Re: Chamonix vs Ritter ULF
Thanks for the post Richard, I was thinking it would be nice if someone that had used one of the Ritter cameras would post their thoughts on operatiing the camera. I did read Michael M's review when it came out in VC.
Re: Chamonix vs Ritter ULF
If you buy Richard's video instruction manual (about $15), you will get a very good feel for his design, its flexibility, and good and bad features.
Re: Chamonix vs Ritter ULF
On the topic of the Chamonix anybody know if a longer bellows [even with trading off the wide end] would be possible?
For example the 8x20 bellows range is 100mm to 690mm. My understanding is the 11x14 will be similar. What's the point? Even if you stick an 8x10 reducing back on the thing 100mm is WIDE.
BTW are things like reducing backs available?
Re: Chamonix vs Ritter ULF
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Nick_3536
On the topic of the Chamonix anybody know if a longer bellows [even with trading off the wide end] would be possible?
For example the 8x20 bellows range is 100mm to 690mm. My understanding is the 11x14 will be similar. What's the point? Even if you stick an 8x10 reducing back on the thing 100mm is WIDE.
BTW are things like reducing backs available?
1. 690mm is the max extension of the camera. if you need longer bellow, looking for an extension accessory, like the one in the FS section a few month ago.
2. reducing back is available, last time I checked they have 810 to 410 reduce back in stock.
Re: Chamonix vs Ritter ULF
But is it possible to order the cameras with longer bellows?
How willing is the factory to come up with reducing backs and holders to match? Would something like a 7x11 or 5.5x14 be possible for the 11x14 camera?
Re: Chamonix vs Ritter ULF
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Originally Posted by
Nick_3536
But is it possible to order the cameras with longer bellows?
How willing is the factory to come up with reducing backs and holders to match? Would something like a 7x11 or 5.5x14 be possible for the 11x14 camera?
that you got to ask hugo.
Re: Chamonix vs Ritter ULF
Nick,
Chamonix can tailor make any camera you want. We have even made a 5x14" for our Jim Galli with a big Kodak 2D front. We are currently making a reversable 20x24 camera with a 60" bellows and an extention rack.
Yes, reducing backs and holders too. We are actually making some 5.5x14 holders for a customer here as we speak.
I am heading out for a lunch and I can discuss theses in details with you in PMs later today.
Thanks.
Hugo
Re: Chamonix vs Ritter ULF
Thanks. sounds interesting.
Re: Chamonix vs Ritter ULF
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Originally Posted by
Nick_3536
But is it possible to order the cameras with longer bellows?
How willing is the factory to come up with reducing backs and holders to match? Would something like a 7x11 or 5.5x14 be possible for the 11x14 camera?
No problem on longer or shorter bellows. This would add up to 5 weeks on the delivery of a camera,50 inches is about the limit.
Want to change to a different size no problem. You can buy a second back and even chance over in the field in less then 5 minutes. A camera and a second back weigh around 22 pounds that is the average weight of most ULF cameras.
A 11 x 14 camera with a 7 x 11 or a 5 .5 x 14 back, just supply the holders and a back can be made. Allow up to 8 weeks.
Richard T Ritter
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