5X7 CAMERAS: A SUMMARY OF
CURRENT OFFERINGS
Images and text Kerry Thalmann
THE 5X7 FORMAT IS CONSIDERED BY SOME TO BE AN ABANDONED OR
orphaned format. This could not be further from the
truth. Although it is certainly less popular than 4x5,
and perhaps even 8x10, current camera manufacturers
support the 5x7 format very well. Everything from full
system studio monorails, to traditional wooden field
cameras, to ultra-light models for backpacking are currently available new in the 5x7 format. And in all categories, a number of brands and models are available. For
this article, I have compiled information on twenty-four
different 5x7 models from fourteen suppliers that were
built in seven different countries on three continents. If
anything, there is currently an abundance of options in
new 5x7 cameras for anyone considering this format.
To the uninitiated, 5x7 might appear to be a compromise between the more common 4x5 and 8x10 formats.
It is in fact, no compromise at all. In many ways, 5x7
combines the best of the 4x5 and 8x10 formats—offering a larger negative than 4x5, but with substantially
less weight and bulk than an 8x10 outfit. In general,
5x7 cameras tend to be only marginally larger and heavier than comparable 4x5 models, and considerably lighter and more compact than most 8x10 cameras.
Lenses for 5x7 are abundant, reasonably priced, and
not overly large or heavy. Lenses in Copal Number 0 and
Number 1 shutters from 72 to 720mm capable of covering the 5x7 format are currently available. Chances are,
if you are already shooting 4x5, many of your lenses
could also be used on 5x7. When I added a 5x7 camera
to my personal repertoire, all of my existing lenses from
90-720mm covered the 5x7 format. Of course, any lens
capable of covering 8x10 will cover 5x7 with room to
spare. The advantage for the 5x7 format is that it’s possible to assemble a wide assortment of focal lengths without resorting to huge lenses in heavy, expensive Copal
Number 3 shutters.
Compared to 8x10, a smaller, lighter tripod can often
be used for 5x7. This further reduces the weight and
bulk of a field kit compared to a similar outfit based on
the 8x10 format. This portability makes the 5x7 format
well suited to landscape and backcountry photography
(see the article on Quang-Tuan Luong’s National Parks
Project elsewhere in this issue). The more elongated aspect ratio (1.4:1 vs. 1.25:1 for 4x5 and 8x10) also lends
itself well to the sweeping vistas favored by many landscape photographers. With a film area almost twice the
size of 4x5, the 5x7 format also works well for contact
prints of intimate subjects—portraits, for example.
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In the past, a lack of film choices was often cited as a
reason for avoiding the 5x7 format. Thanks to the expanding global marketplace, this is no longer the case
(see sidebar at end of article). A wide variety of 5x7 color
and black-and-white films are currently available. Although 5x7 Fuji color transparency films are not officially imported to the US market, they are manufactured for
the Japanese market and directly imported to the US by
Badger Graphic Sales (www.badgergraphic.com). In Europe, a number of films are readily available in the
13x18cm size. Although this film is slightly larger than
the US 5x7 size, 13x18cm film holders share the same
external dimensions as standard 5x7 holders. In other
words, by using 13x18cm holders, it is possible to use
13x18cm emulsions in any standard 5x7 camera. Now
the 5x7 shooter has a choice of any film that’s available
globally in either the 5x7 or 13x18cm sizes. 13x18cm holders are readily available in Europe (check the German eBay
site for used 13x18cm holders), or in the US through Calumet Photographic (www.calumetphoto.com). Thanks
to JandC Photo (www.jandcphotography.com), many European 13x18cm films are available directly to US buyers.
Another recent development has led to a resurgence
in sales of 5x7 cameras—some to photographers who
never intend to shoot a single sheet of 5x7 film. I am
referring to the Canham 6x17cm roll film back (see the
March/April 2003 issue of View Camera for a complete
review). In addition to Canham’s own MQC model, other manufacturers (Osaka and Walker, so far) are re-designing their 5x7 camera backs to directly accept the
6x17cm Canham roll film back. Now, in addition to all
the sheet films available in 5x7 and 13x18cm, it is possible to shoot roll film panoramics with a 5x7 camera on
any film available in the 120 size. Dedicated 6x17 cameras are available from Fuji and Linhof, but they are expensive systems requiring very expensive proprietary
lenses mounted in helical focusing units. If multiple
focal lengths are desired, the combination of a 5x7 view
camera, 6x17 roll film back and standard large format
lenses can be both less expensive and more versatile than
a dedicated 6x17 camera. The owner of such a system
has a much wider selection of more affordable lenses,
from all manufacturers in a much broader range of focal
lengths. Once again, if you already own a 4x5 system,
chances are good your existing lenses can be used on
6x17cm. Unlike the rigid bodied dedicated 6x17 cameras, this combination also provides the ability to use view
camera movements—and the ability to also shoot 5x7 or
4x5 sheet film when desired.
