For ultra-large format...in my case, 14x17... I only have one holder. I could only afford one. Two sheets of XRAY.
For ultra-large format...in my case, 14x17... I only have one holder. I could only afford one. Two sheets of XRAY.
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I simply take more than I think I'll ever need. Usually that turns out to be more than I need, but every once in awhile I use them all.
for a morning or afternoon shoot
4x5 - four
whole plate - three
8x10 - two or three
11x14 - two
If shooting with a pinhole camera, always take more than the above amounts.
I usually take half a dozen holders of whatever format I'm shooting. Of those I often have a couple of different films/speeds to choose from.
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How many loaded holders does one take on a multi-day road trip?
My answer -- all of them (about thirty 8x10, a dozen or so 5x7, and about eight 11x14). I prefer not to change film on the road and keep them in the holders. One reason is so that I know from my notes how to develop the sheets. If I run out out of film in one format, I just use the other cameras.
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I think the first questions are :
- Where will you find 10x12 holders ?
- How much of them can you afford ?
Chamonix is selling 10x12 holders for 500$ each (plus VAT, plus shipping)
I am in the same case as you : I'm restoring an early-1900 10x12 camera and I have a huge roll of film in 24cm width. I would be more than happy to find a 24x30cm holder in good shape at a reasonable price, two would be a dream...
Plan B is to build holders by ourselves... Feasible but hard ! >>> http://colinflanarygraham.com/darkshop/?p=1620
The Winters would have to be colder for me to try such a project but that is some beautiful woodwork!
I only shoot 4x5, usually carry 7 holders in my pack and try to have more close by. Depending on circumstances I may swap a lens for more holders. I hate changing bags, have about 65 film holders and prefer to load 50 sheets at a time.
Edit: Drain Bamage, 65 was before the fire. I counted 42 so I bought another 20, the price was right.
Last edited by Mal Paso; 16-Mar-2024 at 11:00.
20 filmholders arrived today, late model 4x5 Liscos in very good condition for $6.30 ea taxed and delivered. While providing feedback I noticed a stack of 8x10 holders ..... $100 ea. Think I'll quietly tiptoe back to the large format section.
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