Now I am a happy owner of an Arca Swiss F-Metric 8x10 camera. I've used Sinar, Linhof and Ebony cameras, frankly speaking, this is the most beautiful camera I've ever seen. It's good to see Arca Swiss continue their efforts improving their large format product line, and I believe Arca Swiss might be only one that still focuses on LF metal camera development.
1. The Arca 810 is very light, about 9lbs. I've used Sinar 8x10, its heavy weight is really a pain;
2. With the help of front frame extender, the camera has plenty of front rise;
3. The new rear frame now has 6cm rise, though it's not geared, it's definately better than none;
4. The ground glass back has a hydraulic bail. It's really a joy to insert or remove film holders. To insert the film holder, you just need to pull the bail arm once and the back will be held open. Then pull the arm again, the back will close gently.
5. The new bellows is very soft and flexible. My 65mm lens can focus at infinity without any problem. Com'on, which 65mm lens can cover 8x10?
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