ben_collier

Folks,

Reposting of Original Thread with Updated Price: Was $2,000 /Now $1,500 + shipping

Purchased this lens new from Precision Camera & Video in Austin, TX,in person, at he store, not shipped, to augment the expected subsequent purchase of a GFX100S. Unfortunately, life sometimes gets in the way and the GFX system migration has been deferred, indefinitely.

The lens is new, in the box. It has never been mounted on a camera and has been out of the box only twice, once to verify condition at purchase and once for the attached photos.

Paid $2,488 ($2,299 + tax).

Price: USD $1,500 + shipping.

Shipping: US only.

Acceptable Payment Methods: Cash, USPS money order(s), Cashier's check, Personal Check (Payment by personal check delays shipment until check clears bank). No PayPal.

I live in the Longview, TX area and can meet with prospective buyers there.

T. Ben Collier

FS: Fujifilm GF 32-64 f4 R LM WR - NIB Condition / Unused

Folks,

Purchased this lens new from Precision Camera & Video in Austin, TX,in person, at he store, not shipped, to augment the expected subsequent purchase of a GFX100S. Unfortunately, life sometimes gets in the way and the GFX system migration has been deferred, indefinitely.

The lens is new, in the box. It has never been mounted on a camera and has been out of the box only twice, once to verify condition at purchase and once for the attached photos.

Paid $2,488 ($2,299 + tax).

Price: USD $2,000 + shipping.

Shipping: US only.

Acceptable Payment Methods: Cash, USPS money order(s), Cashier's check, Personal Check (Payment by personal check delays shipment until check clears bank). No PayPal.

I live in the Longview, TX area and can meet with prospective buyers there.

T. Ben Collier

For Sale:

Nikon 20mm AF-S f/1.8G ED Lens

USA version purchased new, directly from Nikon USA.

LN / NIB condition.

Used twice in the last 12 months.

All original / factory packaging.

Price: USD $550.00

Shipped free to destination in the lower 48 states.

No international shipping.

No Paypal.

No Trades.

For Sale:

2 - Nikon D810's, each with MB-D12 Battery Pack + Really Right Stuff L-Bracket

Both are in absolutely LN / mint condition.

Used twice in the last 12 months. Less than 500 images taken with either camera.

USA versions purchased new, directly from Nikon USA.

Each camera package includes:

- Camera Body w/ factory supplied accessories (front cap, battery, battery charger / strap)

- MB-D12 Battery Pack w/ battery

- Really Right Stuff L - Bracket

- 64GB Memory Cards (1-Compact Flash & 1-SD)

- All original packaging

Price: USD $1,575 each

Will ship free in lower 48 states.

No international shipping, PayPal or trades.

For Sale:

Nikon AF Micro-Nikkor 60mm f2.8D lens.

USA version in absolutely LN/mint condition purchased directly from Nikon USA.

Lens has had less that 50 images taken with it.

Original packaging and factory supplied accessories included.

Price: USD $375

Free shipping within lower 48 states.

No international shipping, PayPal or trades.

For Sale:

Arca Swiss Monoball Z1+ SP w/ Quick Release Tripod Head

Unused / NIB condition

Purchased new, directly from Arca Swiss.

Price: USD $225.00

Ships free to locations in the lower 48 states.

No international shipping, PayPal or trades.

For Sale

Pro Media Gear TR424L Pro Stix 77 inch Carbon Fiber Tripod w/ 42mm diameter legs.

-Unused / NIB condition with all original packaging.

-Purchased new ($1,199), directly from Pro Media Gear

-This tripod was purchased in anticipation of receiving a new 600 f4 lens, however, that purchase was indefinitely deferred.

Here are some of the specs from the Pro Media Gear website:

Leg Section Diameter

1st - 42mm

2nd- 38mm

3rd- 34mm

4th- 30mm

Section Height

Ground to First Section Platform: 24.50" inches

Ground to Second Section Extended: 40.75" inches

Ground to Third Section Extended: 58" inches

Ground to Fourth Section Fully Extended: 77" inches

Supports weights up to 125 lbs. See photos for some of the other PMG specs.

Price: USD $775.00

Ships free to locations in the lower 48 states.

No international shipping, PayPal or trades.

FS: Nikon 70-200 f2-8 FL / 24-70 f2.8G / Arca Swiss Z1+ Ball Head / Pro Media Gear CF Tripod

This is a consolidation of previous posts and price update.

Lenses:

70-200 f2.8 FL: USD $1,950.00

24-70 f2.8G: USD $975.00.

