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Your site shows all the hallmarks of desired uncluttered simplicity - so refeshing.
Most of your pictures are excellent; I find it difficult to choose a favourite from any of your sections.
Your...

Quite recently I noticed that my 10X8" Sinar P2 is putting on weight, even my new Sch.150XL seems to have got heavier this year; the box of ten slides do not seem to fit into the usual space anymore,...

Hello Steve.

I have a number of Sinar cameras but not the Norma.
None of my Sinars use felt a light traps, as you mention it is the metal channels alone that trap the light on all surfaces.
My...

David & Joseph.
Many thanks for the tips, I'll try them.

Have been trying to log on the APUG site for some time now without success.
I am a long time subscriber to APUG. I am being told that my user name and password are those of another being!
I have...

From this side of the pond. We Brits are still in the navigational mode where the Longitude, or length comes before the Latitude, or width.

Point well made Bruce. Great offer - if only.......

Shailendra.
Sorry for the late reply. The T Max and the RS developer are capable of producing the very best from large format negatives. Introduce the liquids whilst the drum is moving and stay with...

Shailendra.
In my opinion you have more than one cause for your uneven development. I have been using the same equipment for some time and have never had your problem.
Firstly, introduce the...

Keep it simple. Although I have the use of a studio with all the requsite lighting, I have found that around 45deg. daylight, filtered through even cloud, with a large white beaded reflector opposite...

As soon as I can get to the darkroom - which is usually within the hour; even quicker if I use my studio. I use the Jobo CPP2 for all processing to 10X8 for colour trans. and neg. also. B&W. For me...

Well put Matus.

'Never use a higher plane of explanation when a lower will suffice'

It seems we could well be referring to different roll film holders from China.

I have only examined the SH 612 as detailed in my report.

Thanks to those who have contributed to this thread in...

Ed. I can see the point about the second standard; but.

I have found that using two sets of normal length bellows on the SinarP2 no problem.
The extra length of bellows need the extra support of...

Hello Robert.
Yes it does. If you have the deveoper dilution and temperature correct, then I would suspect that your agitation is far too vigourous, be gentle and consistant. Ten Mins. for...

Photographic competitions and calls for art work for payment or otherwise, are to my mind, akin to 'vanity publishing' for authors. Regretably, it has taken me years to arrive at this conclusion -...

Thanks Dave for the useful information. Stan. L-B

The Nikor SW120mm F8 Image Circle 312mm is on my wish list for my 10X8.
I was a little apprehensive that the 312mm Image Circle is a little tight for full movement in a Sinar P2; it seems that the...

I use the Jobo tanks for C.41 process for all sizes to 10X8". Never had such problems as described. I stick to the instructions for the actual process but in addition will always pre soak using the...

Hello William.
What an interesting project!
I can relate sympathetically to your thinking as I too am getting to the end of my voyage of life. However, I have no one to give such a touching send...

I am using the V750M with Silverfast.
Was having the same problem with 5x4 and 10X8 scans. On reading an article in View Camera, I decided to get more memory which seems to have solved the problem....

Hello George.
Congratulations on your first E6 development. You will find the 3010 drum a doddle to use, it is so ecconomical you will not have to worry about keeping the various baths for re-use. ...

It seems that your gear tracks are stripped. It may be possible to get the movement by easing the standard using both hands on the camera. The tracks are of nylon and are prone to get stuck following...

I have been using the Jobo Cpp2 system with lift and the tanks mentioned. I have not experienced any uneven development on film. I use Kodak TMax with T.MaxRS Dev. for 10X8 4x5 and TMax Roll Dev. on...

I plead guilty to starting my photographic trek by using a Helier F4.5 Glass Plate camera given to me by a sympathetic, very elderly neighbour. I later adapted the back to take 3.5X2.5 inch sheet...

By reason of age I have been around quite a while and consequently delveloped an acute bargain sense, one of the few advantages of hanging in there.

I am willing to make a subscription to keep...

The complete answer to revovating the fabric hinges on film slides or any other situation where flexability and light sealing is of essence is: Neoprene Adhesive and the Nylon Tape used in the making...

The complete answer to revovating the fabric hindges on film slides or any other situation where flexability and light sealing is of essence is: Neoprene Adhesive and the Nylon Tape used in the...

Interesting thread, excellent answers.

To my understanding: the new CS3 Adobe offers two versions. The Standard and and Extended version, which includes tools and features that are specialised for those working in architecture....

Hello Inverse.
I have been using the Jobo cpp2 for a few years now and process formats of film from
10X8 6X12 6X9 6x6 4x4 and 35mm. For me, it has proved very cost effective to be able to handle...

Sadly it seems it is the status quo for the so called popular magazines - to print anything that will fill the pages both in copy and otherwise with often no regard to accuracy or quality.
I gave...

I have used 'Teamwork' over the years for repair or service of my Sinars, I have no hesitation whatsoever to recommend them.

Welcome Kevin from London and Dorset UK. Congratulations on your choice if LF gear. The Sinar is the 'bees-knees' for all LF formats to 10X8 as far as I am concerned. Others here will differ, but it...

Hi Greg. My favouite roll film format is 6X9. I use this format regularly in my Super Wide 65mm Fuji cameras, on my Sinar 5X4 and 8X10 with roll film holders. Having these options I feel I am getting...

I have been using the Epson V750 for scanning all film types and sizes to 10X8 and reflective scans.
After reading various articles about the performance of the V750 with Silverfast Ai and the...

I have been using the new Epsom V750 Flat bed scanner for film formats and prints to 10X8 or A4. I have not found any need to alter the focus platform for any scan - as for me the final rersults are...

To all who may be concerned: My SH 612 is now in light proof order. The light trap can be made more efficient by using one half inch wide velvet ribbon at both ends of the case. Secure with...

Hasselblad have two Flextight scanners for film up to 5X4 format and A4 reflective. The X1 and X5, are claimed to be the fastest of the high end scanners - with prices to match.
The X1 is priced at...

When I first moved to LF I found I needed a check list for things to remember but in time I found I got complacent -not bothering quite often to go through the list resulting in a slip now and again....