I am looking for a LF camera for landscape and portrait.The range of lens used will be between 75 and 300.When I am shooting with the 300 on a portrait ,I would like to be able to get to around 6feet.
My budget will be around $600 for the camera.Since extremely movement and long bellows draw is not necessary(though not undesirable),ease of use and precision of control would be my main concern.
The cameras I have considered are: Linhof color,toyo cx(I still don't know how heavy they are,super graphic(has no back movement),calumet 45N (weigh 9 lb),calumet cadet(opinion on it is the back is not very sturdy).
Since i have not used any LF camera before,i would appreciate some comment and input from those who have.(My understanding on the Linhof color is that it weighs around 6lb,is that correct ?)
I know the best way is to see it myself,but based on where I live,it is not an option.I have not seen a Linhof in person,only saw them in used equipment sales on the net.And so does the toyo and the calumets.
thanks in advance.
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