I've recently started using a Nikkor 1200 TED (bellows extension at infinity cir ca 750 mm) with my 8 X 10 field. Not surprisingly, I'm noticing stability probl ems, especially if there is much/any wind about, and for closer subjects (read 1 full meter of bellows extension, max for my camera). Various suggestions have been offered on this forum for this problem, most pretty cumbersome (carry an um brella, carry an extra tripod, carry an umbrella AND an extra tripod, etc). Any elegant solutions for this problem, beyond the obvious "wait for a totally, tot ally windless day"? Anybody tried using some sort of strap or tension device be tween front and rear standard to increase rigidity? The camera in question, by the way, is a very well-made modern field.
Thanks in advance for your thoughts.
Nathan
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