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I recently scanned a 4X5 Kodak TMX negative on my archaic Epson 2450 scanner, and I subsequently had the file printed by A&I to 16"X20". The photograph was displayed at an exhibition to raise funds...

Congratulations David G! The internet has sure helped me down here in the Caribbean. I am a happy 8X10 owner because of it. I like the article, although it ends on a depressing note.

Hiya everybody. With the rise in the incidence of West Nile virus in the United States, new concerns arose on the safety of DEET for use in adults, children, lactating mothers, and pregnancy....

Poor Patrik soundin' scared of these LF people. I used to be intimidated too but, I mean, what can they do to me? Pelt their Linhof over the Atlantic and hit me? Of course not! Why waste a good...

I'm a TOG!! That explains a few things....

Hi, I have just tried Astia 100F in QuickLoads and, I have to admit, that greens had a bit of a light yellowish tint and were otherwise drab, in my opinion. However, pastel hues in dawn and sunrise...

I understand your point, Frank, but when you live out in the boondocks like me with the nearest LF photographer on the other side of the Atlantic, well, explanatory pictures could be a great help!...

Hi Julian,
I am not certain about those levers you mention. I am guessing that they are a part of the spring-back assembly. Guessing, that is! As far as I'm aware, the film holder should be...

Well, Tim has voiced what my subconscious has always known but I would never admit openly to myself for fear of eliciting an episode of Major Depression. "Guys without lives". Thank you, thank you. I...

Dear Julian,
I have been using Arca's F-metric 4X5 (171mm) for almost 2 years now. I recently added an 8X10 conversion set. I can't comment on the following: 1. shift clamp, 2. rise/fall, 3. method...

Hi Julian,
Yes, the instructions are awful. To unfold the rail, just pull the knob at the end of the rail. The latched rail will swing free. Straighten the rail and push the 2 pieces together...

Humm, a little clarification. The rod pushes a pill-like bullet into the 'jaws' which opens them. The rod indeed retracts when the screw is turned anti-clockwise but leaves the little bullet in place...

Now I'm confused! There is a little rod inside the extension that opens the jaws to grip the inside of the rail. Turning the screw clockwise pushes the rod forward, hence opening the jaws. However,...

Hi Glenn,
The 25mm rail performs its functions well. However, realize that it is not meant to be removed once you attach it. I didn't know this when I bought mine. My nice foldable, compact rail...

Uh, if you don't mind me asking, Scott, but why did you have your 8X10 Arca F-line kit rebuilt?

Dear LFers,

What's wrong with you people? Don't you realize how many people you help every day via your contributions? I live on the other side of the planet, and if it weren't for all of you I...

My Fujinon 240A had one. I removed the screw so that the lens would seat properly on my Arca Swiss lensboard.

Love the doggie in the background checking out your camera, Eduardo!

When the 8x10 arrives in a few months I will certainly see for myself what is possible. Bill is right about not being able to fully appreciate the merits of the medium by looking at photographs on...

Well, I'm somewhat relieved. By the way, that's a glorious photo David G.

I'll certainly have to test the theory that you can get a shot like the Mt. Wiliamson photograph by Ansel Adams with a...

Hello friends. I live far away from camera civilization and I can't rent cameras/lenses before I buy them. So far, mainly thanks to you all, things have gone smoothly. I have an Arca-Swiss 4x5 with a...

Thanks Richard, that sounds super. Rory.

Greetings friends,

I have a brand new Arca Swiss 4x5 that I used on the seashore on one occasion. Subsequent to this, I noted rust on some of the screws on the standard and rail. This occurred...

Aha! A few weeks ago, I was in exactly the same position as you are in now. At first, I didn't realize that my new F-metric Arca was slowly sliding out of my RRS QR lever clamp and I just narrowly...

A lovely website with very good photographs, however, I am troubled by the striking similarity between this site and Paul Schilliger's in concept and design. Mr. Ozgoren's elaboration on his...

I wouldn't worry about a little humiliation! A good doctor knows that one learns a lot more when humble rather than when one is overly concerned with possible assaults on the Ego. So go to that...