noah Posted December 27, 2005 Share Posted December 27, 2005 I am considering the purchase of an Arca-Swiss F-Metric C 10x8 camera, but I am unable to see one since most shops don't have them in stock. I was wondering if someone could tell me the dimensions of the camera in its smallest state. I know it's not a folding camera, by its smallest state I mean the size when both standards are moved as close to each other as possible. If anyone has one and could pull out a ruler and check, I'd be very appreciative. If anyone has any suggestions for what case they use to store and carry the camera, that would be of help too. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doug_dolde Posted December 27, 2005 Share Posted December 27, 2005 Call Jeff at Bagergrapic.com. He sells them and most likely can tell you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doug_dolde Posted December 27, 2005 Share Posted December 27, 2005 Call Jeff at Badgergrapic.com. He sells them and most likely can tell you. Grr I misspelled http://www.badgergraphic.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scott___1 Posted December 28, 2005 Share Posted December 28, 2005 noah, the amazing bellows on my 8x10 arca allow me to get the function carriers close enough so that they are almost touching - both will fit onto one 6" section of rail... now if there was only a 75mm lens that would cover the format! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noah Posted December 28, 2005 Author Share Posted December 28, 2005 Thanks scott, that's what I was looking for. Anyone want to share what kind of bag or case they use for Arca 10x8's? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scott___1 Posted December 28, 2005 Share Posted December 28, 2005 noah, i use a bag designed for laptop computers. i found one made by kingston that is the perfect size for the 8x10 rear and 5 holders. the case has a large 'saddle bag' type opening and is divided into two sections. one section is the perfect size for the camera, the other holds 5 holders in a sony neoprene laptop sleeve quite snugly. very compact with adequate protection. if you shop for laptop cases, most will be designed to give some sort of protection to their contents. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
customer_support Posted December 30, 2005 Share Posted December 30, 2005 Dear Noah The total height of the F metric C 8x10" is: 17.1", max width: 13", "thickness" of both standards without monorail: 5", total length with monorail (50cm collapsible): 10.2" Weight: approx. 9.3 lbs. If you need any further information please feel free to contact us anytime. Best regards, ARCA-SWISS International, Mark, Customer Support Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scott___1 Posted December 30, 2005 Share Posted December 30, 2005 mark, how would you suggest us reaching you? email, phone, etc. please do us the service of providing specifics. thanks! scott Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
customer_support Posted January 2, 2006 Share Posted January 2, 2006 Dear Scott Sorry, didn't check if you can contact us by the link above my message. ARCA-SWISS International, 29 Quartier de l'europe, Espace Valentin, 25048 Besançon, France Ph: ++33 381 85 40 60, Fax: ++33 381 85 40 69 e-mail: arca-swiss@swissonline.ch arca-swiss@wanadoo.fr Best regards ARCA-SWISS International, Mark, Customer Support Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noah Posted February 3, 2006 Author Share Posted February 3, 2006 If anyone is still here--I have another question. The F-Metric 8x10 comes with a 50cm collapsible rail. If I'm not mistaken, that consists of an extension bracket and two sections of monorail. So what I want to know is--how long is the extension bracket and how long is each section of monorail. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wispos Posted March 26, 2006 Share Posted March 26, 2006 Oh gosh. I'm a bit late. I have pictures and a mini-review up on my website. http://www.trinidaddreamscape.net Go for the telescopic rail instead of the collapsible. Cheers! Rory Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wispos Posted March 26, 2006 Share Posted March 26, 2006 Ack. I just realized you already got the camera! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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