My research into the lens indiacted that the image circle is offically 442mm, though I would suggest it is larger, stopped down to f/32 or f/45. I used this lens for three years on a Zone VI...
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My research into the lens indiacted that the image circle is offically 442mm, though I would suggest it is larger, stopped down to f/32 or f/45. I used this lens for three years on a Zone VI...
My experiance covers much of the range that people above have said, but I will share it, in case there is a nugget of value in my own comments.
When I went to 8x10, I bought a coated Wollensak...
I fill the tank with water, and with gloved hands (cheap surgical gloves), I roll the top part of the film away from the tube edge, and slide it up. Never scratched one out of 1200+ sheets.
Hi Mark, where are you from, if not PEI? I didn't know of any LF users on the Island! If you are ever over in Moncton, let me know and perhaps we can grab a coffee or something!
Anyway, I would...
From my experiance with the kinds of cameras that the quote is refering to (compact digital cameras), I would agree. Most lenses on current 5-7 mega-pixel compact cameras do not resolve enough to...
To answer Clayton's question about enlarging images made with the f/9.5 lens, I have taken several 8x10 negatives produced with that lens up to 16x20 (ok, so it is only a 2x enlargement, but it still...
I log on and prowl several times a day...
Hi Rob,
Where in NB are you? Large format photographers in the maritimes are few and far between (except in Halifax, where they teach it at NSCAD) .
I would second the vote for the 75mm lens -...
The stamp on my fibre print reads:
Image #
Image Date
Print #
Print Date
My experiance mirrors Richard's - I carry my 8x10 in a Super Trekker, and have 6 film holders in the daypack...I carry the other 4 in a separate backpack. The Super Trekker is a fabulous bag, built...
I have a Microtek ScanMaker 8700, and it will scan 8"x10" with the rebate without any issues. I frequently scan both 4x5 and 8x10 in this way, and the only issue is sometimes the exposure changes...
I've used a friend's Powerlook 3000 numerous times, and would certainly recomend it. I have scanned everything from 35mm to 8"x10" on it, and while it was a little tricky avoiding newton rings with...
The camera might be only mounted on the single clamp, on the rail, but I can attest it is steady as a rock - I could rack mine out to 32" and it would just not move...beautiful geared movements as...
I used a Toyo 810G for three years in the field, and it is doable, if you have a surdy physic and dedication. I took one of the short rails and had it cut even shorter, so it was long enough just for...
I bought many of my 4x5 pieces from them (including my Wista and Wisner, both used and in perfect shape), and would highly recomend them. A good bunch, and very good gear, if my 6-8 transactions are...
I've used expert drums for both 4x5 and 8x10 since 2000, and would never go back. The quality and consistancy of development is second to none. As to development times, I have used times from 7-14...
I have a Microtek Scanmaker 8700 which uses the same approach to scanning - holders for smaller formats, and a glass tray for 8x10. I have been nothing but pleased with this scanner, and never...
I bought a Zone VI Ultralight from Calumet in December, and have but 400 sheets through it since then. I purchased it to replace a Toyo 810G (a monorail camera) and have been very pleased with it...
1) Who are you?
Eric Boutilier-Brown
2) Where do you live?
Moncton, New Brunswick, on the east coast of Canada. And on the internet at www.evolvingbeauty.com
3) What do you shoot?
The easiest way to address bellows extension factors is with two small pieces of card or plastic. I use plastic as it is more durable, with the card-contents printed out from my computer and taped to...
Edward, do you have a darkroom, or access to one? If not, you best bet might be to take a basic dakroom couse at the Art College; they would be more than happy to help you with your 4x5 work, though...
Edward, I had thought of presenting a large format workshop through Carsand-Mosher (where I already give a series of weekend workshops), but given that one is already being given in NB, I wouldn't...
I have not never James, but we have several mutual acquaintances, and they speak very highly of him and his work. His 8x10 portrait work was the subject of a cable TV photographic show episode about...
I have used a Toyo 810G in the field (with a backpack) since 2001, and it is a joy to work with - as you say, the movements being geared is very slik, and the stability is stunning. The pack I carry...
I know Michael, and many people who have taken his Miksang course (including my wife). He is a very good instructor, and has very good results, taking non-photographers through a basic course of...
I photographs the Nude, and 19th Century Architecture; both suit the high degree to detail the large negs give me, and both take great advantage of the movements and controls LF provides....
For my 8x10's, I made a vertical washer. I use a Jobo drum for procesing, but after the fix, I carefully remove the film, and put it in 8x10 hangers - these are washed, hypocleared, and washed...
The negs are fine in contrast - in fact, a good indication of how low the contrast is is that two of the negs that printed very well were that were too contrasty to contact print properly with a...
An interesting question Kevin, about the filters. The finters were indeed an older set - I just got a new set this week, and when cutting them down to fit the holder, I noticed they were a...
I just finished building my 8x10 enlarger (based on a Beseler chasis) and while it works well, I am a little frustrated with the contrast I am getting from the cold head. I have an Aristo 1212 head...
I would agree this is a valuable skill, and one that will come in useful inevitably; I can think of three or more sessions where my meter batteries died, and I had no replacements; in these...
I have owned both a 65mm and a 75mm lens, and can say there is a significant difference between the two; I mainly used the 65mm lens with a 6x12 roll-film back, but even with 4x5, it provides a ...
I have owned both a Rodenstock 155mm f/8 and the Schneider CL (which I currently own), and would strongly recommend the Schneider; from my experience, it actually has MORE coverage then the...
My 4x5 negs are individually sleeved in mylar sleeving, in paper sleeving. This permits me to individually label negs, and only pull the negs I need. Thes are stored in metal drawers (that seem to...
The groud-glass corners are cut so you can prevent vignetting. The procedure is to compose the image and execute your movements. Then, peer through the corners (usually the bottom two only, as most...
I use the Jobo 3005 drum with a Beseler base, and it works wonderfully. Can't recoment it enough. I have used it with Xtol with no problem, though I have now shifted to Rondinal.
Hi Dominique; for colour trannies, I have nothing better then Astia (sigh) for beautiful skintones etc. I used it at EI 80, prefering the luninous highlights that this gives. Where I used to work...
Just for general interest, just reviewed the new Fuji Canada price sheets, and A LL formats of Astia (RAP) have been dropped from the Canadian market; not sure i f this is a Fuji Canada marketing...
I use large format camera for the influence they have on the image- making process, as much as for the technical advantages. The precision and skill a large format camera demands focuses you (sorry ...
I too wash my film out of the drums - once the fix is done, I take them out and rince them, followed by hypoclear, and then wash in my 8x10 film washer. Better safe then sorry I would say.