I have advertised on InfoRelation.com some project connetcted with the
subject of our discussion list (you will find that project by choosing
appropriate category and subcategory).
Please let me know about your opinion relating to my project. As I have

A couple of general queries -
1) Does anyone in the group use this camera?
2) What are the absolute sharpest VC lenses for the 6x8 format?
Cheers - B

I've just been given a large old tripod, it's marked 'De Vere Industrial
Stand' and the tilt/pan head has a large plate approx 3" x 6" for attaching
a camera, underneath this is "Gitzo France". The camera fixing bolt is
missing. It looks ideal for using with my Sinar or Toyo, as ...

I look forward hearing comments on my updated website.
New photomaterial has been uploaded and the links are updated. Also new are
charts for depth of field.
http://home.wxs.nl/~pmuller/

Does anybody in this NG know if Polaroid is still making film for the 8x10
format? TIA.
Chuck Richards
St. Louis, MO

I just finished processing film from a recent photo outing and had
a terrifying experience. I use Tmax100 readyloads as my film of choice
and while I was removing the fourth sheet of film I noticed a light
flash from the film as I removed it from the paper sleeve. When I remove

Hi, my name is Mark Baylin. I am contemplating the 12x20 format
and am wondering if anyone out there can reccomend a lens that
will cover. The camera will be a Korona 12x20 and it has a 24
inch bellows. I intend to photograph subjects up to 15-20 feet,

I've never really understood the following -- maybe someone can
enlighten me:
1. What's the difference between "flat field" and curved field?"  I
know that enlarger lenses and process lenses have "flat fields" -- but

I am trying to mount my 4x5 MPP Micro-Technical camera on a 3-axis Manfrotto
151 head - firmly.
The camera is fitted with a 3/8in bush, and the tripod head with a 1/4in
male thread.  I've tried fitting a 3/8in to 1/4in adapter to the camera's

I need a manual for a Linhof Master Technika--Where to get it?
Tes, I would love to get a manual for my Master Technika but where can I get
one? Fantastic Camera  but I sure wish I had that manual!!
Bob Salomon????? Help!

Hello again,
I am still planning on putting together a LF system, and have decided on the
Shen-Hao at BadgerGraphic for the camera.  The lenses are more difficult to
decide on.  I enjoy wide angles, but with the Shen-Hao, anything wider than

Hello again,
Once again I'm calling for info on any large format groups or clubs anywhere
in the world.  If you know of any groups or clubs that would like to be
listed on the large format photography site

Anyone know the front filter thread size on a factory shutter mounted Goerz
Red Dot artar?

I have a few LF shutters I need tuned up and would rather avoid
shipping them away somewhere.  I'm in the Seattle, WA area but haven't
had a shutter worked on for about five years and my former source of
such repairs has dried up and gone away.

Anyone out there know anything about these cameras?  The seem to pop up on
eBay.de occasionally...
Here's a link to a current auction (not mine, I'm not plugging the auction,
the link is for the reference only)