Finally, for photographers who like to shoot both color and black and white, a 5x7 camera with a 4x5 reducing back makes a very versatile, yet portable, system.
With such a camera, it is possible to shoot a large variety
of 5x7 and 13x18cm black-and-white films in conventional holders, color transparency materials in 4x5 Quickload and Readyload packets, Polaroid materials for proofing and even 6x17cm on 120 roll film—all with a single
camera and one set of lenses. This may be the ultimate
combination of versatility and portability.
Here’s a brief overview of currently available 5x7 models. For a comparison of features, see Table 1. With so
many options, any photographer interested in shooting
5x7 should have no trouble finding a camera to suit their
needs.
Arca-Swiss: Due to a
completely modular design, the Arca-Swiss brand
of monorail cameras are
easily configurable to meet
the needs of most any photographer or shooting situation. Everything from instudio product shots to onlocation
architectural
photography can easily be
accommodated. And, although monorail cameras
are not traditionally conArca-Swiss F-Classic
sidered ideal field cameras,
the Arca-Swiss F-Line is an exception. When equipped
with a collapsible rail, the F-Line series are only slightly
heavier and pack nearly as small as a conventional wooden folding field camera. A full line of system accessories
completes the Arca-Swiss system. The basic Arca-Swiss
5x7 product lines are:
F-Line: The F-Line is the lightest and most basic of
the 5x7 Arca-Swiss offerings. That said, it is still a very
full-featured system camera. Gear driven fine focus is
provided on both front and rear standards. Non-geared
rise/fall, shift swing and base tilt are standard, both front
and rear, on F-Line. The 5x7 F-Line can be ordered with
several different rail configurations. Solid, one-piece
rails, collapsible rails and telescoping optical benches
are all available. Optional wide angle and extra long bellows are also available.
F-Line Metric: The F-Line Metric adds geared selflocking drives on the front and rear shift and rise/fall
movements to the standard F-Line platform. The Orbix
axis tilt option (choice of geared or non-geared) is also
available on both the F-Line and F-Line Metric models.
M-Line Monolith: The Monolith is Arca’s full-featured studio product line. Geared micrometer drives are
standard on all movements, both front and rear. This
provides movements that are silky smooth, precise and
easy to operate. Many of the components (rails, bellows,
lensboards, viewing accessories, lens shades, etc,) are
common to both the F-Line and M-Line cameras. This
makes it easy to mix and match accessories and compo-
nents between cameras used in the studio an on location.
K.B. Canham: Keith
Canham specializes in innovative cameras and accessories for the field photographer. He currently offers two different 5x7
models.
T657: The original Canham 5x7 model is an updated version of the classic wooden field camera.
Canham T657
By
combining
CNC
milled black anodized aluminum and lightweight black walnut, Keith Canham
has produced a very full-featured camera that is both
functional and attractive.
MQC: The MQC is the 5x7 version of Canham’s innovative and highly successful DLC 4x5 model. The design and operation is identical to its smaller sibling with
one very notable exception – the MQC was designed to
directly accept Canham’s unique 6x17cm roll film back.
The MQC has an all-metal body that is made from black
anodized aluminum. Where possible, without compromising rigidity, holes have been bored in the body to
reduce weight to an absolute minimum. The result is a
more high tech, industrial appearance than the more
elegant walnut-bodied T657. The bellows of the Canham MQC are also thoroughly modern. Made from a
self-supporting synthetic material, the MQC bellows
don’t require any internal stiffeners. This provides an
unprecedented flexibility that allows the MQC to be used
with a very wide range of focal lengths without resorting to a wide-angle bellows. At 5.7 lbs., the Canham
MQC is even lighter than the wooden Canham. It is
extremely light for a full featured, metal 5x7 camera—
lighter than many 4x5 field cameras.
