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    Re: How do you use front asymmetric movements?

    Large format users usually apply different movements for different scenes. We do not use tilt, or shift, or swing... all the time. In your case, just do not use it!



    Agree!
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    Re: How do you use front asymmetric movements?

    There is an instruction on ebonycamera.com 'Asymmetrical Movements'. But in short, I quote:

    'When perspective control is important, then swings and tilts are best employed at the lens plane. The...
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    Re: how old are we?

    Long ago I was 19. Too old to remember how long...:)
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    Re: Arca Swiss Ball Head---Lubricant

    Just loosen the ball and use a dry, clean towel to wipe off the dusts while turning the ball to all angles. Take your time, maybe 15 minutes or so. I did this with mine and it worked smoothly again....
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    Re: Shutter speed tester

    Has anyone tried this? Easy and no soldering required.

    http://decisivemomentum.blogspot.com/2008/07/using-dslr-as-shutter-tester.html
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    Re: Show us your home made camera...

    1. Thanks Emmanuel for that great info.

    2. Nana, those cameras are undoubtedly beautiful, well designed, and made. But for ones without mechanical and/or wood working skills - like me - it's...
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    Re: Show us your home made camera...

    Eric and dazedgonebye, I am using one of this (or similar to...
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    Re: Show us your home made camera...

    My 5x7 PS with Nikkor SW 90/f8. Back is from a Kodak or Burke and James 8x10 to 5x7 reducing back. GL is a Canham fresnel. My wood working skill is terrible but it works. :p
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    Re: Winter landscape

    Very nice Bruce! I was in Anchorage back in 2001 (not shooting LF yet), what a beautiful country!
  10. Re: How do you clean your negs or slides before scanning?

    Thanks all for your suggestions. I will try a humidifier and anti-static stuffs.
  11. How do you clean your negs or slides before scanning?

    Before scanning, I use a hand blower to clean the slide; wipe the scanner glass, Anti Newton glass with couple pieces of lens tissue, then tape the slide to the AN glass. I also use cotton gloves to...
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    Re: Epson 3800 Help!

    Alan, try your question at the dpreview.com, printers and printing forum. Chances are more people having the same problem like yours. I am also using the 3800 but never had that problem. Good luck.
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    Re: Show off your camera!

    Thanks, Colin and Kev. Colin: will have more photos tomorrow to show you the back.
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    Re: Show off your camera!

    http://home.socal.rr.com/jnnh/080601/4x10.jpg

    My home breed 4x10. Doesn't have a pro-look but it works and very light, less than 4 lbs.
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    Re: Is there a 5x7 changing bag ?

    I have been using Photoflex changing room for 4x5 and 5x7. Could not be used for 4x10 though.
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    Re: Proposal for handheld LF cameras

    I don't know if it is practical and/or cost effective to produce lens cones that can accept technika boards? This way, ones can use lenses interchangeably between many view cameras and point and...
  17. Re: so, do you guys consider my 6x9 to be "large format"?

    I googled and found this link. Of the 2 definitions, one says yes and one says no. So yes and no! :)
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    Re: Shen Hao 8X10

    Thanks, Dave. There might be another one finding its home soon.
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    Re: Shen Hao 8X10

    Thanks Amund, but that dimension is wrong. The back can't be in portrait orientation if one side is only 24cm as mentioned in Don's and my previous posts.
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    Re: Shen Hao 8X10

    Dave:
    While we are at it, what is the actual size of the camera? Fogive my obsession about the weight and size, just to know how it would fit my backpack. Thanks.
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    Re: Shen Hao 8X10

    Congratulations and thanks for sharing, Dave. It sure looks beautiful. I am really surprised at the weight. The camera actual weight is usually heavier than advertised.
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    Re: Shen Hao 8X10

    Is the camera horizontal only? There is a discrepancy on Badger Graphic site. It says dimensions 39x24x12cm and Camera back in either vertical or horizontal orientation. It is not possible to put the...
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    Re: Recommendations for DIY E-6 Processing

    Getting E6 chemistry is part of the problem. I live in Southern California and used to buy Kodak E6 5 liter kit locally. Not any more, I now have to mail order from Adorama. B&H has it but they do...
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    Re: Loupe that stays adjusted

    GPS, You are exactly right.
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    Re: Loupe that stays adjusted

    Eric, I find it best to adjust the loupe with a slide on a light box. By using progressive eye glasses, you can keep the glasses on while focusing with or without the loupe. Problem is some people...
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    Re: Loupe that stays adjusted

    I 'lock' my loupe using masking tape, about 1.5 full circle. I re-adjust and re-tape it maybe twice a year to match my eyesight. It does not look too bad if you do it carefuly.
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    Re: Viewfinder for ebony sw45

    I have been using a Linhof Viewfinder with a 6x12 home made mask as seen in the attached photo. The mask is a bottom part of a plastic bottle. The opening is carefully cut so that it shows about 90%...
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    Re: How to clean tripod threads?

    Try this:

    http://www.naturescapes.net/082004/gd0804.htm
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    Canham 5x7: setting 0 position

    I am playing with a Canham 5x7 camera and cannot find any mark for the 0 position of rise and fall on the front standard. How do other users set it? Do you have to mark it yourself? Thanks for the...
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    Re: Info on 4x10 camera and films, please

    Thanks, Kerry. I will sure read the articles. As far as scanning and printing, I have been doing exactly what you have said for some cropped images on my 5x7 films. I have just read your article...
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    Re: Info on 4x10 camera and films, please

    Thank you all, gentlemen, for your great help. I will take time to read the suggested readings before making decision, now including 8x10 with half-darkslide...

    Also thanks to those who make this...
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    Info on 4x10 camera and films, please

    Hi all,

    I am contemplating a panoramic camera, instead of going with 6x17, I am thinking about a Fotoman or a Shenhao 4x10. Since I am shooting 5x7, most of my lenses could be used, from wide to...
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    Re: New to using Gaoersi 6x17...

    I do not have the camera but here is the link that might provide more info about it:

    http://www.photo-i.co.uk/Reviews/cameras/Gaoersi/page%201.htm
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    Re: E6 jobo processing

    I have been using Kodak E6 5 litter kit with Jobo CPP2 and expert drum 3006 with very consistent results. I usually pick up the kit locally but my source stops carrying it now. B&H only ships Kodak 1...
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    quick release plates

    This guy sells Arca compatible plates on Ebay. Check his 'seller's other items' for different length.
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  36. Which: One Night in Death Valley or Joshua Tree?

    JT is not late yet. But if you have never been in DV I would suggest DV instead of JT.
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    hyperfocal on 4x5?

    Here is the link with a calculator to use on your Windows, Palm Pilot , or assemble one to take with you to the field.

    www.dofmaster.com/
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    Nikon 4x5 scanner on Ebay

    There is a Nikon 4x5 scanner on Ebay with about 10 hrs left. I wonder if it is any better than Epson 4870. Please advice if you have experience with the scanner. Thanks. John

    Nikon 4x5 scanner
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    Focus Hood for Tachihara 4x5?

    Sam,

    The focusing hood for Shen Hao 4x5 would fit the Tachihara. I bought one from Badger Graphic couple years ago. Give them a call to find out if they are still carying it. Good luck.
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    5X7 Shen-Hao (HZX57-IIAT)

    I, too, have received one from Shen Hao yesterday. Although I have not had much time to play or taken a shot with it but over all it is a very beautiful camera, the best value for the money as Sandy...
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