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I’m starting to think that was the problem. These are the first test shots with a new camera. Maybe I need to make sure if I’m using it right next time.

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I'm hoping someone here can identify the source of some light leaks I've recently had using a tested film holder.

As you can see in the pictures below, the leak has the same pattern on...

Thank you for the article, I will take a look at it.
My Minolta Autometer IV already has the functionality of giving me the difference between two different readings – shadows and highlights in...

I didn't know that Tri-X sheet film has a different emulsion than its roll film version! I will try HP5 Plus, I'm glad it's cheaper than Tri-X.

The tailoring of development is something I'm not...

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I've just started with large format photography and I have some questions regarding my metering technique.

I normally use a Mamiya 7 with Tri-X rated at 200. When I'm...

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I'm looking for a tripod for my Wista 45VX + Manfrotto 405 head, totaling 4kg (8.8lb) of load.
I have the opportunity to buy a used Gitzo G1257 for 200eur, but I'm also looking into the...

So yesterday I found the solution: I loosened the screws (marked on the picture below) on both knobs and now the focusing is very smooth.
I think it's the same for all metal Wistas.

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I don't think the left-side knob on this model is a focus lock. In this case, you lock the focus with the little "tab" that is close to the right knob. I have the manual, but I'm afraid it doesn't...

I've received a Wista 45VX today and I'm really pleased with it. It seems really well built.

But I'm having some problems using it:

1) The focusing on my camera is very stiff. I can barely...

Do you know if Wista made one of those? I'm wondering if I can use a Toyo or Linhof back accessory with my Wista.

Is it handmade?

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I was watching this video about the german photographers Ute and Werner Mahler, and I would love to know what kind of focusing accessory they're using on their Linhof.

Here are...

I've found a solution: I used a driver called Quadtone Rip instead of the Epson one and now everything's looking neutral. It seems to use less color inks than the advanced black and white driver.

Should I run a cleaning even if the nozzle check looks OK?

I tried to apply a little bit of magenta in the color wheel but I really don't want to mess with it. Do you think it's necessary to get a nice neutral b&w print?

The problem is if I change to "Photoshop manages colors" I can't use the Advanced Black and White mode.



Isn't the Light Magenta just between the Cyan and Yellow on the nozzle test ?


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I just bought an Epson 3800 and I spent the last week doing some tests using the Canson Rag Photographique paper.

I only work with b&w images so I'm using the ABW mode within Photoshop on...

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I'm looking for a good printing company here in Europe to print the pages of a book (25 copies, 650 pages in total). I'll be doing the binding by myself. Preferably offset printing,...

Everything is more expensive in Paris. :)
Thanks for these infos. I did look at KEH, but I really hope to buy a camere here in Europe.

Thanks for the insight, Dave!
Let me know if you decide to sell your Toyo!

Do you think it's expensive even with the lens and accessories?

Thanks! I saw that ad.
I'll check the Toyo kit next week (the guy selling it live here in Paris). If the kit is all good I'll probably get it since I'll save some money.

Thank you all for the very insightful comments.
It's kind of a relief that I can't go wrong with either camera.

I'll tell you all the final decision once I made it.

This is my first post here so... hello there!
I'm a brazilian photographer but I'm living in Paris nowadays. Now, let's talk about what matters.

My style is documentary photography and while...