Ebony: Designed by
Japanese photographer
Hiromi Sakanashi, the Ebony brand large format
cameras are both functional and beautiful. The
highest quality materials
are combined with exquisite craftsmanship to
make Ebony products the
ultimate in wooden field
Ebony SV57
cameras. In addition to
traditional style folding
field cameras, Ebony also offers non-folding models that
are fast to set-up and well suited to use with wide-angle
lenses. The metal hardware is machined from solid titanium. In the folding models, buyers have a choice of
quarter-sawn ebony heartwood or quarter-sawn mahogany. The non-folding 57SUE is only available in ebony
wood. Ebony is an extremely dense wood, which results
in a heavier camera, but it is also one of the strongest
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and most stable woods available. The ebony wood used
in the construction of these cameras has been aged in
excess of 20 years and is finished with a hand-rubbed
premium grade oil. Mahogany has long been the traditional material of choice for the construction of wooden cameras. Quarter-sawn mahogany offers a very desirable combination of stability and strength vs. weight.
The result is a lighter (and less expensive) camera than
one built from ebony wood. In the 5x7 format, Ebony
offers five options.
SV57, SV57E: The SV series is a classic style folding
wooden field camera. This model is available in a choice
of mahogany (SV57) or ebony (SV57E) wood with standard rear swing and rear axis tilt.
SV57U and SV57UE: Same basic design and materials as the SV57 models, but with asymmetrical rear
swing and tilt which allow focus to be maintained during adjustments. This feature can speed up application
of the Scheimpflug rule compared to conventional axis
or base tilt designs.
57SUE: This model is Ebony’s non-folding 5x7 design. It also offers the convenience of asymmetrical rear
tilts. Although non-folding designs are ideally suited
for wide-angle use, the 57SUE had a unique quadruple
extension bed that provides a maximum extension of
395mm (enough to use a 500mm telephoto lens).
Fine Art Photo Supply—Artworks 5x7:
Based in Rochester New
York, Fine Art Photo Supply is a supplier of materials and equipment for
the traditional large format photographer. The
basic business philosophy and products offered are very similar to
Fred Picker’s old Zone VI
Artworks 5x7
Studios. Like the old
Zone VI, Fine Art Photo
Supply publishes a quarterly newsletter, and offers its
own line of large format cameras. Their ArtWorks 5x7
model is made in Japan from cherry wood stained in a
choice of mahogany or black colors, black or red bellows and brass or chrome finish hardware. The design
and features of the ArtWorks 5x7 is very similar to the
Osaka and Tachihara models. Like the old Zone VI, the
ArtWorks camera comes with a lifetime warranty. Also
included with the camera is one lensboard and an illustrated instruction booklet.
Gandolfi: The venerable British camera maker, Gandolfi, has been producing large format cameras continuously since 1885. This makes Gandolfi the world’s oldest builder of large format cameras. Gandolfi offers two
different styles of 5x7 cameras. (Image unavailable)
Traditional: As the name implies, the Gandolfi Traditional is a classic design that has stood the test of
time. The design and construction of this camera has
remained virtually unchanged for more than 80 years
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and will appeal to those who prefer the classic wooden
view camera “look.” But, make no mistake, this is no
mantle piece. It’s a very functional camera that is extremely well built and a joy to use. The Gandolfi Traditional is available in a choice of mahogany or walnut at
the standard price, or for an additional charge, teak or
rosewood. For a complete review of the 4x5 Gandolfi
Traditional (that is identical in design to the larger 5x7
model), see the January/February 2002 issue of View
Camera.
Variant: In contrast to the Traditional, the Gandolfi
Variant is a thoroughly modern design employing the
latest in materials. The major body components are
made from MDF—a wood and resin composite that is
more stable than natural wood and easily machined.
The black finish of the MDF parts, combined with black
powder-coated metal hardware gives the Variant a nononsense high tech appearance. For those who prefer a
touch of the traditional with their high tech, a walnut
version of the Variant is also available. The Variant offers yaw-free movements and is available in two configurations—Level 2 and Level 3. The Level 3 option adds
rear rise and rear shift to the base Level 2 feature set.
Gowland 5x7: With
more than 65 years experience as a photographer, Peter Gowland
knows what he likes in a
camera. Since many of
the features he desired
were not available in offthe-shelf models, Gowland began designing
and producing his own
custom made cameras.
Gowland 5x7
The unique large format
TLRs (twin lens reflex) that he designed for his own
glamour photography are his best selling models. Gowland also produces a number of rigid bodied large format specialty cameras for aerial and wide-angle applications. For many years, he has also offered a line of ultralight monorail view cameras targeted at backpackers and
location shooters who want the lightest cameras available. He currently offers two 5x7 models in this series.
