Shen-Hao HZX/TZ45-IIa/TZX45-IIb - what is the difference?

**Ed Richards** · 12-Jun-2008, 05:33

Badger and the Shen-Hao site list three 4x5 cameras: Shen-Hao HZX/TZ45-IIa/TZX45-IIb

It looks like the IIa is for longer lenses, but I cannot figure out the difference between the IIb and the HZX.

**vinny** · 12-Jun-2008, 07:16

call them and ask for Jeff

**John Voss** · 12-Jun-2008, 07:43

If you look at the info, you'll see that the TZ45 is aluminum and black walnut, the other version is black stainless steel and black walnut. There are also "kit" versions of both that include a lens and case. If you get either one, be sure to also order the ground glass protector. It's been really helpful with mine.

**Marko** · 12-Jun-2008, 07:57

Originally Posted by Ed Richards

Badger and the Shen-Hao site list three 4x5 cameras: Shen-Hao HZX/TZ45-IIa/TZX45-IIb

It looks like the IIa is for longer lenses, but I cannot figure out the difference between the IIb and the HZX.

Comparing the specs on the Badger site (HZX-IIa vs. TZ45-IIb), they seem very similar, but the HZX has a bit more movements and is a tiny bit heavier.