OK, Looking for lenses for 8x10 Camera

kgphoto · 07-18-2012

Probably in the 360mm to 600 mm range, with about 450mm one of the ideal lengths. My preference is the #1 Copal Shutter and Sinar DB mounts, with electronic flash capability.

I am open to old style lenses as I may get an antique model one day, but as I am only testing the waters here for a new project, I don't want to make a large investment. The Film and Holders are crazy expensive too.

So if there is anyone out there with a deal on a few 8x10 holders, I am up for that as well.

Thank you all.

KG

tomrit · 07-19-2012

going to be difficult to find a lens like that in a Copal 1. A Copal 1 is usually used up to about 210mm, or on telephoto designed lens up to maybe 360mm. Usually lenses of 240mm and up use a Copal 3.

With a process lens like the 300/9 Nikon you may be able to get a #1 shutter, but beyond that even process lenses usually need a larger shutter.

kgphoto · 07-19-2012

Tom,

Yes that is correct. I can find the 300-360 in the #1, but not the others.

07-19-2012	#2
tomrit Dromedary Location: Boone NC USA Posts: 1,513 CamelKarma: 2684 Gallery \| Blog	Re: OK, Looking for lenses for 8x10 Camera going to be difficult to find a lens like that in a Copal 1. A Copal 1 is usually used up to about 210mm, or on telephoto designed lens up to maybe 360mm. Usually lenses of 240mm and up use a Copal 3. With a process lens like the 300/9 Nikon you may be able to get a #1 shutter, but beyond that even process lenses usually need a larger shutter.
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07-18-2012	#1
kgphoto F1 Camel Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 2,785 CamelKarma: 9100 Gallery \| Blog	OK, Looking for lenses for 8x10 Camera Probably in the 360mm to 600 mm range, with about 450mm one of the ideal lengths. My preference is the #1 Copal Shutter and Sinar DB mounts, with electronic flash capability. I am open to old style lenses as I may get an antique model one day, but as I am only testing the waters here for a new project, I don't want to make a large investment. The Film and Holders are crazy expensive too. So if there is anyone out there with a deal on a few 8x10 holders, I am up for that as well. Thank you all. KG __________________ Members don't see ads in threads. Register your free account today and become a member of PhotoCamel to open up the site's many benefits and features.