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<p>The V-system is alive and well. When did B&H (as good as they are) become the official spokesperson for Hasselblad?<br>

Look on the Hasselblad USA web store that they just launched. The V-system is just fine. The 80mm is only available as part of a kit.<br>

<a href="http://www.hasselbladusastore.com/categories/Lenses/V-System-Lenses/">http://www.hasselbladusastore.com/categories/Lenses/V-System-Lenses/</a></p>

<p>Ahh, okay. When you said "Genuine" I thought you meant Sony/Minolta-made t/s lenses.</p>

<p>I'd be interested in this too as I can't find anything on dyxum.com about Sony T/S lenses. 35 or 85 mm would be great, but I'd also love to know the range of what's available.</p>

<p>I'd also seriously consider a Mamiya 6. It's not a folder, but the lens collapses into the compact body, making for a very small package (along with stunningly good lenses)</p>

<p>One tip: Clyde Butcher, who many call the modern Ansel Adams for his stunning LF landscape work, says to always scan your B&W negs as positives, then flip them in Photoshop. He says that the range is much better doing it that way.</p>

<p>From what I've heard, the original charger works...but you have to take out the battery after one hour and re-insert it each hour to get a full 3 hour charge on the new batteries - is that true Floyd? (due to a timer in the charger)</p>

<p>Gitzo 1550t - strong, light and very compact. Expensive yes, but perfect for what you want it for. <a href="http://amzn.to/coCggr">http://amzn.to/coCggr</a> </p>

<p>Patrick, the little window is on the lens itself. Instead, you can see the aperture in the viewfinder.</p>

<p>Here's the info on the HFT:</p>

<p><em>Anti-reflection coating</em></p>

<p>All lenses feature Rollei's special HFT coating (High-Fidelity Transfer) for suppressing reflections and producing optimum color brillance. The coating consists of special ultra-thin films evaporated on the lens surfaces. The result is a noticeable reduction in the amount of light reflected from the lens elements and thus less contrast-degrading flare. In addition, light transmission is increased, allowing full use of lens speed.</p>

<p><em>PQ and PQS lenses</em><br>

PQ and PQS lenses use Rollei's pioneering Direct-Drive Technology. Both the diaphragm blades and the shutter blades of the lens are driven with the utmost precision in 1/3 increments by two linear motors, controlled by the camera's microprocessor. The leaf shutters are hand-stamped, ultra-thin carbon fiber produced for the aerospace industry. They are extremely thin and the smooth frictionless blades work on an air cushion. Then gold-plated contacts ensure smooth and wear-free transmission of control pulses and power supply. PQS lenses have a top speed of 1/1000s - the highest on the market of medium format cameras - while PQ lenses reach 1/500s. Flash synchronization is possible at all speeds.</p>

<p>That text is from pascal's Rolleiflex pages. While it mostly concentrates on the 6008AF and Hy6, there's lots of good info there. (note that the EL lenses are missing though). Check it out here: <a href="http://www.rolleiflexpages.com/">http://www.rolleiflexpages.com/</a></p>

<p>The PQ and PQS lenses also allow open aperture metering.</p>

<p>I checked with the Rollei literature and here's what I found regarding EL lenses:. 1) They're optically identical to their more expensive counterparts. 2) They take regular 67mm filters instead of the more expensive bayonet mount (yay!). 3) They don't have the little aperture window on them. 4) They have a top speed of 1/500th instead of 1/1000th like the PQS lenses. That's it.</p>

<p>Patrick - which functions aren't available with the EL lenses? I haven't read anything about that.</p>

<p>No need to send to Germany:</p>

 

Onick Voskinarian,

Rollei & Hensel Service

1275 Bloomfield Ave. Building #8 Unit #68 Fairfield, NJ 07004

<strong>Business: </strong>+1 (973) 244-9662

<strong>Business Fax:</strong> +1 (973) 244-9817

Have a completely equipped worshop, and both used to work for Rollei USA and have decades of experience. They are not going anywhere any time soon.

