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    not the usual Mamiya 6 versus Mamiya 7 question

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    If your source of information is Ken Rockwell, then I would have to say I agree with Ken. His reviews are unbiased, and 'make sense'. I prefer a larger 6x7/6x9-ish neg myself, but if I were to buy a Mamiya 6 or 7, I would chose the Mamiya 6. Primarily for the compactness obtained with the retractable lenses. If Hassy owners have always cropped without complaint because of their sharp lenses; and their lenses are Not as sharp as the optics on the Mamiya 6, then I would suggest you have nothing to worry about. Get a 6. Its familiar, compact, and unbeatable for optics. FWIW I primarily tripod shoot a 6x9 Super Technika and 8x0 viewcamera, and a couple old Nikons.

    Newer cheaper Toyo 8x10 ??

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    As many of you know Toyo just launched their new 45CF 4x5 field

    camera.<br>

    I've wanted a Toyo 810M/MII for some time, but have shied away because of

    the price.<br>

    I think that with the new materials Toyo can probably produce an

    810CF, which

    would be lighter and less expensive than the current 8x10MII.<br>

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    I'm very interested in Toyo producing an 8x10CF, and would snatch one up

    if the weight and cost issues were reduced.<br>

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    Would anyone else like to see them make such a camera?<br>

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    David<br>

    NOTE: please reply to my e-mail address after taking out the SPAM

    reference.<br>

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    The following is the advertising blurb regarding the 45 CF.<br>

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    "The Toyo-Field 45CF is an impressive mix of large format capabilities and

    affordability combined in an ultra- lightweight housing. Toyo, the leader

    in field and rail large format cameras, designed the new 45CF field camera

    based on classic design elements from proven workhorse cameras, such

    as the

    legendary Speed/Crown Graphic and Toyo 45AII and AX series. When every

    ounce

    counts, the 45CF is the perfect choice for on-location 4x5 shooting.

    Utilizing

    lightweight Polycarbonate/carbon-fiber material, the 45CF is up to 40%

    lighter

    than equivalent metal field cameras without compromise in stability.

    Compact

    and portable, it can easily be stored in a backpack or camera bag, yet

    it's

    tough enough to handle the challenges of field or studio work. The

    economically

    priced 45CF is the ideal choice for beginners looking for the image

    quality

    and control of large format. It's also an attractive solution for the

    professional

    on-the-go, who needs reliable results with the benefits of a lightweight,

    compact system"

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    305mm Kodak Portrait Lens in No. 5 shutter

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    If you have a long enough bellows the resulting images should be fine, but you'll need to consider the very shallow depth of field and possibly flare. A 135mm lens is closest to a standard 4x5 lens (when comparing with a 50mm on a Nikon), so a 305mm lens would give you a similar feeling to a 105 to 120mm on a Nikon (or Canon, Minolta, etc.)

    Try lighting with 1 light and 1 reflector to start.

    David

    Front movements added to Korona?

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    Has anyone ever heard of front movements being added to an 8x`0, or 11x14 Korona.

    I have an 11x14 Korona with front rise as the only front movement. I prefer it to my B+J 8x10 which is much less stable.

    I was just wondering if anyone had ever had something like that done.

    Thanks

    David

    Backpacking 11x14

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    Anyone out there have a good way to carry an 11x14 in the field? I have a Korona 11x14 with 600mm Tessar and a couple holders, and want to get further than 100 yards/metres from the car.

    Thanks. David

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