paul_stimac

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I don't have enough good things to say about Peter Gowland. It's

good to see that others feel the same way. I bought a twin lens

4x5 from him, and was amazed at how helpfull he was. I wish I

had his energy.

Paul

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-- Steve Hamley suggested that the Wehman isn't rigid. I

disagree with this. Mine is very rigid - it's the main reason I

bought it. I shoot with a 1200 most of the time. I also use 120

with it. I can focus at infinity no problem. To keep the bellows

from getting in the way, I extend them all the way then compress

them. This shapes the bellows so that they don't interfere.

Out of all the cameras you mentioned, I've only actually used the

Wehman 8x10. I love it. It's light and sturdy and that's what

makes it work for me. I use a 1200mm quite a bit and am really

pleased with the results. I also use a 120mm with it. It seems to

have plenty of movements but to be honest, I rarely use

movements other than front and rear tilt. Although I haven't used

the others on your list, I will bet that the Wehman is the sturdiest

and toughest - for whatever that's worth.

Good luck with your purchase.

Paul