I think the DSLR meter would be preferable to an inexpensive old meter which had bettery problems. In the long run, you may want to get a meter. I would use your DSLR until you have the funds and...
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I think the DSLR meter would be preferable to an inexpensive old meter which had bettery problems. In the long run, you may want to get a meter. I would use your DSLR until you have the funds and...
Reid Tool in Michigan (also online) sells all kinds of knob accessories. They are used in machine tool setups. Just remember to get the right thread size (3?8" x16 threads per inch, also known as...
Good job, Alex! I remember not so long ago when you bought your Graphic View. Keep up the good work. I wish Ohio was closer to Kansas.
Ken
I bought a set of IR bellows from Wisner many years ago. I have never used infrared film, however, these bellows have not come off the camera since first installing them. I work primarily with the...
In my work in the telecommunications industry, I have long preferred analog meters to digital. I have the same preference with light meters. (Soligor II analog and Luna Pro) However, I don't feel...
Matus,
My nephew has recently developed an interest in 4x5 photography. He wanted to get a spot meter. I recommended the Pentax Digital Spot Meter, which he purchased and has put to good use. You...
Matus, if you do not like your present meter, that's ok. However, I believe you are overemphasizing the problems with resetting the ISO. A simple adhesive paper label stuck onto part of the meter...
Matus, you state your present is off by approximately 1.5 stops. Is this consistent throughout the range? If not consistent, you do have a problem. However, if the difference is consistent, all...
I recently had a new fan installed in my bathroom. The fan was silent in the dealer's display. It is much noisier in my house. I think the problem would be lessened by using larger diameter...
Steve,
I really don't think trying to measure light from the groundglass is a practical idea. I think you would be much further ahead to get a Pentax Digital Spot Meter. If you make a zone dial...
Skorzen, if you are looking for a Graphic as a working 4x5 camera, I would suggest the Crown instead of the Speed. The Speed was "the" press camera. The Crown, in my opinion, is a much more user...
I think Richard Ritter is on the right track. However, I recommend using your eye as your primary meter and your present spot meter as the back up. I have not seen the recommended DVD, however, I...