Hi, I am a fairly new member here and have used a 4x5 a few time over the past couple of years. I would now like to venture into an 8x10 field camera.

There are a few nice options available currently that I have found.

1. Wista in like new condition - like the condition and look of this camera, it seems to be a pretty solid bet
2. Deardorff V8m - in moderately used condition, from 1968 but still looks pretty good
3. Gundlach Korona C1 - this is the full kit with the Gundlach triple convertible lens, looks to be mint condition too but seller is asking $1,800 which seems maybe a little steep to me given it’s age.

Would appreciate any thoughts / comments to help this first 8x10 buying decision. Budget is around $3k for camera, a lens, & couple of holders.

Thanks,
Dave