Some time ago I wrote that I would report on using a laser rangefinder.
I use a few different *viewfinder cameras and I have estimated distances with modest success using measures of knotted string. Good, slow, not perfect.
I got a Bosch GLR225 laser rangefinder, and by gosh it actually works very well from a ridiculous 2 inches to 239 feet. 239 feet is good for me - close enough to still benefit from accurate measuring and knowing DOF metrics.
Just a couple highlights: it has four different measuring points on the body for reference - front, back, extension for corners and at the tripod mount. I used it a 1PM on an overcast day and it read perfectly well. The instructions warn of very bright sunlight for which there is an optional target available. I did not get it. And there are the usual good warnings to not point the laser at eyes.
* 4x5 super-wide, Horseman 6x12, Plaubel Veriwide, Brooks Veriwide
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