Kerry L. Thalmann
1-Jan-2005, 22:38
Hi,
I have assembled a 4x10 camera from various bits and pieces, including the back and bellows from a 4x10 Lotus. As most 4x10 shooters know, there are two different sizes of 4x10 film holders. As I snatch up 4x10 holders whenever I find them, I now have several of both types in my possession. In order to use the smaller Wisner-size holders with my camera, I would like to adapt the back from a 4x10 Wisner to fit my Lotus rear standard. So, if anyone has a 4x10 Wisner, could you please provide the outside and inside dimensions of the back? Note: I am NOT referring to the opening in the back where the film holders insert or the ground glass frame. I am looking for the over all size of the back.
For comparison, the dimensions of my Lotus 4x10 back are:
Outside - 12" x 7 13/16"
Inside - 11 5/8" x 7 7/16"
I am hoping the 4x10 Wisner back will be about the same size, or perhaps a bit larger. If so, it should be fairly easy to cut it down to size for a proper fit.
Thanks,
Kerry
I have assembled a 4x10 camera from various bits and pieces, including the back and bellows from a 4x10 Lotus. As most 4x10 shooters know, there are two different sizes of 4x10 film holders. As I snatch up 4x10 holders whenever I find them, I now have several of both types in my possession. In order to use the smaller Wisner-size holders with my camera, I would like to adapt the back from a 4x10 Wisner to fit my Lotus rear standard. So, if anyone has a 4x10 Wisner, could you please provide the outside and inside dimensions of the back? Note: I am NOT referring to the opening in the back where the film holders insert or the ground glass frame. I am looking for the over all size of the back.
For comparison, the dimensions of my Lotus 4x10 back are:
Outside - 12" x 7 13/16"
Inside - 11 5/8" x 7 7/16"
I am hoping the 4x10 Wisner back will be about the same size, or perhaps a bit larger. If so, it should be fairly easy to cut it down to size for a proper fit.
Thanks,
Kerry