I did my homework, I read some prior posts first, like this one. But I still have a few questions about the metal vs the wood offerings from Canham.
I saw the 5x7 wood field this weekend when Scott came up from DC. This is the type of field camera I know and love: Folds up into a protective "clamshell" and opens and operates like other "field cameras" of it's type. Man, and that thing weighed nothing!
I've seen photos of the metal one - but never really collapsed. Perhaps it doesn't really collapse? See the attached pic courtesy of Quality Camera.... It looks like the 5x7 metal field "folds" more like a rail camera. Is this the case?
The dilemma is that I want a lightweight 5x7 camera for travel. The metal field is lighter, but if it doesn't collapse into some kind of protected state I'd be worried about it. The fact that a lovely padded case is included seems to support the idea that it won't fold into itself.
If anyone has a pic of it folded (or can describe it well) I'd appreciate it. And if you're considering selling your Canham 5x7 (wood or metal) please send me a PM.
Thanks!
--A
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