Hello,
This appears to be a very solidly made 4x5 monorail, with geared movements and rigid framing. I've been using a Graflex press camera for the last 2 years - with very good results actually. However, I'm looking for greater flexibility for architectural exterior photography.
Are any of you using it outdoors for this purpose? Do you find that a recessed lensboard is sufficient or is a bag-bellows required for 90-65mm lenses?
It appears to be a heavy-weight, one of those where you drive - not hike/trek - to your location and then set-up your outfit. Am I right?
By the way, HOW MUCH DOES THIS WEIGH?
Again, illumination you can provide would be appreciated.
Thanks, Hailu Shack
ps: Are geared movements simply a luxury, as I suspect, or are they really required for some types of composition? (the alternative that I might consider (of the non-Graflexs) is the
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