4x10 how does it work and what do I need

[linhofbiker]

My interest in 4x10 started in 2009 when I bought a Fotoman 4x10 with a cone for 121 SA. Using FP4 in 4x10 in 2012 in New Mexico, I shot 14 images that were developed locally using double 4x5 holders that somehow produced uneven development. About that time I obtained 10 sheets of Provia in 8x10 and a splitter (from Fotoman) but have not used either as finding someone to process E6 4x10 was hard.

My interest moved on. I sold the Fotoman at a camera show. Then I found a Linhof Kardan TL and adapted it for 4x10 by purchasing a back from China. I have not got back into shooting yet but have been consolidating (buy/sell) lenses for 4x10 and 5x7 (for Linhof Bi Kardan). The lenses so far are 121 and 165 SA and Symmar's in 210 240 and various others in the 300 range. I also acquired 1920's Doppel Symmar f/6.3 in 120 240 and 270, these are 80 degree lenses so the 120 won't cover. I had a 14 inch Commercial Ektar but decided to sell it to raise money for my other interest, the building of a Tomcat off-road vehicle based on a 1991 Range Rover. I have visions of taking the 4x10 and 5x7 out into the wilds. Just the dreams of a 77 year old crazy English guy.

[Tin Can]

I rejected 4X10 for 6X17 Roll film

More options

I usually enlarge

[linhofbiker]

I rejected 4X10 for 6X17 Roll film

More options

I usually enlarge

I have given up on 4x5 but am still fond of 120/220. Have an adapter to allow super rollex 6x9 (for Technika 2x3) to be used on the 5x7 Kardan Bi.
A 6x17 adapted to the 5x7 would be nice too.

[Tin Can]

I have a dedicated 6X17, all fits with lens and removable GG in a very sturdy case 6X8X12"

[linhofbiker]

I have a dedicated 6X17, all fits with lens and removable GG in a very sturdy case 6X8X12"

Sounds exactly like my Fotoman. There is a guy in Norway who "prints" in plastic these kind of things, more like a point and shoot approach.

[Tin Can]

Correct, really like it

I bought a 4X5 from the Norwegian, perhaps because I am 2nd gen

It replaces my fragile, but still working fine TravelWide

Sounds exactly like my Fotoman. There is a guy in Norway who "prints" in plastic these kind of things, more like a point and shoot approach.

[linhofbiker]

Correct, really like it

I bought a 4X5 from the Norwegian, perhaps because I am 2nd gen

It replaces my fragile, but still working fine TravelWide

WillTravel rather than TravelWide, what catchy names. Amazing what can be done with a 3D printer!

[Alan Klein]

Incorrect

https://www.chamonixviewcamera.com/cameras/45h1

I have the 45H-1 but it will be a long time, maybe never, before I switch up to a 4x10" back standard. Enough is enough.

[Kiwi7475]

Interesting. I dropped 6x17 for 4x10 because I can contact print and get a nice looking print. 6x17 is a bit small and my enlarger only handles up to 4x5.

It’s also convenient if you shoot 8x10, I cut the film in half as I need it and don’t need to do any special ordering. I can also shoot in color neg or slide. I develop in tray, the SPP-810 or Jobo expert drum depending on volume.

I started with one of those 3D printed but quickly transitioned to a Chamonix 4x10.

It’s a great format!

[linhofbiker]

Interesting. I dropped 6x17 for 4x10 because I can contact print and get a nice looking print. 6x17 is a bit small and my enlarger only handles up to 4x5.

It’s also convenient if you shoot 8x10, I cut the film in half as I need it and don’t need to do any special ordering. I can also shoot in color neg or slide. I develop in tray, the SPP-810 or Jobo expert drum depending on volume.

I started with one of those 3D printed but quickly transitioned to a Chamonix 4x10.

It’s a great format!

Agreed. Right now I am holding a foam board mounted 8x20 2x enlargement (digital) from my New Mexico 2012 visit using the Fotoman with 121 SA. 8x20 is the right size to hold at the distance that allows you to view the scene at the correct perspective (like you are there again).