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Peter Chant wrote:
Having bought a Mamiya C330 TLR I was thinking that an enlarger capable of 6x6 might be a good plan. Any things to go for or avoid? I full admit that whilst I do process B&W 35mm I scan most of it and the Patterson 35mm enlarger hardly ever comes out the box. However the economic of MF scanners makes me think that traditional methods are probally the best bet. If you have the room look for a 4x5 enlarger instead. They are often cheap. You've got a certain amount of future growth built in. They tend to be heavier duty then the smaller models. The things to look for in a MF enlarger are no different then the things with smaller ones. Is it sturdy? Does it work? Does it come with all the parts? If not will it be easy to find parts or will it turn into an odessey. Does it use standard easy to find bulbs? If you were on this side of the ocean I'd suggest just getting an Omega or Beseler. On your side look for what is common. It'll make it easier to find parts if you need them. Nick |
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"Peter Chant" wrote in message ... Having bought a Mamiya C330 TLR I was thinking that an enlarger capable of 6x6 might be a good plan. Any things to go for or avoid? The Simon Omega B22 is good for the money. They are rather inexpensive in the USA. However, the Leitz Focomat IIa or IIb is the ultimate; goes from 35mm to 6x10cm, alignment is great, condensers fantastic, focotar lenses are adequate. That said, with used enlarger prices plumeting, why not consider a 4x5" enlarger just in case you become a LF maven. |
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"Peter Chant" wrote in message ... Having bought a Mamiya C330 TLR I was thinking that an enlarger capable of 6x6 might be a good plan. Any things to go for or avoid? The Simon Omega B22 is good for the money. They are rather inexpensive in the USA. However, the Leitz Focomat IIa or IIb is the ultimate; goes from 35mm to 6x10cm, alignment is great, condensers fantastic, focotar lenses are adequate. That said, with used enlarger prices plumeting, why not consider a 4x5" enlarger just in case you become a LF maven. |
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Digital versus Conventional Darkroom really have been beaten to death. I am sure others will disagree adnausium. You might look at LPL enlargers "new". Try to avoid discontinued unless you find all the pieces with the purchase a but consider that things wear out and its best to have a plan or source in that event. A good condition enlarger should last 10-20 years or more!! and to add a scanner may last 5,10 etc,...more than likely after five you'll never get parts or service "reasonably" if at all. In article , (Peter Chant) wrote: Having bought a Mamiya C330 TLR I was thinking that an enlarger capable of 6x6 might be a good plan. Any things to go for or avoid? I full admit that whilst I do process B&W 35mm I scan most of it and the Patterson 35mm enlarger hardly ever comes out the box. However the economic of MF scanners makes me think that traditional methods are probally the best bet. -- LF Website @ http://members.verizon.net/~gregoryblank "To announce that there must be no criticism of the President, or that we are to stand by the President, right or wrong, is not only unpatriotic and servile, but is morally treasonable to the American public."--Theodore Roosevelt, May 7, 1918 |
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Digital versus Conventional Darkroom really have been beaten to death. I am sure others will disagree adnausium. You might look at LPL enlargers "new". Try to avoid discontinued unless you find all the pieces with the purchase a but consider that things wear out and its best to have a plan or source in that event. A good condition enlarger should last 10-20 years or more!! and to add a scanner may last 5,10 etc,...more than likely after five you'll never get parts or service "reasonably" if at all. In article , (Peter Chant) wrote: Having bought a Mamiya C330 TLR I was thinking that an enlarger capable of 6x6 might be a good plan. Any things to go for or avoid? I full admit that whilst I do process B&W 35mm I scan most of it and the Patterson 35mm enlarger hardly ever comes out the box. However the economic of MF scanners makes me think that traditional methods are probally the best bet. -- LF Website @ http://members.verizon.net/~gregoryblank "To announce that there must be no criticism of the President, or that we are to stand by the President, right or wrong, is not only unpatriotic and servile, but is morally treasonable to the American public."--Theodore Roosevelt, May 7, 1918 |
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That Bob sells.
In article , Bob Salomon wrote: In article , (Peter Chant) wrote: Having bought a Mamiya C330 TLR I was thinking that an enlarger capable of 6x6 might be a good plan. Any things to go for or avoid? I full admit that whilst I do process B&W 35mm I scan most of it and the Patterson 35mm enlarger hardly ever comes out the box. However the economic of MF scanners makes me think that traditional methods are probally the best bet. Take a look at the Kaiser enlargers. -- LF Website @ http://members.verizon.net/~gregoryblank "To announce that there must be no criticism of the President, or that we are to stand by the President, right or wrong, is not only unpatriotic and servile, but is morally treasonable to the American public."--Theodore Roosevelt, May 7, 1918 |
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Any pointers for buying a 6x6 enlarger
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Bob Salomon wrote: Take a look at the Kaiser enlargers. Man, I'd replace my Focomat IIa with a Kaiser in a heartbeat. The auto-exposure adjusting VC filter system is a big plus on top of a well made system. |
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In article ,
Bob Salomon wrote: Take a look at the Kaiser enlargers. Man, I'd replace my Focomat IIa with a Kaiser in a heartbeat. The auto-exposure adjusting VC filter system is a big plus on top of a well made system. |
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