The Gowland All Movement 5x7 is a seven-pound
monorail with 20-inches of bellows extension. As the
name suggests, the compliment of movements is generous (full movements on the front standard and everything except shift and rise on the rear). For those who
wish to travel even lighter, Gowland’s “World’s Lightest 5x7” is available by special order. This camera has
20-inches of bellows and weighs in at an astonishingly
light three pounds. It has full front movements, but no
rear movements and the back is fixed in the horizontal
position (an L-bracket is provided to turn the camera on
is side for vertical shots).
Linhof: If you are in the market for a studio workhorse in the 5x7 format, Linhof has two models to offer. Both the Kardan GT and the Kardan Master GTL
feature telescoping monorails
for support of a wide range of
lenses. Both cameras are part
of a large system that features
an extensive line of accessories to easily handle any studio-shooting situation.
Kardan GT: By far the
lighter of the two Linhof 5x7
monorails, the Kardan GT is a
full-featured monorail that
Linhof Kardan Master GTL
can also be pressed into duty
for location shooting. To call
the movement displacements of this camera generous
is an understatement. The monorail telescopes from 15
to 23 inches without requiring add-on rail extensions.
Yaw-free movements are provided on both standards,
as well as optical axis tilts.
Kardan Master GTL: This is one of the most sophisticated view cameras ever produced. At a weight of
20 pounds, the Kardan Master GTL is most at home on
a sturdy camera stand in a studio. This is also where its
generous movements, incredible precision, and rock
solid stability will be most appreciated. Solid brass micro drives provide silky smooth movements and utmost
precision. The fully asymmetrical rear axis tilt simplifies near/far focus adjustments and allows fast, errorfree application of the Scheimpflug rule. The variable
length Kardan Master GTL monorail adjusts quickly
from 18 to 25 inches and maintains outstanding rigidity, even at full extension.
Lotus View Camera Rapid Field 5x7: The Austrian-made Lotus Rapid
View 5x7 is constructed
from cherry wood with black
anodized and powder coated metal work and Delrin focusing tracks. The Lotus is a
folding field camera that
combines attractive, understated good looks with very
generous movements and
long bellows draw in a lightLotus Rapid Field 5x7
weight portable package. Lotus does not currently have a US distributor, but their
products are available for worldwide shipping directly
from the manufacturer.
Osaka 5x7: The Osaka brand of large format cameras are made
in Japan and distributed in the US by Bromwell Marketing. The
design and construction of the Osaka is very
similar to the Tachihara (see below), with one
notable exception. The
Osaka 5x7
back on the Osaka has been recently redesigned to directly accept the Canham 6x17cm roll film back. The
Osaka is currently the least expensive new 5x7 camera
capable of directly accepting this accessory. The Osaka
is made from cherry wood with chrome finished metal
hardware. Bromwell offers many accessories for this
camera, including lensboards, lensboard adapters and
a 4x5 reducing back.
Shen Hao HZX57IIAT: Following the success of their well-built,
budget-priced
4x5
HZX45-AII model, the
Chinese Shen Hao Company has recently introduced a 5x7 model. Like
its smaller predecessor,
the 5x7 Shen Hao offers a
very good value for the
money. With a suggested
Shen Hao HZX57-AIIT
list price of $1180, the
Shen Hao is the least expensive new 5x7 camera currently available. Don’t let the low price fool you; the
Shen Hao is a serious camera that is well crafted from
quality materials. Like their 4x5 model, the HZX57-IIAT
is made from teak wood, with the added bonus of titanium metalwork. Movements are also very generous for
a budget-priced folding field camera.
Tachihara 57GF: The
Tachihara name has long
been justifiably associated
with affordable large format field cameras. The
reputation lives on in the
Tachihara 57GF model.
Built from cherry wood
with brass finished metal
hardware, the Tachihara
is priced in the same
Tachihara 57GF
range as the Shen Hao.
The Tachihara represents
another good choice for someone shopping for an affordably priced 5x7 field camera.
Toho FC-57: The ultra-light monorail field
camera produced by
the Tokyo based Toho
Machine Company is
certainly unique. As
you would expect
from a monorail design, it offers full
movements on both
the front and rear stanToho FC-57
dards. Yet, it is still
light enough and folds up small enough for hiking and
backpacking. It was designed with this specific application in mind. The FC-57 model comes with a two-
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piece monorail. If long lenses are not required, the lightest configuration consists of the camera body and the
shorter 340mm rail section. The longer 460mm rail can
be used when longer than normal lenses are employed.
