Anyone know how much this lens cover? Searched everywhere and I cannot find a thing. Thanks!
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Anyone know how much this lens cover? Searched everywhere and I cannot find a thing. Thanks!
I'm afraid the project is on hold indefinitely at this point. In Aug 2010 I left the country for almost a year and when I came back I moved to NYC where I don't have access to a shop. For now I still...
For the most part it worked fine. I've been traveling since August 2010 and the website was attacked by hackers and I didn't have time to have the "good fight". I just returned to US last night, so I...
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I'll add more as I get around to it... ;-)
Sorin
It seems like the site was compromised, I am restoring it now from a backup. The price for a 4x5 kit was around $40. The largest kit I was able to offer was 8x10 because my printer is unable to print...
Unfortunately I will out of the country until April-May.
The DIY Bellows Kit will only be available for a couple of weeks from now because I will be out of the country at least until January, possibly more. If you were planning on ordering a kit, you...
I'm trying to install it now. On my phone (HTC Pure) it complains the .Net compact framework is too old on my phone. I'm guessing this would discourage the average user. I'm installing version 4 now....
In case anyone wants to see how the bellows is assembled, here is a link to a video review. There are more detailed videos as well.
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Rick, good info thank you. The prototype caps are not finished with anything, they are just polished wood and I was planning on only using woods that polish well without chemicals. These prototypes...
OK then, I will work on the design, test a few woods and get back to you all with more pictures. I'll make some samples from small sizes to larger ones. I also have to come up with some pricing....
I'm looking to see what would be the interest level in exotic wood (replacement) lens caps. These are a couple of examples. The caps on the stereo camera are made out of Cocobolo wood and the larger...
This is a prototype so it may change, for instance if a significant number of cameras would not have as much space as the hood requires now. Currently it's 5.5" x 4.5"
http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_wOEOTETg9EY/S99PyybKHGI/AAAAAAAAAr0/MJcx9bXhGL0/s320/IMAG0129.jpg
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Not all 8x10 bellows are the same. The circumference of the bellows at the rear & front needs to match otherwise you could not connect the bellows to the frame. At the same time the inside dimensions...
I have not tested the material for infrared light yet so I cannot answer that question. The material is a poly-cotton blend on the outside with a rubber core.
Yes, I did mean to offer a "pattern only" kit, I just didn't get around to figure out a price structure. Yes, I wrote a computer program for designing the bellows. The size is not a limitation,...
Keep us posted! It looks very interesting.
Opinions are divided, you are the one that needs to decide. I will offer hardware at some point, but right now the bellows and the ground glass kits are the only items available.
A 4 min "quick review" video of the building process is available now at this link (first video). Please note that the kit is offered with a "100% money back guarantee". If did your best to make it...
The trial is closed now. You are welcome to buy a kit ;-)
The "DIY Custom Camera Bellows Kit" is available now at www.diycamerakit.com for any format (2x3, 4x5, 8x10, 11x14, 5x7, 8.5x6.5, etc).
For fine it's 40 micron, for very fine is about 20.
The new kits are producing a much brighter and finer grain. See the links above.
3/4/2010 Update - I have now enough beta testers for the first round, but if you'd like to be considered for a second round (if that will be necessary), you can still apply as described in the...
JRFrench, you can apply for the offer as well, on case by case basis international might be ok, however, shipping costs will not be refunded.
All the money including shipping will be refunded if the conditions are met (the conditions basically amount to you having to TRY (successfully or not) to make the bellows within two weeks and...
We are offering now a limited number of DIY Camera Bellows Kit for free (under certain conditions) to volunteers willing to try the kit to replace their bellows. See details at...
The first product in the line of DIY Cameras & Accessories is now available. It's a kit containing all materials required to make your own ground glass. The kits for standard size require no...
I'll be in BsAs for 2 months and I debate taking my 4x5 with me. Can anyone point out a reliable lab in BsAs which develops 4x5, either E6 or B&W?
I will second the others when I'll say don't underestimate the amount of work that goes in building a folder. I am building right now a prototype, and I'm using a CNC machine which cuts to a...
Since the Bender camera closed their shop a while ago, the only kit on the market is the Buldog kit. For those who want an alternative to this MDF made kit, I am working on launching a series of...