It is not hard to imagine why the plate cameras became so popular for a time in the 1930s. The 6x9 or 9x12 format behind a 4-element Tessar produces images of extraordinary resolution, and the camera folds flat enough to slip comfortably into a coat pocket. The Rada rollfilm adapter I use adds a considerable amount of bulk to the outfit, but it is quite a bit more convenient in use than a stack of individual film holders.
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I would not have imagined that your software here was Tri-X. Very nice!
Also, there is something luminescent about the quality of these images--must be that lens or perhaps the extraordinary photographer behind the camera!
Great shots. Do you zone focus with the Bentzin, or is there a ground glass on the back?
A Tessar with a 6x9 image is likely over-kill. Even a simple meniscus does well with that size of an image.
I just estimate the distance with the Bentzin. It helps that the infinity focus is well-calibrated. Also, I usually use a fast film so I can stop down for better dof.
Hi Mike, im Ruben Alvarez, recently i found a Ricoh 500 rangefinder camera. I notice that when i set the infinity focus it doesnt match (is out of focus). The question is can this be repaired? Im not a rangefinder user, this is my first rangefinder camera. Do i need to take the camera to a repair store or can i do it by myself? Thanks! Also you have a great camera collection.
Blessings.
Ruben Alvarez
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