Finally, the maximum bellows extension of 550mm is
achieved by combining both rails with a supplied railjoining clamp. This versatile implementation allows
photographers to tailor the camera configuration as the
situation dictates.
Walker ABS 5x7
Wide: The newest offering from British camera
maker Mike Walker is the
ABS 5x7 Wide. Like Walker’s previous 4x5 Titan
and XL Wide models, his
new 5x7 model is made
from ABS polymer. This is
a rugged plastic material
that is extremely durable,
rigid and stable—ideal
characteristics in a field
camera. The design features a non-folding body
Walker ABS 5x7 Wide
with full front standard
movements and a rigid, fixed back. While the lack of
back movements may not make the Walker ideal for all
applications, it does have distinct advantages. Setting
up the camera is much faster than a conventional folding model. With a lens left on the camera during transport, it can literally be ready to shoot in seconds—just
mount it on the tripod and focus and you’re ready to
go. The lack of rear standard movements also makes the
camera much more rigid than a back with complex
movements. And finally, it makes the camera well suited for use with Keith Canham’s 6x17cm roll film back,
which it was designed to accept. A 4x5 reducing back is
also available, making the Walker a true multi-format
camera. While the minimum and maximum bellows
extension specs may appear a bit limiting, Mike Walker
worked closely with Schneider to insure his new camera would easily handle lenses from 72mm (the widest
that will cover 5x7) to 400mm telephoto on flat lensboards.
Wisner: For variety in
wooden field cameras, it’s
hard to beat the Wisner
Classic Manufacturing
Company. They offer a
multitude of models in all
formats
from
4x5
through 20x24, including both horizontal and
vertical banquet format
models. The 5x7 format is
no exception to this
Wisner 5x7 Traditional L
bounty of choices from
Wisner. With three different 5x7 models, Wisner buyers have a choice of fea46 SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2003
tures, prices and weights to best match their specific
needs.
Traditional L: The Traditional L is Wisner’s simplest and least expensive 5x7 model. It is made from
mahogany with brass-colored anodized aluminum alloy hardware. This gives the Traditional L a classic and
time-honored appearance, yet keeps the weight reasonable. Like all Wisners, it features a hand made leather
bellows (Wisner makes its own bellows in-house for all
their cameras) of generous extension.
Technical Field: One step up in price is the Wisner
Technical Field. This model is similar to the Traditional
L, but with an even longer bellows extension. It also
adds a geared rear axis tilt and rear rise to the compliment of movements. Like the Traditional L, the Technical Field is made from mahogany, but features solid
brass hardware.
Pocket Expedition:
The Pocket Expedition is
Wisner’s lightest 5x7 model. In fact, at 4.75 pounds
it’s the lightest, full-featured 5x7 currently available. To save weight, lightweight quarter-sawn cherry wood is combined with
anodized aluminum hardware. The Pocket Expedi- Wisner 5x7 Pocket Expedition
tion also incorporates a
couple of features that allow it to better accommodate wide-angle lenses. The
first is a geared rising front lens panel. This allows a
modest amount of front rise even when the bellows is
completely compressed. A top rear focus allows the back
standard to be moved forward for convenient wide-angle use.
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Resources: Table 2 shows contact information for the
camera brands covered in this article. Most manufacturers
have web sites with detailed descriptions of their products.
The text on some of the international sites is not in English,
but these sites can still be a valuable source of information.
They usually contain several photos of their products, along
with specifications that are often decipherable even if they
aren’t in English. I have had good luck corresponding with
all of these manufacturers via email. Where possible, I have
included phone numbers for US representatives. When no
US number was available, I included the international numbers for completeness. Just be aware that when calling these
international numbers, the person on the other end may not
speak English (although many do). Another good source of
information on these cameras is the US dealers that sell
them. Most of these dealers advertise in View Camera. Rather
than attempt to compile a complete listing of all dealers
carrying each product, I recommend browsing the ads in this
magazine to find dealers who carry the makes and models
of interest.
Brand and Model
Arca-Swiss F-Line
Arca-Swiss F-Line Metric
Arca-Swiss M-Line Monolith
K.B. Canham T657
K.B. Canham MQC
Ebony SV57/SV57E
Ebony SV57E/SV57UE
Ebony 57SUE
Fine Art Photo Supply Artworks 5x7
Gandolfi Traditional
Gandolfi Variant
Gowland All Movements
Gowland World’s Lightest 5x7
Linhof Kardan GT
Linhof Kardan Master GTL
Lotus Rapid Field 5x7
Osaka 5x7
Shen Hao HZX57-AIIT
Tachihara 57GF
Toho FC-57
Walker ABS 5x7 Wide
Wisner Traditional L
Wisner Technical Field
Wisner Pocket Expedition
Min. Ext.
