Lightweight 4x5 with good movements?

**Roberto Nania** · 13-Apr-2023, 23:52

Originally Posted by jimi2

Those Nagaokas are SO light. I would love to have a 4x5 that weighs 2.5 lbs, but I ended up deciding to sacrifice some weight for better movements. I just ordered a Chamonix 45f-1 from KEH for $800. I think it’ll do everything I want, but if not, I’ll just send it back. Seemed about the same price as the Tachiharas, and I won’t have to deal with shipping from or to Japan.

Hello Jimi,
You made a good choice with the Chamonix. I own the 45N-2, well built, beautiful and plenty of movements. If I could swap it with another camera I probably would go for the 45H-1 because I like its ever-ready style, now I know that it fits my needs better. Good for you to found your camera on a shop since Chamonix have quite long lead times.

**Alan Klein** · 14-Apr-2023, 08:33

Originally Posted by jimi2

I think you’re right - KEH had a good deal on a 45f1, so I got it way cheaper than the 45f2, and it looks mostly equivalent.

Good luck with your camera. Happy hunting.

**Axelwik** · 14-Apr-2023, 12:35

Intrepid makes a great camera for a fraction of what most of the others cost.

**jimi2** · 15-Apr-2023, 07:16

Originally Posted by Alan Klein

Good luck with your camera. Happy hunting.

Thanks!

**jimi2** · 15-Apr-2023, 07:17

Originally Posted by Axelwik

Intrepid makes a great camera for a fraction of what most of the others cost.

I actually considered one of those - the price can’t be beat. They looked a little flimsy though, but perhaps that impression was mistake .

**Jeembo** · 17-Apr-2023, 02:54

Originally Posted by jimi2

I actually considered one of those - the price can’t be beat. They looked a little flimsy though, but perhaps that impression was mistake .

Those are pretty good and their custom support is really nice, if something happens ofc. But yeah, it's not as sturdy as alternatives obviously.

**Lachlan 717** · 17-Apr-2023, 04:14

I’ve put my 210mm Super Angulon on my Intrepid 8x10”.

Don’t believe the “I suspect” crew - believe the”I did”.

Make sure you’re realistic about your needs. “What ifs” cost money and are, for the average user, based on diminished returns. Most 4x5” users will only use “average” lenses. 75mm to 240mm Plasmats won’t cause the Intrepid to glow, let alone sweat. A 300mm will only give you 20mm draw, so this mightn’t be a suitable option if you’re going long.