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The Arca Swiss F-Metric C 4x5" View Camera has a self-locking precision drive for horizontal displacement and a self-locking fine drive for vertical adjustments, providing enhanced stability and precision. It also features a compact design with a foldable optical bench, unlike the F-Classic.
The 'C' in Arca Swiss F-Metric C 4x5" View Camera stands for 'compact', indicating its user-friendly and portable design.
The Arca Swiss F-Metric C 4x5" View Camera is designed for professional photographers, particularly those specializing in architecture and landscape photography.
The self-locking precision drive in the Arca Swiss F-Metric C 4x5" View Camera ensures superior horizontal displacement, providing photographers with greater control and stability during shoots.
No, the Arca Swiss F-Metric C 4x5" View Camera comes with a foldable optical bench, making it a more portable and convenient option for photographers on the go.
Review Summary
2022-11-28T14:08:30
Give a five star, the best 8x10 camera to buy. All movement is precise geared. Excellent choice for fine art photography work.
Michael M.
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Front and Rear (base): 30 Degree forward and backward
Front and Rear: 45 Degree left, right - calibrated 360 Degree swing capability
Front and Rear: 3.9" (100mm) rise, geared
Front and Rear: 1.2" (30mm) left and right, geared, plus 50mm, non-geared
4x5" Vertical/Horizontal quick-change Standard Graflok Ground glass with grid-lines, 6x7, 6x9, 6x12, Polaroid markings, fresnel screen
Yes
With standard bellows and flat lensboard: 3.2" (80mm)
With standard bellows, 13mm recessed lensboard: 2.6" (65mm)
With wide-angle bellows, 13mm recessed lensboard: 2.2" (55mm)
-240mm
141 x 141mm Arca Swiss
11.8 x 8.2 x 13" (30 x 20 x 34 cm)
7.93 lbs (3.6kg)
Arca Swiss 8x10 camera
By Michael M.
Give a five star, the best 8x10 camera to buy. All movement is precise geared. Excellent choice for fine art photography work.
For professional photographers seeking a reliable and high-quality tool, the Arca Swiss F-Metric C 4x5" View Camera stands out as a superior choice. This camera's design is a testament to its versatility, making it a favorite among both architecture and landscape photographers.
The Arca Swiss F-Metric C 4x5" View Camera boasts two key features that set it apart from the Arca Swiss F-Classic. Firstly, it employs a self-locking precision drive for horizontal displacement. This feature, coupled with the ground glass and lens standard's dovetail guide, ensures an enhanced level of stability that is noticeably superior.
Secondly, the camera incorporates a self-locking fine drive for vertical adjustments, seamlessly integrated into the format frame. This feature provides photographers with the precision they need when capturing intricate details in their shots.
The 'C' in the Arca Swiss F-Metric C 4x5" View Camera stands for 'compact', indicating its user-friendly design. Instead of an extendable optical bench, this model comes with a foldable optical bench, making it a more portable and convenient option for photographers on the go.
In summary, the Arca Swiss F-Metric C 4x5" View Camera is a durable, professional-grade camera that offers superior stability and precision, making it an ideal choice for photographers who demand the best from their equipment.