hi all..
this is my first LF post.. i shoot 70% DSLR, 20% 35mm film, and 10% MF film, and i dont have any knowledge of large format equipment.
I was wondering if anyone here can help me with the following gear that i was recently able to acquire.
Agfa Ansco 5x7 View Camera ( i think its called universal view from what i found on google). The camera is in really excellent condition, with minor marks on the body, but overall to be good condition. no holes in bellows, all knobs seems to work.
The lens is Hugo Meyer & Gorlitz Primotar 25cm f4.5. the lens also in excellent condition, all speeds sounds accurate, comes with original front leather cap and collaspable hood.
It also comes with its original tripod, case, and extra lens board and 3 film holder.
Here are some questions:
1. i paid $600 for the set.. may i ask if that is a reasonable value.
2. how is the performance of the camera in comparison with other LF cameras
3. how is the performance of the lens, what is the focal length in 35mm
4. I have an extra lens board, so i would like to get another lens, what lens should i get, and how do i find out the exact dim to fit the board? how do i mount the lens to the board? is it just unscrewing/screwing?
5. i suppose there is no polaroid back for this? what film should i try, i would like to do my first shots in wash dc landmarks..
6. is this a field or view camera, it seems like it should fold up, but it sort of doesnt.. ?
any help and or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
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