Both lenses purchased new from B&H. Images attached.

Absolute Mint / NIB Condition. All original packaging.

Less than 100 images taken with either. Last used in 10/2017.

Ball Head / Tripod:

Pro Media Gear TR424L Carbon Fiber Tripod: USD $850.00

Arca Swiss Z1+ (new updated Z1 model) Ball Head - Model 801103:USD $250.00

Both purchased new, are unused and NIB condition in original packaging.

Photo's of all items are in previous posts. Can also send photos if PM'd.

Shipped free in lower 48 states.

No international shipping. No PayPal.

FS: Nikon 70-200 f2-8 FL / 24-70 f2.8G

Absolute Mint / NIB Condition. Less than 100 images taken with either.

IQ is stunning, even with TC-17E II on 70-200.

I am an old 4x5 guy and cannot assimilate to using zoom lenses. So I still see and use primes.

Both lenses purchased new from B&H. Images attached.

70-200 f2.8 FL: $USD 1,975.00

24-70 f2.8G: $USD 1,175.

Shipped free in lower 48 states.

PM for questions.

Ben Collier

For Sale:

Pro Media Gear TR424L Carbon Fiber Tripod

Arca Swiss Z1+ (new updated Z1model) Ball Head - Model 801103

Both are unused and NIB condition in original packaging

Purchased tripod directly from Pro Media Gear ($1199) and ball head directly from Arca Swiss ($421). These were purchased in anticipation of receiving a new 600 f4 lens, however, that purchase has been indefinitely deferred.

Pricing (includes free shipping to location within the lower 48)

Tripod - USD $875

Ball Head: USD $275

T, Ben Collier

970-433-8120

Folks,

This item has been sold.

Folks,

All items have been sold.

For Sale:

Canon EF-L / STM / Extender Lenses

• Purchased new from Badger Graphic 2 months ago
  
• Canon warranty.
  
• All NIB condition - attached to my EOS-1Dx MKII (also for sale under separate thread) for test images only.
  
• Lenses have yet to be taken outside the house.
  

• EF 70-200 f2.8L IS II USM: USD $1,400
  
• EF 16-35 f4.0L IS USM: USD $600
  
• EF 50 f1.8 STM: USD $ 80
  
• EF Extender 1.4x III: USD $ 300
  

Prices include free shipping in lower 48 states. No international shipping. No Paypal.

Best to contact me directly at:

• ben.collier@att.net
  
• 970-433-8120 (call or text - prefer call)
  

For Sale:

Canon EOS-1DX MKII (USA Warranty) - NIB condition.

Includes:

• Camera + factory accessories (Charger, 1 battery, eyepiece, digital cable, strap)
  
• Additional Canon LP-E19 battery
  
• Canon RS-80N3 remote release
  
• Lexar 64 GB CFast 2.0 3500x memory card
  
• Lexar 64 GB Compact Flash 1066x UMDA7 memory card
  

Price: USD $3,950. Shipped free in lower 48 states. NO international shipping. NO Paypal.

Well Folks,Digital is not for everyone. Too many new tricks for this old dog to learn. Love the size, weight, integrated vertical grip and handling of the camera, reminding me of my old F-1. Just cannot get my head around the complexity of this camera. Going back to film and my trusty EOS-1V. It's what I know.

• Purchased USA camera, new, from Badger Graphic 2 months ago. Obviously still under warranty.
  
• Have taken only 246 images - all test images taken from inside my house.
  
• There is an program called EOS Inspector that can be used to check actual shutter count. Wanted to provide that info but the 1DX-MKII is not supported.
  

Best to contact me directly at ben.collier@att.net or 970-433-8120, if interested.

T. Ben Collier

All,

Equipment has been sold as a package. Unable to delete or close this ad.

Selling Large Format Gear.

All items listed as NIB condition were purchased new and have not yet been used.

Mint Items are absolutely mint.

List attached.

Will ship free in lower 48 states for minimum $50 purchase. No international shipping.

Package price USD $3,500 (save over $1,000 on package purchase).

T. Ben Collier

970-433-8120

Selling Large Format Gear.

All items listed as NIB condition were purchased new and have not yet been used.

Mint Items are absolutely mint.

T. Ben Collier Camera Equipment - 7/21//2015

Item Type Qty Description Condition Price Ea.

