amusement at the shrinking number of people who understand certain photography jokes.
- Several participants recall the necessity of purchasing separate flash units for cameras, indicating a shift in technology.
- One participant mentions having boxes of slides from the late 1990s and early 2000s that they plan to scan.
- There is a discussion about flashcubes, with some participants reminiscing about their use and availability.
- A participant shares a detailed memory of using a Brownie Hawkeye flash model, highlighting the challenges of replacing flash bulbs and the quality of the negatives produced.
- Another participant recalls using flash cubes with a Kodak Instamatic camera, indicating a shared experience with older photography technology.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants generally share similar nostalgic sentiments about past photography experiences, but there is no consensus on specific details regarding the timeline or availability of certain flash technologies.
Contextual Notes
Some statements reflect personal experiences that may depend on individual memories and regional availability of photography equipment, which may not be universally applicable.
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Hahaha. Link?
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Joppy said:
no idea, it was just a giggle a friend shared with me on FB
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Oh yeah! I still keep pins in a box from one of these! :-)
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The fraction of the population who gets the joke is shrinking.
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I remember when we had to buy a separate flash light for the camera :-)
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That reminds me, I still have a few boxes of slides to scan, from 1990 and 2000. 
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mfb said:
aint that the truth
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Sophia said:
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Ooh, flashcubes! I never had a camera that used them, but I remember them. I wonder when they went out of production? I see you can still buy them e.g. from third party vendors on amazon.com, presumably from old stock from camera stores.
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Does anyone remember this Mg flashes?
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fresh_42 said:Does anyone remember this Mg flashes?
As a child I bought a used Brownie Hawkeye flash model.
That was the camera that got me interested in photography. The flash bulbs were one-use-only (in the image you can see a blue one in the flash reflector). Although the camera was a little old, they did sell replacement bulbs and compatible film at the neighborhood drug store.
Of course the camera optics were nothing to brag about, but the medium format 6 cm x 6 cm negatives was terrific. In the right conditions (i.e., good lighting, or in conditions suitable for the flash), I could get incredibly detailed prints. 'Particularly for a camera that I picked up for about $1 at a garage sale.
Replacing those bulbs was a real pain though. (A pack of bulbs cost more than what I paid for the whole camera.)
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collinsmark said:
I never used that style, but well remember using the flash cubes during the early 70's on my Kodak instamatic camera
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