Is 4x5 big enough?

[Richard Wasserman]

Maybe a new life form to be discovered—check under you bed...

Wait a minute....I am still losing socks and can never find a hanger!

[Alan Gales]

Maybe a new life form to be discovered—check under you bed...

The new life forms are called wives.

They wear your socks and hoard the hangers.

[Kirk Gittings]

The new life forms are called wives.

[Ari]

"Less is more."

-Robert Browning



"More is more."

-Dolly Parton

[Alan Gales]

"Less is more."

-Robert Browning



"More is more."

-Dolly Parton

I can't argue with Dolly!

[Rayt]

I can't argue with Dolly!

Fill my cup Lord, I lift it up, Lord!
Come and quench this thirsting of my soul;
Bread of heaven, Feed me till I want no more--
Fill my cup, fill it up and make me whole!

[Josh]

Thank you all. I read all your comments a long time ago and just came back to read through them all again. I've shot a lot more, both film and digital, and I've realised how much I value portability. The idea of a camera that can fit in a rucksack and could be taken around with me as much as possible is a huge plus. I'm not ruling out 8x10, but I think 5x4 is they way to go now - I still haven't bought an LF camera yet.

I'm currently looking for a good deal on a press camera. Maybe a speed graphic.

I doubt many of you will see this, but if you do, I want you to know I'm very greatful of your helpful hints, tips, and advice, and I'm extremly happy to be welcomed into such a positive community.

[Leigh]

Hi Josh,

I agree with others that 4x5 is the place to start.

There is so much to learn in the LF world that you're going to take lots of photos.
LF is nothing like any other format you've used, regardless of size.

The 4x5 option is much less expensive, and many more options exist (film, lenses, enlargers).
You can always use what you learn in larger formats (5x7, 8x10) if you decide that's what you want.

I shoot all three. They're different. Each has its own sweet spot.

- Leigh

[Alan Gales]

Hi Josh,

I agree with others that 4x5 is the place to start.

There is so much to learn in the LF world that you're going to take lots of photos.
LF is nothing like any other format you've used, regardless of size.

The 4x5 option is much less expensive, and many more options exist (film, lenses, enlargers).
You can always use what you learn in larger formats (5x7, 8x10) if you decide that's what you want.

I shoot all three. They're different. Each has its own sweet spot.

- Leigh

Hi Leigh!

It can be like buying a boat and getting twofootitus. You start with 4x5 and keep wanting bigger.

[Leigh]

It can be like buying a boat and getting twofootitus. You start with 4x5 and keep wanting bigger.

Absolutely true.

Fortunately, there are practical limits on cameras, unlike boats.

- Leigh