Enlargers - 6 x 9 - 21/4 x 31/4 - Condenser Choices?

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• Jun 14, 2006

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My Omega B8 works well but I think I should
perhaps update. A Beseler 23C-III XL is the only
one I've pinned down as available new or used.
Is that my only choice? Dan

 

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• Jun 14, 2006

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The way enlargers are today, you might consider 4x5. If you don't have the room, there are still choices. I don't know them all, but I have a Kodak condenser from the 40s or 50s that handles 6x9 nicely.

 

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• Jun 16, 2006

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Loose Gravel said:

The way enlargers are today, you might consider 4x5.

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Actually I might consider a 6x7. That's as large as I
shoot. I could keep the B8 for those old shoe boxed
family photos. Are there any for serious workers
6x7 condensers you know of? Dan