 

<p>I'd also highly recommend Ian Whitehead's workshops that go there. Ian's a wonderful photographer and teacher, his photos are in galleries in Sedona. He teaches everything from Large Format (which he uses extensively) to digital.<br>

Plus you won't be dealing with a middle-man, he handles all his inquiries personally.<br>

Just do a google or bing search for ian whitehead photography</p>

<p>My personal experience: I had convinced myself that I wanted a Hasselblad 503CX (Same WLF as the 500), but once I rented one to try I changed my mind.</p>

<p>I wear glasses too and had a heck of a time trying to focus it with the WLF, even with the magnifier. I didn't get a specially cut diopter or anything, but the standard system was very rough for me.</p>

<p>Loading the film backs was MUCH more cumbersome than I expected too. It's like a 10 step process, so they want you to buy lots of backs and load them in the studio.</p>

<p>Since tons of pros do this without a problem, I'm sure it's just me, but it was very finicky compared to, say, the Contax 645 inserts.</p>

<p>I'm sure the next post after mine will be "Oh my god, how could you say such things since I didn't find it hard at all". Well, all I can say is what I experienced and we all experience things differently.</p>

<p>I'd encourage you to rent each system if possible and try them to see if they fit you.<br>

Mark</p>

<p>Hi Adrian,<br>

I'm a travel and fine art photographer based in Seattle. I'd be happy to be of any assistance. You can contact me at olwick at hotmail.com<br>

Mark Olwick</p>

<p>I'd strongly suggest getting a copy of David duChemin's new book <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0321670205?ie=UTF8&tag=22050e-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=0321670205">Visionmongers</a>. It talks about doing just that. He's a fantastic photographer doing work with NGO's, as you mentioned.</p>

<p>Wonderful Micah, truly wonderful. I'm still going through all the PDF's on the site as well, hoping to learn for my adventures.<br>

You visited so many very remote places, I have to ask: How did you handle things like recharging camera batteries, image backup, etc?<br>

Thanks,<br>

Mark Olwick</p>

<p>Hi,<br>

I know this is slightly off topic, but I know there are photogs from Montreal here, plus this is such a great community, so I thought I'd ask.<br>

I'm currently in Montreal and need to find a professional place for framing a large print (38x50). I want something a step above the normal store staffed with inexperienced retail clerks as I need some advice on mattes, frame color, etc.<br>

Any suggestions would be appreciated.<br>

Thanks,<br>

Mark</p>

<p>Just go to the Sony site <a href="http://www.kb.sony.com/selfservice/microsites/search.do?cmd=displayKC&docType=kc&externalId=http--esupportsonycom-perl-swu-downloadplupdid3757templateid1regionid1SMBYESKSMFlag7370&sliceId=&docTypeID=DT_SOFTWARE_DRIVERS_1_1&dialogID=138087525&stateId=0 0 138099702">here</a> and follow the step-by-step instructions.<br>

Note: Be sure to use a BLANK memory card or you'll have problems. It's definitely a worthwhile update.</p>

<p>You camera guys was obviously a Nikon dealer, not Sony. Sony offers very professional equipment and stunning Zeiss lenses for pro's, so don't let them sway you at all. If you're happy with your images, that's all that counts. And when you're ready to upgrade, there's a clear path of Sony cameras to do so - all the way up to the professional A900</p>

<p>Go here: http://photonotes.org/lookup/<br>

You can compare just about any two Canon bodies against each other.</p>

<p>By the way, those Sandisk Ultra II and Lexar 133x cards will feel dog slow on the 5DM2. You really need a UDMA card. I'd recommend the Lexar 300x. Files sizes for that camera are huge, so you'll also need larger capacity than 2GB eventually.</p>

<p>I've ordered many items from Abe's of Maine. No problems at all, no hassle, quick shipping.</p>

 

<p>Exactly - they're 5 pieces of plastic, not glass. I think you'd have a bigger problem smuggling whatever sort of lathe or cutting machine on board in order to fashion then into weapons. And why would I do that when I already get plastic knives with my meal?<br>

You won't have any problems at all.</p>

<p>I agree with the "too bouncy" comments. I gave my OpTech up and now have a BlackRapid R-4. Awesome and because of the design, it feels much lighter on the body.</p>

<p>Mark</p>

 

<p>I can highly recommend Ian Whitehead, a fine art photographer based in Sedona. He knows the canyons and the area like the back of his hand. He shoots LF film, so knows the film media very well (and also does some digital)<br>

He does amazingly cheap custom 1:1 tours, so I'd stongly recommend contacting him at <a href="http://www.southwestphotoworkshops.com">http://www.southwestphotoworkshops.com</a><br>

Mark</p>