Archive for January, 2008

HTML Colour Chart

Thursday, January 31st, 2008

Below is a color chart of web colors. Showing the color given by HEX value and using the ‘Name’.

Not all browsers render these colors by name, you should check how the color displays in the final column to see if your chosen color works.

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Argus C3 - 3D

Thursday, January 31st, 2008

Here’s a couple of versions of the Argus C3 camera rendered using POV-Ray.

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Argus C3 Data Tables

Thursday, January 31st, 2008

In this posting, I’ve put some data tables for help when using the fully manual Argus C3.

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Kopil - Self timer

Thursday, January 31st, 2008

This is a clockwork self timer, that came in a blue Bakelite case with instructions. Another useful addition from ebay.

Kopil Self Timer Kopil Self Timer

Honeywell - Tilt-A-Mite pocket flash unit

Thursday, January 31st, 2008

This is a conversion of a product that I’m pretty sure was originally supplied with a PC type connector. However, functions well with the C3 plugs, and saves me lugging the huge Argus originals. The reflector dish completely retracts, making it very portable. It also has the benefit of tilting, allowing bounce flash.

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Argus C3 - Sandmar Lenses

Thursday, January 31st, 2008

These are the original lenses as far as I know that Argus released for the C3 range of cameras by Sandmar, there’s a Wide Angle and TelePhoto.

There are 2 of them, each in a leather case with blue velvet interior. Both in near mint condition, and no marks on the glass that I can see at all.

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