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    filter vignette on 75mm lens

    Put one filter *behind* the lens.

    -Paul
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    Nikon 300/F9

    Its an excellent lens and very compact. Im not using mine and would consider selling it.

    Best,

    Paul Chaplo

    www.chaplo.com

    www.paulchaplo.com
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    How do you pronounce Scheimpflug?

    ... enough shlime flinging already ;-)
  4. Tuan's National Parks Project article in View Camera

    Tuan, What breathtaking, evocative images! These go beyond equipment and technique into a connection with the land/environment/scene, and a vision that is non-formulaic. You have my utmost respect,...
  5. Rodenstock Sironar-N 5.6/150mm MC Shift Limits?

    Martin, Perhaps take the specifications from Armin, and perform some field tests? Remember, you can peek through the open corners of groundglass to visually check for vignetting. Do this free test...
  6. Low budget Lenses and Accesories for Sinar F

    Thanks interesting, I've always approached it from the other direction: a cost-effective, sturdy, entry-level camera, and using my money on the best glass that I could buy, i.e. the Schneider XL...
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    WELCOME TO THE LARGE FORMAT FORUM

    Thanks! This is a better neighborhood ;-) and continues to be a great resource to LF shooters everywhere. My gratitude to Quang-Tuan Luong and the rest of the team who helped make it happen. See you...
  8. Using a Lens Hood with Lee 100mm push-on F. Holder FK100

    I use a Horseman 45LE and shoot 4x5. After sifting through the archives, I decid ed to buy the Lee FK100 filter holder as I already use Hi-Tech, Optiflex, and Le e 100x100mm filters. The FK100 can...
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    Virtual Wide Angle Lens

    Advantages: no UV filter is needed, as the subject is only feet away. Someday our Quickloads will some with diposable lenses, no cleaning needed. Breathing on the lens with affect your tilt...
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    Virtual Wide Angle Lens

    I second that Oy Vey from Steve and add a Texas yee haaaaaa! At last, a lens with virtually no DOF tables, either ;-) Paul
  11. Reccomendations for *second* lens for architecture

    From experience, I'll line up with Ellis, Sandy & Wayne regarding the 58mm SA XL. It is a wonderful tool & I own one. Yet, I'd ask myself, what will I really shoot more -- exteriors or interiors?...
  12. Good reputable schools that offers a BA in Photography?

    RIT is awesome, I earned my M.F.A. in Photography there. But, as in all things, budgets force a reality check. As an alternative to the top "academies", consider getting a degree at a State...
  13. Recessed board recommendation for SA 58XL on Horseman 45LE

    I shoot all 4x5 and agree, wide angle lenses distort exteriors; "normal" f.length lenses look best to my eye. I use a 150 SS XL and 90 SA XL -- even the 90 can be a bit much at the edges. However,...
  14. Recessed board recommendation for SA 58XL on Horseman 45LE

    Lukasz, Thanks for your response. Exactly what I needed to know. Tell me, do you use the center filter 3b for the 58 SA XL & shoot tranparency film? I can only imagine the access issues with a ...
  15. Recessed board recommendation for SA 58XL on Horseman 45LE

    I just wanted to add that I DID read the archives ;-) -Paul
  16. Recessed board recommendation for SA 58XL on Horseman 45LE

    What recessed lens board would you recommend for SA 58XL on a Horseman 45LE came ra? I shoot architecture, mostly exteriors, some interiors of large commercial s paces. If anyone has direct...
  17. Newtons Rings? - replace your scanner glass!

    I have the same scanner and the same problem. Reality check: if you put emulsion down on the platen glass, you get a normally-oriented image. Think about it! (unless you shot through the film base...
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    Focusing Loupe

    I agree with Ellis. I use a Schneider 4X that is nice and bright -- and find the mag suitable for my work. Sometimes there are simple solutions: if your loupe barrel rotates, tape it? I live in...
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    Help With Studio Lighting

    If the lights are tungsten, or other low color temp source e.g. oil, try tungsten bounce light and tungsten film. Since you state that you are not experienced with studio lighting AND it seems that...
  20. Changing Shutter Speeds in Charged Copal Shutters: Fact & Fiction

    Let me share a recent exchange with S.K. Grimes (SK). I was contacting Mr. Grime s about some custom lens caps that I am ordering for my Schneider LF lenses when we got on the subject of Copal...
  21. What About Studio Lighting, Strobes, Etc.

    I am using the Speedotron 2405cx and find it excellent, although I use it for location lighting with the 202vf heads. Speedo gear is rugged and reliable (made in the USA) -- see you local rental...
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    the perfect 4x5 case

    Gotta love it! If you have a bigger camera, try the Contico large case -- only one drawback -- it's even CHEAPER! About $16 and also works for strobe gear. Simply line with foam. As with...
  23. Spotmeters + a Zone System Mechanical Exposure Calculator?

    I had to LOL, I carry the carcass of an old Pentax 1 deg., just to have that dial and see the relationships -- the meter doesn't work other than the dial. I'm looking at a Sekonic L-608 or Gossen ...
  24. creative technique obviates expensive center-filter purchase

    I strongly recommend the center filter for the 90mm SA XL. (Unless you have the Cabernet Sauvignon and Photoshop :)) With enough of the proper vintage, you don't even need film...
  25. Which filter system? (Lee, Cokin P, Cokin XL, etc)

    IMHO, HiTech's Optiflex (0.3 mm dyed-through optical resin)are better than Lee polyester. I shoot on-location & have used both. HiTech is destributed by Visual Departures USA 1-800-628-2003. I...
  26. Can Quickloads be used in Polaroid back? or visa-versa ...

    Thank you all for sharing your results in detail; it is appreciated. Despite my bringing up an old topic, some interesting dialog was stimulated, which I enjoyed immensely, and hope it was...
  27. Can Quickloads be used in Polaroid back? or visa-versa ...

    I'm about to get a 4X5 Fuji Quickload back AND a Polaroid 545 pro back -- do I need them both, or can one back serve both purposes (using Quickloads and shooti ng Polaroids)?

    Thanks, Paul
  28. Hyperfocal distance in LF, i.e. for 90mm SA XL at f/22

    I am usually focus using hyperfocal distance in 35mm with my Nikkor 28PC lens wi th DOF to spare at f/16-f/22. Of course, in 35 mm, the procedure is simple: I ju st stop-down and look at the scale on...
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    Looking Sekonic L-608 information

    The back cover of Camera Arts has a full page ad for the L-608; there is an introductory "offer" -- the $90 radio trigger module is available for $25. I shoot with strobes, so this appeals to me....
  30. Will I need a 4X5 bag bellows for 90mm SA XL - architecture

    Thanks all! I ordered my bag bellows. I appreciate all your helpful input! Best, Paul
  31. Will I need a 4X5 bag bellows for 90mm SA XL - architecture

    I am buying a Horseman 45 LE from Badger with a 90mm SA XL, for use in architect ural photography. I shoot mostly new institutional buildings; tall-ish one-stori es, with an ocassional 4 story...
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    Eyesight Problems and Grounglass

    Richard, I'm also new to MF, but I know of medium format users who have noticed a significant image brightness increase using a Beattie Intenscreen for their focusing screen. I just looked in the...
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