Hi everybody
I am a 4x5 photographer and someone is making me an offer for 2nd hand TOYO field 8x10 + 3 film holders and a 240mm APO Sironar lens for a price below 900$. Everything in very good used shape. I don't know anything abt this camera and would like your ideas/opinion/advice about that. Is this a good/fair price? Should I go for it? is this a good set and opportunity to start with 8x10? or should i wait?
Thanks a lot.
Brgds
Yann
I am not familiar with the Toyo 8X10 but for that price if it is in good condition it is a great deal.
The lens is a 5X7 lens. It will cover 8X10 but not by a lot and you will only have minimal movements. The S version of the lens is super sharp and new sells for almost $2,000. The N version is also a great lens, just not quite as much coverage and sharp as the S.
It sounds like a great deal if all is in good condition and it will get you going on 8X10.
If it is the 810MII I would not hesitate to get it at that price. Its five thousand dollars new.
I think a fair price for a Toyo 8x10M is at least $1400. I have one sitting around and that is what I would take. There is an older model (mine) and I think a newer model with all black knobs. I don't think they have any significant operational differences.
If the goods are as advertised, that is a steal. Used 8x10 film holders in good shape are $35-50. That lens should be at least $300. That makes the camera ~$450. Can't beat that. The Toyo 8x10 field is a beast, solid as a rock, very well made. Just my opinions. I think the price might be too good to be true. Are you sure it is not a Toyo monorail view camera which is much more common and more in line with the price?
this is so good that if you don't want it, let me know who's selling it and I'll buy it
me too!
Yea, actually, let me know too...
I would not want it if it is the Toyo monorail version. Better options IMHO.
No guys, sorry, after viewing it, not even thinking about buying this wreck...
Brgds
Yann
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