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gdi
5-Jun-2009, 17:38
I found an old thread about using 5x film in a 500 back with some not extremely clear instructions on partially pulling out the dark slide.

Is there an online reference with more explicit info anyone could recommend? Also, do I have to modify the metal strip on the film for it to work?

Thanks!

Bill_1856
5-Jun-2009, 17:44
The model #500 works better for me than the #545.
No modification of the film is required. The only "catch" is that you have to be careful how far you pull the sleeve out when making the picture (the 545 has an automatic stop which is lacking in the 500).

gdi
5-Jun-2009, 17:54
The model #500 works better for me than the #545.
No modification of the film is required. The only "catch" is that you have to be careful how far you pull the sleeve out when making the picture (the 545 has an automatic stop which is lacking in the 500).

Thanks for the fast response Bill, is there an easy way to judge how far to pull the sleeve out?