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Old July 10th 03, 05:15 AM
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Default Plaubel 8X10

I no sooner expressed an interest in large format photography this very day
and I meet a guy, friend of a friend, who starts talking about his large
format camera he never uses.

It is a Plaubel 8 X 10 camera with a 4X5 back. He described it as having
full tilt and swivel controls. He could not remember the lens details but
said he would probably like to sell it for $500. He said he bought it new
for $1700.

Is this a good camera for some one who is starting in large format
photography?
Is it a good price?
What should I check out before I buy it?
Any tips?


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Old July 13th 03, 09:19 PM
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Having travelled the path of small to medium to large formats myself,
I'd suggest you move to 4x5 rather than jumping to 8x10. If you are
buying an 8x10 to shoot 4x5, consider the anount of extra weight
you'll be carrying. There are many good 4x5's out there to do the
deed, and I'd invest in a modern lens. Also, consider the darkroom
requirements: 8x10 darkrooms are huge investments where as many used
4x5 darkrooms are available for modest price.


Good Luck,
abe

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I no sooner expressed an interest in large format photography this very day
and I meet a guy, friend of a friend, who starts talking about his large
format camera he never uses.

It is a Plaubel 8 X 10 camera with a 4X5 back. He described it as having
full tilt and swivel controls. He could not remember the lens details but
said he would probably like to sell it for $500. He said he bought it new
for $1700.

Is this a good camera for some one who is starting in large format
photography?
Is it a good price?
What should I check out before I buy it?
Any tips?


--
"These are the times that try men's souls." Tom Paine

Marc B.


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