If you can shoot people at f/11 to f/16 you have no worries. Just switch to faster 400 ISO film if need be, since the grain is less of an issue with LF.
In fact, I shoot 4x5 wide open all the time. Challenging to focus but fun results when it works.
If you can shoot people at f/11 to f/16 you have no worries. Just switch to faster 400 ISO film if need be, since the grain is less of an issue with LF.
In fact, I shoot 4x5 wide open all the time. Challenging to focus but fun results when it works.
I used a Calumet 400 for several years. In the studio or on a tripod there is not much it can't do. Remember 4-4x5 sheets =1 roll 35mm film (36x24mmx36mm=36 framesX1X1.5=54sq.in.) Not far off from where 4-4x5s less the blank edges leaves you. That might mean that you should spend as much time composing 4-4x5 shots as a whole roll of 35mm film (or 1-8x10 sheet). LF is much slower, unless you are shooting a press camera with Grafmatics. LF is much more contemplative...
Michael
Well, Inverse should be on his way with a new Linhof and Schneider 135mm here shortly. I'm sure there will be more questions to follow!
Always a pleasure to lend a hand to a fellow photographer.
Well i certainly appreciate everyone's insights and Sheldon's great offer..... Thanks all..
Great chioce! Enjoy.
Michael
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