This morning I had my view camera stolen from me while on location in downtown Milwaukee. I'm wondering if anyone knows of a good insurance company to provide coverage against theft while on location...
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This morning I had my view camera stolen from me while on location in downtown Milwaukee. I'm wondering if anyone knows of a good insurance company to provide coverage against theft while on location...
Does anyone know the weight and image circle of the Nikkor 105mm f/3.5 M lens? D oes anyone have hands-on experience with this lens? Thanks for your input.
What type of photography do you plan to do?
I recently acquired the Ebony 23S for travel purposes. It's an amazingly nice camera - from the overall concept and design to the craftmanship and...
For used equipment, I'd try to find a used beatup Deardorff outfit. I've seen some on eBay for around $1000. These cameras and lenses are not in great shape, but they're capable of taking great...
The Fujinon C 300mm is sharp, sharp, sharp on 4x5. It is just as sharp on 8x10 with no movements. With movements, however, resolution at the edge deteriorates. This is just an observation. Anyone...
I use 1370M low profile panhead (magnesium) with the Gitzo 1325 tripod for my 8x10 camera, and it's great, but this setup is overkill for the Toyo VX. For that camera (and anything lighter), go...
Iomega now makes a 20GB portable drive called Peerless. It accepts both 10GB and 20GB disks. You just buy more disks as your need grows. You have a choice between a USB or FireWire connection.
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Try Superior Archival Mats at http://www.superiorarchivalmats.com/
I have the non-folding Toyo VX, which I love, and recently acquired a non-folding Ebony 23s for travel purposes, which was the closest match to the Toyo VX in the 6x9 format size. Both cameras are...
FYI.
For those who have helped in this effort, keep up the good work!
Has anyone used the Walker Flare Buster accessory? This appears to be a multi-p urpose accessory. Walker describes it as follows:
"Apart from being used as a lens shield the Flare Buster is also...
Schneider 110XL.
How old is your SA75? I chose the SA75 f/5.6 over the SA72XL about two years ago and have been very happy with the decision. As far as resolution goes, the SA75 has the edge (according to Schneider...
Ebony 810SU
A non-folding 8x10 camera with asymetrical tilts and swings with at least 600mm of bellows extension (for use with Fujinon C 300mm, 450mm and 600mm lenses) and interchangeable...
Did Reinhart Wolf (German architectural photographer) ever publish a book of his photographs? Is it available in the U.S.? Is it available abroad, and if so how may I get my hands on it?
Thanks...
I need to purchase a Horseman rollfilm holder for a 6x9 camera. They come in eit her 120 or 220 versions. My questions:
Has anyone tested the film flatness for 120 film versus 220 film for...
Glazier's Camera, Seattle. Most LF cameras on display. Knowledgeable staff.
Badger Graphic, Wisconsin - call beforehand for camera availability and store hours. They're primarily a mail order...
I purchased this lens from Robert White earlier this year. It's a fairly large and heavy lens as far as enlarging lenses go. I have a Beseler 45 MCRX enlarger and found that I needed a special...
Hi Ellis,
I mainly plan on using the camera for external shots of architectural subjects - modern buildings of varying size and height, and cityscapes. I currently use a 4x5 monorail (Toyo VX)...
Greetings,
Am interested in the Ebony 23S and would like to know, from those who have exper ience with the camera, if it allows for movement with wide angle lenses (45mm to 58mm) for architectural...
Looking to experiment with Cibachrome paper as film. Any resources on technique, pitfalls, filters, etc.?
I'd like to learn more about cibachrome printing and masking techniques. I've tr ied my hand at it, but I know I could use some guidance. Does anyone know of a g ood workshop? Do any folks like...
Was Ilford's XP-2 ever available in cut film sizes, namely 4x5? Is there an alte rnative film with similar qualities - i.e. long tonal range with "highlights tha t go on forever" (Ctein 2000)
Darn, I missed the Linhof booth. I didn't see it. I am sorry, I'm a Linhof fan.
Wista makes a 4x5 rangefinder - the RF model. Check B&H Photo for specs and details. Check Robert White for price. I haven't actually seen this model, but it looks a lot like the Horseman VHR...
One of the most exciting things to see, for LF photography, was the new Schneider 80mm XL lens. It is very compact in size and has a wider image circle than the existing 75mm Super Angulon. As one...
Hi Yaakov,
I have the Toyo Ballon Folding Focusing Hood. It is a tremendous improvement over the standard focusing hood that comes with the Toyo AII. The balloon hood is the same size and...
Hi Paul,
I read your previous post and all the various responses regarding the best camera for your needs and thought of mentioning the Toyo VX 125 (but didn't - I'm not very polemical). I'm...
Regarding spot meters, the statement that the Sekonic L508 is not sensitive in low light is correct. I wish I had known this before selling my Sekonic L778 (a great spot meter, though a bit heavy)...
Another sweet accessory is the Toyo Balloon Focusing Hood. It is far more effective at shielding light than the standard focusing hood that comes with the Toyo 45AXII. It is more packable than the ...
From the U.S. perspective, it is legal. You will get an annual record from Fed Ex which shows the custom tax you paid (it's included in the shipping charge) when you buy from the New Sankyo Camera...
Sankyo Company, Hong Kong
I had them price the Schneider Super Angulon 75mm f/5.6 and Super Angulon XL 72mm f/5.6. Both were in the $900s. B&H Price 1348.00 and 1,532.00, respectively.
I had the Photoflex changing bag and returned it for a Harrison pup tent. The latter is far better made (the Photoflex is pretty flimsy and is NOT guaranteed to be light-tight). The Harrison pup...
Thanks everyone. Very helpful information. I thought I would post the reply I received from Michael Klayman of Schneider Optics. He writes, "The resolution differences between the lenses are fairly...
Is there any resolution difference between the new Schneider 72mm f/5.6 XL lens and the Schneider Super Angulon 75mm f/5.6 lens? The 72mm is heavier, but if the resolution is better, I'm tempted to...
Try Glazer's Camera in Seattle. Last year their prices for the Arca Swiss line were less than B&H Photo.
I'm wondering if there is any difference in performance between 120 and 220 roll film holders, such as the 6x9 Horseman for 4x5. Also, the pros and cons between the two. Does anyone have any hands-on...
I'm looking for a good book on lens design. A book that has practical utility fo r a photographer but is not an optical engineering book. Though I would consider the latter if it were written for the...
Is there a focal length conversion chart for 8x10, 4x5, 6x12, 6x9, 6x7 and 35mm formats?
Hi Robert,
I was just in Tokyo and, no, you will not find much camera equipment in the duty-free stores at the airport (certainly not large format). You will find some digital and p&s cameras...