Another vote for Sinar P.
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Another vote for Sinar P.
I've used an 8x10 conversion on my 4x5 P for two years and have no complaints. The P is rock solid, handles the weight very well and allows me plenty of movement - can't imagine the P2 would fare any...
I'll chime in with Frank - the P is very stable. I've hauled mine around ourdoors (and "haul" is the operative word) and never worried about it's ability to handle the elements. I've questioned my...
Okay, at first glance I was curious if David Burnett's lead photo on page 26 of TIME magazine April 5 2004 had to be large format because of the unusual focus plane. I didn't give it much thought...
Thanks Jim - hopefully I'll have something to share for the next print exchange!
Bob - What would I notice in my images that would indicate a spacing problem?
I've got a nice Copal 1 shutter that came with a lens (Caltar II, 210 mm). The shutter is marked for f-stops from 5.6 to 64. Having come across a G-Claron 305 lens set (no shutter), I've discovered...
Hal - The reason I asked about light sources is that I've got one of those stat cameras (Agfa - weighs a TON but razor sharp optics) and I've struggled to adapt a light source that was uniform...
For you guys using the stat camera for an enlarger - what are you using for a light source when you make prints??
Worst advice: "The smaller the f-stop, the sharper the picture."
Would somebody answer (first-hand) the BIGGEST question: Is all of the new security doing damage to film?
Can you use paints on the muslim to create textures? What kind of paint?
would second everything said about the Wide Field Ektar. Tons of movement for 8x10. Bought it mounted on an Ilex #5 - sent it to Grimes for an $80 CLA and couldn't be happier with the whole setup.
I'm trying to find Kodak Series 9 filters. My experience with other brands is that they are 1mm too large for the retaining ring that comes with the lens. Grimes has even offered to "enlarge" the ...
Doug -
Jump in!! Buy a box of film, load your holders and get out here with the rest of us experts! Loading isn't that difficult - it's the composing, exposing, developing and printing that...
Michael -
2 minutes after I posted the question, I also sent S Grimes a note asking him if he made an adapter that would get me from Series 9 down to maybe an 82mm. I really doubt I'd see any...
I've been hunting for Kodak Series 9 filters for my Ektar WF. Some brands of fil ters that I've tried (labeled for Series 9) are sized to fit Series 9 holders, a nd are too large for the retaining...
Okay, I fixed it. Took all of 10 minutes with a small metal file. Anybody remember back when they took metal shop, and the teacher taught "draw" filing? I gently used the draw file technique in 1" ...
It's definitely a Series 9 Photar, and that "smidge" is probably what Robert is measuring as .005". And believe me, that's just enough to keep it out of the retaining ring.
I've got a 250 Wide Field Ektar that (should) take Series 9 filters with the hel p of the retaining ring that came with the lens. I picked up a Tiffen Series 9 f rom Ebay ($18), but it won't fit in...
I agree with those who advise keeping pressure on the back plate during slide removal. I used to keep the darkslide just barely tucked in the holder slot during exposure, until a little bit of ...
Hello -
I broke one of the latches on my Halliburton Zero case. The pot-metal crossarm b roke, but the case is undamaged. I need to get a replacement. Looks like a simpl e job to replace - I just...
Just acquired a 250mm 6.3 Ektar Wide Field. There's a removable ring that screws into the filter threads on the front element - what's the ring for? Maybe to pr otect the threads when I'm not using a...
While favorably compared to a John Deere tractor, realize that the C-1 is not easily moved by the wind and stays put wherever you leave it. While other LF owners are shielding their cameras with...
As the proud owner of a very green 8x10 Calumet C-1 through unusual circumstance (too many details to bore you with), I am now in need a lens or two for this be ast. I plan to do B/W scenery -...
Hi all -
I broke the gridded ground glass on my 8x10 Calumet back. I'll check the Calumet website for a replacement, but wondered if the list had suggestions for new gla ss that might be less...
I shoot landscapes to capture beauty which I cannot buy with dollars.
What does "CLA" mean? I see it in Roger's response above, and I can't figure out what it refers to. Thanks for the help - Bill
Hey Todd - life's full of scratches. Unless you are seeing some degradation of your images from the mishap, keep shooting.
Also, did you know an unscratched lens is far more susceptible to the...
A coffee break discussion prompted the following question:
How many pixels would a file contain if an 8x10 digital back were available (col or or B/W)?
Seems there was a National Public Radio...
Jason -
I've been very pleased with the Arista 400 that I've shot in 8x10 format, and you can't beat the price... go buy some and help keep the brand alive!!
Anybody else notice he left on this trip last Friday? Good advice for the rest of us, though...
Am I doing my 8x10 bellows any damage by keeping my camera set up on the tripod here in the office? The bellows are drawn about 12". The camera never fails to s tart a conversation from visitors, but...
Doremus -
Thanks for the Minor White/zone patch idea. I'd also like to add to my list of "what falls in that zone" descriptions - do you have any standard objects that seem to always be a...
I'm putting together a Zone chart that I'll carry in my equipment bag that shows the gradations with some quick descriptions of common objects or scenes that of ten fall in those zones. Example:...
Any recommendations for a manufactured contact printer to use on 8x10 negatives? Any easy home made options (large sheet of glass, hinge material, baseboard, et c.)?
Thanks - Bill
I've shot miles of B/W film over the years in 35mm and 120mm... but now that I'm moving into 8x10 sheets, I feel a bit out of my element. I'm going to be shooti ng landscapes and some portraiture,...
I'm looking for a cable release that will give me 10 seconds to run back into th e picture and join my family in the shot. You know, like the self-timer on a 35m m that allows a few seconds so you...
I just bought an 8x10 camera, backs, and case - all in excellent condition, and it was just as Stephan advertised. Received everything in 3 days, well-packed and with 10 day return policy. Highly ...
What is the recommended way to gently clean the front and rear surfaces of my Ek tar lens? Despite keeping my lens caps in place religiously, I've acquired some spots that I know will come off - but...