(inches)
2.6
2.6
2.6
3
2.1
4.1
4.1
2.2
4.5
2.8
3.1
NA
NA
3.2
3
3
4.5
2.6
4.5
3.1
3.3
4.5
4.5
3
Max. Ext.
(inches)
19.7
19.7
19.7
26
24
23.8
23.8
15.6
18
22.5
19.1
20
20
18.5
21.5
26.8
18
23.6
18
21.7
13.4
30
30
24
Weight
(lbs.)
8.8
9.1
14.1
6
5.7
6.6/8.8
6.6/8/8
7.7
8.5
5.5
7.5
7
3
13.3
20
5.9
8.5
8.8
8.5
6.4
6.25
7.7
10
4.75
Front Movements
Swing Tilt
Shift Rise
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
n
y
o
y
o
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
n
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
n
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
Back Movements
Swing
Tilt
Shift
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
n
y
y
n
y
y
n
n
y
n
y
y
n
y
y
n
y
y
n
n
n
n
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
n
y
n
y
y
n
n
y
n
y
y
y
n
n
n
y
y
n
y
y
n
y
y
n
SRP($)
Rise
y
y
y
n
n
y
y
y
n
n
n
n
n
y
y
y
n
y
n
y
n
n
y
y
4060
4890
6690
2500
2500
4895/5495
5895/6495
5695
1439
3595
2575
1375
1450
4987
10000
3688
1375
1180
1299
2095
<2000
2295
2675
3195
Table 1. Comparison of Current 5x7 Cameras
Notes on Table 1:
o = added cost optional feature
Specs listed were provided by the manufacturers and represent base model cameras with no added accessories. For many models, accessories
such as extension rails, bag bellows and recessed lensboards are available for the accommodation of longer or shorter lenses.
Prices shown are suggested retail prices. Actual selling prices are determined by the dealers selling the cameras and may differ from the prices
shown in the table.
Table 2. Contact Information for 5x7 Camera Manufacturers
Arca-Swiss:
[email protected]
773-248-2513
K.B Canham:
www.canhamcameras.com
480-964-8624
Ebony:
www.ebonycamera.com
[email protected]
011-81-3-3972-3170
ArtWorks:
www.fineartphotosupply.com
[email protected]
585-865-4793
Lotus:
www.lotusviewcamera.at
[email protected]
011-43-6278-79-325-25
Osaka:
www.bromwellmarketing.com
[email protected]
412-321-4118
Shen Hao:
www.shen-hao.com
[email protected]
011-86-21-63044161
Tachihara:
011-81-3-3911-1794
Gandolfi:
www.gandolficameras.com
[email protected]
011-44-1747-820777
Toho:
www.toho-machine.co.jp
[email protected]
011-81-3-3908-0320
Gowland:
www.petergowland.com
[email protected]
310-454-7867
Walker:
www.walkercameras.com
[email protected]
011-44-151-630-5651
Linhof:
www.hpmarketingcorp.com
[email protected]
800-735-4373
Wisner:
www.wisner.com
[email protected]
800-848-0448
5 x 7 Films
Currently Available
There have been concerns expressed about the lack of film
available in the 5x7 format. So, here is a list of what is available
as of the publication of this issue.
If you are looking for a gutsy transparency film I would certainly
try the Ektachrome 64. Do some experimenting with its color. If
the color is too cool you can use a 5R, an 81 series filter, etc.
Kodak Black and White Films
T-Max 100 (cat.# 132-5000)
Tri-X Professional (cat.# 130-0078)
Kodak Color Transparency
EPR 64 (cat.# 122-5325)
EPY 64T (cat.# 120-8453)
Kodak Color Negative
Portra 160NC (cat.# 135-5825)
Ilford Black and White
FP4+
HP5+
It is not likely you will find any of the films below at the local
outlet. I would suggest contacting The View Camera Store, Photo
Habitat, PhotoMark, Lens and Repro, JandC Photo, and Bostick
and Sullivan.
Bergger Black and White
BPF 200 (BPF200/5x7)
Efke Black and White
Efke 100 (available from Jand C Photo)
Fuji Color Transparency (available only from Badger Graphics)
Astia
Velvia
Provia F
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