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  1. Re: LF Macro Lens

    I don't think so. I believe that bellows extension is directly a function of the distance between the lens plane and the film plane.
  2. Re: LF Macro Lens

    Huh. I wouldn't have thought of that. By any chance do you have experience with these? What is the principle behind needing less bellows extension than normal lens for similar magnification? I assume...
  3. Re: LF Macro Lens

    Thanx. Performance issues weren't something I was trying to solve for unfortunately. The problem I was trying to solve for is that I primarily shoot portraits indoor using natural light. In order to...
  4. LF Macro Lens (...and understanding bellows extension for tele lenses)

    Just wanting to confirm here that I understand how these lenses work. In general, will using a LF macro lens require less bellows extension than a normal lens given any magnification ratio?

    thanx...
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    Re: Clear Thinking on Nikon 450 F9?

    Yup. I have other equipment that I use periodically that I keep around. However, I really think this is a great and valuable lens that I should not leave to sit on the shelf. But, before I sold and...
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    Re: Clear Thinking on Nikon 450 F9?

    I have about 34" and yes, my math and practice force me to the same conclusion regarding cumbersome not to mention the BE factor and reciprocity calculations...
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    Re: Clear Thinking on Nikon 450 F9?

    I hear ya...
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    Re: Clear Thinking on Nikon 450 F9?

    I'm not sure if that was a pun or if you meant that literally but, widening my horizons isn't an option. My camera, head, tripod weigh a TON and taking it out isn't really an option. Not to mention,...
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    Re: Clear Thinking on Nikon 450 F9?

    You'd be surprised how little I know.
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    Re: Clear Thinking on Nikon 450 F9?

    Am considering the Nikkor-AM ED 210mm F5.6 to replace it.
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    Clear Thinking on Nikon 450 F9?

    I bought this lens based on its reputation and was not disappointed on the quality of the images and the performance of my particular example's shutter.

    However, I don't think I should keep it...
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    Re: New to LF but not photography

    So, the original comment about the lens cap makes more sense with additional context. It's possible that if you are shooting, say, still life indoors with bellows extended long relative to the lens...
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    Re: ULF film stock

    Curious, why do you want to shoot ULF?
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    Re: Do I really need a second lens for 8x10

    I use two: 450mm and 150mm. The latter for close-up work.
  15. Re: Best lenses for 1-4x enlargement off 8x10?

    Why would you enlarge to 1x? Seems stupid. Why not contract print????

    Also, when you guys are all talking about better, best, etc. What are you talking about?????
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    Re: DIY darkroom tent - bad idea?

    I'll assume you are not kidding about this. So, rather than build a tent using plastic, why not just buy a real tent and wrap it in the opaque plastic? Don't worry about killing yourself by inhaling...
  17. Re: Need some coaching on 5x7 printing lens/es....

    Why couldn't one use a 135mm for 5x7 enlarging?
  18. Re: Metering Question For Head And Shoulders Portrait

    I use spot meter and expose to zone vi.
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    Re: NEW AirBnB possibilitiies -- Maybe???

    I would say your total market, defined by you, is about nine people.

    The ability for you to sell them is 0%.
  20. Re: Can someone please give few main coordinates about which are the bests B&W enlarg

    I don't think there's much variability in enlargers. There's not much to it. I would recommend getting one you an grow into that has accessories readily available and that is in excellent condition....
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    Re: The Gregory Crewdson film is coming!

    Nice pic. Seriously.

    Maybe someone will make a documentary about you!

    ;^)
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    Re: The Gregory Crewdson film is coming!

    Click on the link in the original thread and watch the trailer. I had never heard of him either but, it looks interesting. Imagine a movie set and director engaged just for an 8x10 shot.
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    Re: The Gregory Crewdson film is coming!

    I didn't see this first time around. It's a shame that nothing I look at today gives me a sense of awe or makes me say "how did they do that?" (remember when you first saw Star Wars??) I just assume...
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    Re: How many of you are self-taught (in LF)?

    YouTube is your friend!

    Ilford makes 30cm x 30cm filters you can use for contact printing.

    Forget film testing to start. Just use the recommended ISO.

    I've found LF is easy to learn,...
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    Re: Negatives with unwanted brown stain

    Well whadda ya know. My fixer was exhausted.

    Also, FWIW, Bergger data sheet, "...highly recommends to presoak in water at least for one minute."

    Also, "Bergger Pancro 400 needs a longer than...
  26. Re: Ilford - new reciprocity failure compensation factors

    Wow. Cool.

    Good job Michael.
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    Re: Negatives with unwanted brown stain

    I will do that for sure today.
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    Re: Negatives with unwanted brown stain

    I'm not sure it matters which developer or equipment is bein used but, FWIW, I'm using HC110-B with Unicolor drum and base (bi-directional).

    When this problem arose, I actually developed four...
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    Re: Negatives with unwanted brown stain

    Here's a pix. It's subtle in this image of the negative but really more pronounced. You can see it spreading from left to wright towards the bottom of the teapot. It's even harder to see in this jpg...
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    Negatives with unwanted brown stain

    So, by any chance has anyone had a recent issue with Bergger 400 8x10? Specifically, I just developed two sheets and they exhibit the exact same issue: a brown stain (and uneven development like...
  31. Re: Help identifying large format copy camera setup early 20th Roussel lens

    It definitely looks like something.
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    Re: My camera caught fire.

    So, I don't understand what the source of the heat was.
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    Re: Show off your Large Format camera!

    Calumet 8x10, sitting on Monfrotto 400 and then on a Majestic/Zone VI combo.

    167867167868
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    Re: safe haven for tiny formats

    Could you put into words what you like about this image?
  35. Re: How to calculate required bellows extension?

    FWIW, instead of an app, I created a handy table I can keep in my bag or pocket.167818
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    Re: 8x10 Ground Glass Focus is Crap

    Ok. Thanx for the helpful suggestions.

    Again, the issue is that the image on the GG doesn't get sharp or appear in focus. At least not to the degree that I would expect.

    At 50 years old, my...
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    Re: 8x10 Ground Glass Focus is Crap

    So can i. Still having a problem. Thanks for insightful comment though.
  38. Re: How to calculate required bellows extension?

    He did. I finally rolled up my sleeves and got a calculator and worked through some equations.

    In fact, I was able to put them into practice. I had a group shoot yesterday. Based on my new found...
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    8x10 Ground Glass Focus is Crap

    So, back to shooting 8x10 after a break. I don't remember it being so hard to focus on the GG. I've used two different types today and I just can't see anything really sharp on the GG.

    I don't...
  40. Re: How to calculate required bellows extension?

    Honestly, this is everything I needed. Thanx. Very well written and organized.

    Who could have written such great material????
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