Leigh,
I received an email from my registrar/hosting service this morning that the CC they had on file for my automatic renewal had expired. I went to their web site and updated my CC info with...
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Leigh,
I received an email from my registrar/hosting service this morning that the CC they had on file for my automatic renewal had expired. I went to their web site and updated my CC info with...
Peter,
Thanks for the confirmation.
Kerry Thalmann
Really Big Cameras
http://reallybigcameras.com
Jim,
Good to know. Thanks for checking.
Kerry Thalmann
Really Big Cameras
http://reallybigcameras.com
Frank,
As I am still in business, I'd be happy to handle any warranty issues. If I ever go out of business (not that I plan to), all the products I carry come with 3-year manufacturer's...
Have no fear. Really Big Cameras is alive and well. The domanin and hosting were set to auto renew, but the credit card set up for payment expired at the end of January. I got an email from my...
Kent,
The twist lock collars on the original Feisol tripods were indeed plastic. They introduced metal twist lock collars for the Traveler and Tournament Class models. In March 2008, the...
Bill,
Sorry, they aren't listed on my site, but I have the following in stock:
24x30cm nominal (25x31cm = 9.8" x 12.2" actual) - $219.00 + shipping
30x40cm nominal (31x41cm = 12.2" x 16.1"...
The only place I know to buy them is directly from Keith Canham. His phone number is: 480-250-3990.
Kerry
The Fujinon C series was introduce in 1982 and has always been multicoated. There is no such thing as a single coated Fujinon C.
Ironically, there was an earlier single coated version of the...
The rear elements of the 110mm Super Symmar XL and most 150mm lenses are quite small. Picture this ultralight body with something like a 150mm G Glaron mounted on it. Adjusting the FFL could be...
It appears there may be some interest in top quality contact printing frames for the 20x24 format. Argentum doesn't currently offer this size, but if there is sufficient interest, I'm sure they'd be...
Just thought I'd post a brief update on the status of these beautifully made Argentum contact printing frames.
Argentum has redesigned their web site. The PDF file for their contact printing...
No. It's a convenience feature that makes it faster and easier to set-up and collapse the tripod legs. You can read more on the advantages of RAL Anti-Rotation Legs here.
Kerry Thalmann
Really...
I just received a shipment today, and now have the Argentum contact printing frames in stock in the banquet sizes. The actual image areas are:
25x56cm (9.8" x 22") for 7x17 and 8x20
36x56cm...
William,
No problem. I assumed your comments were made with tongue in cheek.
And, I am happy to report that one customer has confirmed that the Argentum contact printing frames do indeed work...
Correction - That should be:
This brings the total to eight different sizes of ballheads in the Photo Clam line-up - from 30mm to 74mm ball diameter.
Kerry Thalmann
Really Big Cameras
Photo Clam has recently introduced two ballhead models. These are the PC-30N, their smallest model (great for travel or backpacking) :
http://reallybigcameras.com/PhotoClam/PC-30N_Colors.jpg...
William,
It took me a while to understand what you meant by your comment. I assume you are referring to this statement from the Argentum PDF:
"Argentum contact printing frames ensure adequate...
Richard,
The two models are very similar. The CT-3402 is a little smaller (shorter extended height, shorter folded length, lighter weight). The differences aren't huge, but the CT-3402 is a bit...
I tend to favor lenses from moderately wide to slightly long (i.e. 110mm - 210mm on 4x5). So, for 5x7, my favorite two lens combination is a 150mm and a 300mm.
In the 150mm focal length, my...
I would also be happy to answer any questions about Chamonix Cameras - either here in the forum, through PM, or through email at: sales@reallybigcameras.com
Kerry Thalmann
Really Big Cameras
The convertible model permits positioning the back in either horizontal (landscape) or vertical (portrait) orientation. The horizontal only model, is just that. The back is fixed in the horizontal...
Before I post these on my web site for the general public, I wanted to let members of the Large Format Forum know that Really Big Cameras has a limited number of Chamonix Cameras in stock and...
Really Big Cameras has placed our first order with Argentum for the contact printing frames discussed in this thread. The shipment is expected to arrive in about two weeks and will include a limited...
Gregory,
Yes, no problems with the Horseman roll film backs, including the 6x12, on the Chamonix 4x5.
Kerry Thalmann
Really Big Cameras
While I understand the theory behind your aversion to wooden cameras, as someone who lives in a wet climate (Oregon, it rains a LOT here), in practice I have never had a problem with a wooden camera...
[QUOTE=walter23;450615]Yes, with a 90mm lens you will need a bag bellows for any real movement. This isn't a bad thing - I consider it a good thing (other cameras may give slightly more movement...
Vinny,
I'll send you a PM.
Kerry Thalmann
Really Big Cameras
Unfortunately (and ironically), the inexpensive Chinese-made Technika style lensboards available on eBay are too think to fit the Chamonix cameras. Like genuine Linhof (and Wista) boards, they also...
I have confirmed with the manufacturer that the 7x17/8x20 and 12x20 contact printing frames will have three springs and a three-piece back (with two hinges). This will permit making two smaller...
Robert,
You've already gotten quite a few responses about the camera, so I'll provide a little info about some of the lenses.
Based on the serial number, the Weitwinkel (Wide Angle) Aplanat was...
I now have pricing information on the Argentum Contact Printing Frames:
24x30cm - $219.00
30x40cm - $249.00
40x50cm - $299.00
Banquet sizes:
24x55cm for 7x17 and 8x20 - $249.00
35x55cm...
Kerick,
Thanks for the input. It looks like the frames will be 2" - 4" bigger in each dimension than the negative size - depending on the format.
I don't want them to get too bag, as it adds...
Soon. Probably in about 2 - 4 weeks in the standard sizes (24x30cm, 30x40cm and 40x50cm). The manufacturer, Argentum, has agreed to make a 25x56cm size for 7x17 and 8x20, and is also interested in...
Vaughn,
The image area of the 30x40cm frame is actually 31x41cm (12.2" x 16.1"). So, it should handle the quarter sheet (11x15) papers nicely.
I also agree that there probably isn't a big need...
Dave,
I'm going to ask the manufacturer to make a contact printing frame for the 7x17 and 8x20 formats. The nominal size would be 24x55cm. The actual image area for these frames is bigger by 1cm...
It does appear there may be a market, no doubt a small one, but a market none-the-less, for contact printing frames in the banquet sizes. Or, at least a frame capable of handling 7x17 and 8x20...
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