Hi folks,
Looking for some general advice on what to choose for my first LF camera/lens. I shoot landscapes, closeups of things like leaves, tree barks (not true macro). I will also shoot the occasional architecture shot. I shoot 35mm typically at 21- 24mm. MF at 40mm. I'm a little confused by the stuff I'm reading and not really sure which lens/camera combo to choose.
I'm looking at a Walker xl with 72mm, or one of the shen hao PTB cameras. I know the Walker has a fixed rear standard and the shen hao has a movable. One is resin, the other is wood.
I would also at some point like to add a MF back or a digital back.
So my questions are...
Are these cameras good for me or should I be looking at something different. Lens combinations etc.
Do I need rear movement and what are the pros and cons of not having this feature on the camera. I like the near-far type of shot so this is important for me.
Is the 72 mm lens (it's a schneider super angalon 5.6 xl) the way to go?
Another question, focusing. I am not sure how all these movements work but this will be part of the learning process for me. I've read a few threads about lines, angles, etc and it kind of confuses me. I just want to know the easiest way to focus the camera. Is there a dummies guide to focussing that I can learn these techniques. I don't want to know deep physics. I just want to know how to focus and take nice pictures.
Really grateful for any advice.
Thanks in advance.
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