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chachahavana
7-Jun-2008, 06:43
Can anyone advice the size of lens board for the above two 8x10 camera?
I am planning to but either the Toyo or Chamonix, can someone please share their experience on this two cameras ?
Thank you very much !!

Ralph Barker
7-Jun-2008, 10:50
The Toyo 8x10 uses 158mm metal lens boards with rounded corners and a lip that fits into a groove in the standard to form a light seal. Are you considering the 810M field camera, or the 810G monorail?

Herb Cunningham
7-Jun-2008, 10:57
I have the 810G toyo. wonderful in the studio, not portable unless you are the Terminator.

chachahavana
7-Jun-2008, 13:03
Thx Ralph
I am thinking about a view.

Thx Herb
The chamonix is about 2.5kg lighter but I'm a bit worry about heavy lenses.

Ralph Barker
7-Jun-2008, 15:51
I have the 810G monorail, too, and find it quite portable. As long as one makes a separate trip for each component, that is. ;)

clay harmon
7-Jun-2008, 19:43
My new Chamonix whole plate supports a 4 pound Vitax without breathing hard. I am very impressed with this camera.


Thx Ralph
I am thinking about a view.

Thx Herb
The chamonix is about 2.5kg lighter but I'm a bit worry about heavy lenses.

chachahavana
8-Jun-2008, 10:18
Hi clay harmon
Thx for the advice !!