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    Re: Chamonix 45-N2 Nikkor 75/4.5

    ...wrong again, Steve! Because the front tilt is axial rather than base, dropping the front negates the minimum draw. There are also clearance issues for some of the hardware pieces.


    Anyone...
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    Re: Chamonix 45-N2 Nikkor 75/4.5

    Not really. The rear standard does not have sufficient forward travel to support minimum bellows draw at other than the rearmost front standard position. That being said, I don't know at which...
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    Re: Into the 4x5 world

    The V750 is a nice scanner, but the actual resolution is somewhat below the advertised 6400 dpi. I have the similarly-spec'd V700 and it will only deliver about 2400 dpi best case. For 4x5 this is...
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    Re: Chamonix 45-N2 Nikkor 75/4.5

    Two thumbs up!!! I am looking forward to seeing the pictures!!


    Steve
  5. Re: Flat or recessed board for 75mm lens on Chamonix 4x5?

    As long as the rear of the lens clears the bellows folds and there is sufficient coverage, you should have no problem with the movements on the Chamonix 045N-2 with a 75mm using the universal...
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    Re: Chamonix 45-N2 Nikkor 75/4.5

    Luc,
    The back standard actually goes a lot further forward than in your photos above. The tightener wheel can be positioned further forward by loosening the bottom wheel of the set. I think I...
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    Re: Chamonix 45-N2 Nikkor 75/4.5

    Luc,
    Congratulations on your new Chamonix! The 75 should mount with no issues with a flat lens board. It is not real obvious, but minimum bellows draw is attained by:

    unlock the rear standard...
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    Re: Adding View Camera to MF

    So much for the hostage exchange! Welcome to the club!


    Steve

    (Still though, it might be fun to do a meet-up some time. My folks live near Mt. Vernon and I am up there every once in a while...
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    Re: Film holder protocol?

    I am not human (serious angst)? Or perhaps I am simply lacking in factors...:confused:


    Steve


    (Sorry...could not resist...)
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    Re: Adding View Camera to MF

    You mean something of a foreign exchange with the 500 CM headed south?? :D


    Steve
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    Re: Adding View Camera to MF

    Luc,
    Welcome to the forum. Too bad I live in the other Vancouver, otherwise I could give you a chance to compare the Chamonix to your recent exposure to the Technika IV. I handled a Technika a few...
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    Re: Film holder protocol?

    Light = unexposed/clean/virgin


    Steve
  13. Re: Total Newbie's Questions Before His First LF Camera

    Not really. Too much magnification and you end up seeing more of the texture of the ground glass and less of the image. 8x is fine, but 4x works better for me. I was using my Agfa 8x and was...
  14. Re: Total Newbie's Questions Before His First LF Camera

    Most loupes used for reviewing slides and negatives are in the 8x range. This is a little strong for use at the GG. I just retired my cheap Agfa 8x loupe for a much nicer Fuji 4x model new-in-box...
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    Re: Maxwell screen in a Chamonix 45n-2

    Tony,
    Be sure to post your impressions if you go ahead with the conversion. I have been generally happy with the stock screen and Fresnel on my 045N-2, but am always open to getting a brighter,...
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    Re: Chamonix 045N-2 question

    Not that difficult, just sort of fiddly...


    Steve
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    Re: Chamonix 045N-2 question

    Got to agree with you there! Maybe not a nightmare, but definitely a pain in the rear!


    Steve
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    Re: Scanning guide?

    I was having big problems with curved film as well. Try mounting the negative emulsion side down (the opposite of Epson's recommendation) and flipping the image at scan time (easy in Vuescan) or in...
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    Re: Scanning guide?

    Tim,
    The URL for this link is malformed...


    Steve
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    Re: When will sheet film be obsolete?

    To the question in the original post...


    Sheet film will become obsolete when it no longer has a purpose and people cease to use it.