LF Camera Body 1 Toyo 45AII 4x5 Unused - NIB Condition - Original box and packaging $975

LF Roll Film Back 1 Horseman 6x12 Roll Film Back Unused - NIB Condition - Original box and packaging $225

LF Roll Film Back 1 Horseman 6x9 Roll Film Back Unused - NIB Condition - Original box and packaging $200

LF Camera Lens 1 Schneider SA-XL 47 f/5.6 Unused - NIB Condition - Original box and packaging $875

LF Camera Lens 1 Nikkor SW 65 f/4s Mint with original box and packaging $250

LF Camera Lens 1 Nikkor SW 75 f/4.5s Mint with original box and packaging $250

LF Camera Lens 1 Nikkor SW 90 f/8s Mint with original box and packaging $250

LF Camera Lens 1 Nikkor W 135 f/5.6s Mint with original box and packaging $150

LF Camera Lens 1 Nikkor W 180 f/5.6 Mint - no original box $150

LF Camera Lens 1 Nikkor W 210 f/5.6 Mint with original box and packaging $175

LF Camera Lens 1 Nikkor M 300 f/9 Mint with original box and packaging $225

LF Camera Lens 1 Nikkor T* ED 360 f/8 Mint with original box and packaging $275

Toyo Lens Boards 2 #0 12.5mm Recessed - 110mm Mint w/original case, box and packaging $30

Toyo Lens Boards 2 #0 Flat - 110mm Mint w/original case, box and packaging $20

Toyo Lens Boards 4 #1 Flat - 110mm Mint w/original case, box and packaging $20

Toyo Lens Boards 1 #3 Flat - 110mm Unused - NIB Condition - Original box and packaging $25

Light Meter 1 Sekonic L-508 Mint w/original case, box and packaging $125

Fuji 120 Film 9 Pro-Packs RDP-III Provia 100F Stored in 38° Refrigerator since purchase $20

Fuji 120 Film 1 Pro-Pack RVP Velvia 100 Stored in 38° Refrigerator since purchase $20

Will ship free in lower 48 states for minimum $50 purchase. No international shipping.

Package price USD $3,500 (save over $1,000 on package purchase).

T. Ben Collier

970-433-8120

<p>Les,<br>

I have the Nikon LF lens catalog in .pdf format I can e-mail you. E-mail me at <a href="mailto:tbcollier@att.net">tbcollier@att.net</a>.<br>

Ben Collier</p>

<p>Markus,<br>

Not to put too fine a point on this, but if you already own and use the V750 for 4x5 and you feel confident enough to evaluate those results, why wouldn't you just scan your 6x6 film (pretty sure the V750 comes with the appropriate holders) and draw your own conclusions, using the evaluative skillsets that made you comfortable with your 4x5 results?</p>

<p>Jeff,<br>

After 20 years, choosing you first and subequent lens focal lenths should be a no-brainer. Hope you enjoy the looking at that wonderfully huge image on the ground glass as much as I do.<br>

As you point out, there are a number of great camera choices. I use a Toyo 45AII (the 45AX is the same camera without the revolving back) and shoot only landscapes with lenses from 75-400T (can shoot down to a 47XL, albeit without much in the way of front movements). Since I use rear tilt to focus, it's not really and issue. The downside to the Toyo field cameras is that they have limited movements, don't have a bellows option and may not be regularly suitable for architectural photography, depending on your style. I suspect this is the trade-off for the compactness and portability with other field brands as well.<br>

Put Scheimie away and shoot!</p>

<p>Jeff,<br>

<strong>Andrew Gillis'</strong> response is spot on. Look at your 35mm/MF portfolio and determine your most used focal length. That should be a clue for chosing the equivalent focal length of your first lens. Go from there as you build your system.<br>

Modern lens brands? As long it covers 4x5 with adequate movement to fit <strong>your</strong> photographic style, flip a coin. There are so many folks that love write incessantly about technical lens aspects that are barely relevant for field work, it makes me believe they rarely leave the practice tee to play the course. Much like career academicians that live vicariously and have no real world experience upon which to base there theories.<br>

Choosing a camera is much more difficult. Gaining insight from other people's experience can be a great indicator, but the chance that their style and preferences are the same as yours is quite remote. At the end of the day, do your own homework, be accountable, make a decision to buy your camera, not their's.<br>

If this is your first foray into photography, then large format may not be the right initial choice. It seems to typically be more of an evolutionary step after being comfortable with (at least) basic photographic fundamentals.</p>

<p><em>I am basically looking to get extremely sharp, landscape images without having to mess about too much with movements. Any thoughts? </em><br>

Joel,<br>

You may want to reconsider your decision to plunge into large format. Looks like it may not be best tool for you.</p>