After purchasing a Mamiya MF system in 2002, I found myself with $1250 in cash rebates from Mamiya America. When the Toyo 45CF became available in the 4th qtr, I ordered the following kit:
Toyo 45CF field camera (new from Calumet $500).
Caltar II-N 210 5.6 (used ex+ from KEH $450).
Toyo focusing loupe (new from B&H $30).
40x40 black rayon (new from local fabric store $10).
40" cable release (new from Calumet $20).
Pelican 1550 case (new from Calumet $100).
I already had the following items:
Minolta IVF meter (new approx $200).
Robic stopwatch (new approx $$20).
Bogen 3221W w/ballhead & QR (new approx $200)
I am a LF novice. The 45CF is very easy to set up and operate. All movements (rise/fall/tilt/swing/shift) are on the front standard. It is very lightweight and compact, particularly when matched with the Rodenstock Geronar (or Caltar II-E) lenses.
So far, I have shot mostly landscapes but have also used it indoors with studio strobes to shoot small products in simple tabletop sets.
I plan to add 90mm lens and pan/tilt head when budget allows.
beginning in large format, help needed
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Andrew:
I recently assembled my first LF outfit.
After purchasing a Mamiya MF system in 2002, I found myself with $1250 in cash rebates from Mamiya America. When the Toyo 45CF became available in the 4th qtr, I ordered the following kit:
Toyo 45CF field camera (new from Calumet $500).
Caltar II-N 210 5.6 (used ex+ from KEH $450).
Toyo focusing loupe (new from B&H $30).
40x40 black rayon (new from local fabric store $10).
40" cable release (new from Calumet $20).
Pelican 1550 case (new from Calumet $100).
I already had the following items:
Minolta IVF meter (new approx $200).
Robic stopwatch (new approx $$20).
Bogen 3221W w/ballhead & QR (new approx $200)
I am a LF novice. The 45CF is very easy to set up and operate. All movements (rise/fall/tilt/swing/shift) are on the front standard. It is very lightweight and compact, particularly when matched with the Rodenstock Geronar (or Caltar II-E) lenses.
So far, I have shot mostly landscapes but have also used it indoors with studio strobes to shoot small products in simple tabletop sets.
I plan to add 90mm lens and pan/tilt head when budget allows.
Best regards.
Mark LaCour