    Steve
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    Re: Chamonix 45-N2: a wonderful camera

    You mean the full back or just the GG holder? My back has some play...a millimeter or so when I checked just a minute or so. I would expect that some is needed to allow for changes in temperature...
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    Re: help with final 4x5 decisions

    Did he use the words "good" and "cheap" in the same sentence?

    ;)

    Steve

    (I am sure that there will be a few suggestions regarding models that are adequate and good value!)
  23. Re: Just acquired a Wista 45DX. Would like to know the camera's history.Need your hel

    They are the same model and they look the same. The red color on your photo is probably a result of the lighting more than anything else. Very pretty.


    Steve
  24. Re: Just acquired a Wista 45DX. Would like to know the camera's history.Need your hel

    You mean something like this?

    http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/63358-REG/Wista_214604_45DX_Rosewood_4x5_Wooden.html

    Steve
  25. Re: Need your advice on Purchasing a Starter 4x5 Setup

    RE: Cheap Film...

    I shoot Fuji Acros 100 on 35mm and 120, but until I am fully proficient with the view camera, I am sticking with Arista.EDU Ultra from Freestyle. It is pretty forgiving, has...
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    Re: Chamonix 45N-2

    I paid no duty on my Chamonix shipped from China via EMS directly to my home. That is probably because there is no duty on LF cameras from China into the U.S. The situation may be different when...
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    Re: Beginner's guide to developing 4x5" sheets

    I use the "taco" method in a generic Patterson-type plastic tank (<$20 USD) and it works well for 4x5. As noted, it requires about a liter of chemistry and is a bit of a waste. I am going to...
  28. Re: Need your advice on Purchasing a Starter 4x5 Setup

    Some advice:

    Although pictured on the camera, you will probably need a lens board. The hole size depends on your Nikkor's shutter.
    210mm is considered to be a portrait lens on 4x5...
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    Re: New guy scanner question.

    I am north of town in Vancouver, so we are a bit of a distance away. If you want to meet up sometime when you are ferrying film to Blue Moon, send me a PM. You might want to check out Citizen's...
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    Re: New guy scanner question.

    I have 2 Gig on XP Pro. So far so good...


    Steve
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    Re: New guy scanner question.

    Steve,
    I am local to you and am willing to share what I know first-hand if you like. I too am a noob, but am a few months further along in the process. I also have a V700 if you are interested in...
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    Re: My new toy arrived

    Good point!


    Steve
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    Re: My new toy arrived

    Are you volunteering Frank?

    I am available for hire if the OP is local to me :)


    Steve
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    Re: My new toy arrived

    Two books to start with:

    Adams, Ansel; The Camera
    Simmons, Steve; Using The View Camera

    The Adams book is comprehensive, has a large section devoted to view cameras, and is usually available...
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    Re: Choosing my first 4x5: please help!

    My pleasure...<takes bow>


    Steve
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    Re: Choosing my first 4x5: please help!

    :D :D :D :D

    Steve

    (Looked at your ad for the camera...too bad I am not in the market...appreciate your female sales assistants...)
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    Re: Choosing my first 4x5: please help!

    Frank, did you slip a zero on the Arca-Swiss price? ;) The last time I checked, they were priced somewhere in the same neighborhood as an Ebony.


    Steve

    (I wish there were an emoticon for...
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    Re: Choosing my first 4x5: please help!

    Ditto for me except that I have historically shot 35mm.



    I can affirm that the camera purchase is only the beginning of expense. As has been pointed out on other threads, LF does not have to...
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    Re: Chamonix 45n-2 Upcoming Review

    Thanks for your notes on the camera. Your experience mirrors my own.

    A few questions/comments:

    I don't follow what you meant by marking the GG protector. Mine is a pain to get on too, but I...
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    Re: Chamonix 45n-2 Upcoming Review

    What an opportunity! Per is an incredible talent. He is also a real Ebony fan. Out of curiosity, what was his opinion of your Chamonix?


    Steve
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