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  1. Thanks everyone. Hi Ed. Thanks for the reply. But I was referring to the less common 150 3.5. I know they made a soft focus though. Knowing that I can't unintentionally do double exposures makes me think the RB is preferable. Think the 127 would work really well indoors and the 180 outside. Really appreciate everyone's input.
  2. Hello community. Looking for a little input. I've decided to add one of these RBsd/RZ kits to my 5x4. I'm only interested in using this camera for portrait work, in studio but also location. I will be using a tripod or good mono. I have some experience with the RZ + 110, but not any other combination. I'm taking into consideration my working space in studio and find the 110 to be an odd focal length, (albeit very beautiful) in that too short for anything tighter than half body and too long for full, unless out doors. Which makes me wonder if I'm not better off going with the pro/sd 90mm 3.5 and 127mm 3.5. I will be also throwing in a 180 for tighter framing when not in studio. Originally thought 110/150/180 with rz might be a good set up, but still think the 110 will not give me the right working distance for desired image. Anyway, just a bit of a brain dump. Would love for people to chime in. There's a ton of great images taken with the 110, not as many with the 127 nor the 150 3.5. Also last bit, I will need the motorized film back with the RB, possibly 6x8? Mostly so i don't have to worry about forgetting to advance the film. R
  3. Hello. Can anyone tell me if I can set a nikon F5 to fire 3 or more multiple exposures consecutively via self timer??
  4. Thanks so much everyone, very helpful. I'm still leaning towards 8x10, but maybe start with 5x4 and invest in the nikkor-sw 120mm.
  5. Hi. I’m sure similar question has been posted in the past: trying to decide between 8x10 and 4x5? My question is not which one is better but rather, is there any benefits to buying a 4x5 as a beginner when I know down the line I will still want to go to 8x10. There is a significant price difference, which I find a little strange since it’s just a light resistant box only a little bigger. My other question is, if I was to start with 4x5 as a learning tool, what normal wide lens (115mm-125mm) is available that has a big enough image circle for 8x10? Thanks in advance for any input you folks might have:) R
  6. <p>Curious, why do you prefer the 85 f2 John? I have a 100 2.8 series e that i love.</p>
  7. <p>Okay thanks guys. There doesn't seem to be enough information. Maybe i'll try testing it myself and see how it behaves.</p>
  8. <p>Hello everyone. I just bought this camera. I know it's fully automated, but does anyone know how the camera determines right exposure? For example, will it choose fastest aperature before slowing down shutter or? What is the balance. I know i can make some changes in exposure with iso, but not sure to what affect?</p>
  9. Thanks for the input� Patrick, I should have mentioned the Pentax 645n ( autofocus) and currently I use the Epson v500 and it does ok with 35mm but pretty darn well with 6x6. I was asking because I've been considering the f100 for a while and then came across the Pentax. I'm a street/social documentary shooter and love my mechanical cameras, but I have been doing more portrait and event work as of late and wanted a automated camera that would give me fantastic results. At the price you can get these now, it wouldn't require much effort to save up for both. Love how digital has made these wonderful cameras accessible to all.
  10. Hello everyone. I realize this is not an apples to apples comparison, but all things equal, lighting, subject and conditions, which will produce better results for portraits.
  11. <p>Thanks folks. Think I might give the bolt a try:)</p>
  12. <p>Hi. I want to use a small ring flash on my Nikon Fe2 or Fm3a and 55 micro. What are my options? Advice would be greatly appreciated!</p>
  13. <p>Thanks for all the great input...really appreciate it. So, I decided on a 35mm f2 ais as a compromise and when I get back dive into medium format. Not having much experience, would a 645 Mamiya be a good choice for location portraiture. I am also considering the Bronica. Thanks again for the good advice:-)</p>
  14. <p>Oh, I was thinking it was closer to a 35mm equivalent. And personally, I'm with you. I prefer those characteristics in a lens. I don't care for clinical perfection. Also, do you know what differences there are between the Ai and Ais version?</p>
  15. <p>Hi. Sorry, the subject heading isn't all that clear. I'm taking a road trip and debating about what would be a better choice to bring along? I'm wanting to buy a nikon 35mm 1.4 Ais or a mamiya super 645 with a sekkor 80mm 2.8. I can't afford both. Surprisingly, they go for about the same$$, slightly less for the Mamiya. I'm mostly interested in documentary and environmental portraiture. Which set up will give me more Umff, more punch!? Btw, my main set up will be an Fe2 with 50mm f2 and 100mm f2.8</p>
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