Nope. Still want one!
According to at least one Grok query
The answer of a LLM (large language model) cannot be considered reliable in any way, and anybody who pretends to believe that Grok / ChatGPT or other tools are a reliable source of information, are fooling themselves into costly mistakes to come.
It's a rabbit hole. First the camera, back and a prime lens. Then a wide angle and a mild telephoto for portraits. Maybe a sturdier (or lighter) tripod and a nice ball-head. A new case or bag to put it all in. The distant call of a high-resolution digital back that just connects without modifications, cables or hassle. A faster computer with more RAM to handle those humongous files. A large-format inkjet printer to really show-off those incredible photos...and don't forget the expensive divorce!Buy one. In this digital age film cameras are cheap as chips. Or do you want a Hasselblad with a digital back?
Well, the 500 CM kit that I eyeballing includes 3 backs, and 3 lenses... If I do purchase it, and I get along with it, I may add a couple more lenses. Film only. No digi-back. I'm also saving up for Ilford's next ultra-largeformat campaign. I really would like a box of 14x17 pan film, instead of always being stuck with XRAY... $2 a sheet vs $36 Cdn a sheet! Do NOT tell the wife!
It's a rabbit hole. First the camera, back and a prime lens. Then a wide angle and a mild telephoto for portraits. Maybe a sturdier (or lighter) tripod and a nice ball-head. A new case or bag to put it all in. The distant call of a high-resolution digital back that just connects without modifications, cables or hassle. A faster computer with more RAM to handle those humongous files. A large-format inkjet printer to really show-off those incredible photos...and don't forget the expensive divorce!
Depending on what the 3 lenses are, one generally doesn't need more than that.
When I was a kid I thought CM stood for Apollo "Command Module". Certainly don't need a digital back, Instax for sure.
ULF campaign. 10 or 25 sheet boxes? Yowsa that's a lot of money. Sure is nice film!
A 50, 80, and 150...
A Hassy kit with 3 lenses, two back gets pretty heavy. I just as soon have a 4x5.
The Hassy kit sure was faster though.
The Nons back is definitely an option...
I started with just a body (500C), older 12 back with view window and a non-"T" 80mm. Shot several weddings with just that and then took the earnings from those weddings and bought two more backs, a 50mm and then the 150mm. I used that setup for many years and loved it. I did add a EL body just for backup, but never used it much for weddings since it was a little noisier than the 500C. I maybe an odd duck, but I still buy the old 12 backs when I see them cheap enough. They are, or were for me, much more trouble free and I never minded checking the window for frame number "1". In fact, I liked making sure that darn film advanced to frame "1" since I could see it with my own eyes. Andy, that setup you're talking about will be perfect for you. As for your 14X17 system and good film? I think my 8X10, two lenses and 5 holders was expensive and heavy..........? I can't imagine the back pain and the wallet pain you're experiencing with 14X17 and don't want to either. I do bet you smile when you see the results from the 14X17 and that's something I'll probably never be able to afford or do. You got me there!A 50, 80, and 150...
I hump around my 8x10, with 6 lenses, 6 holders...Same with my RB...3 lenses, 3 holders... And don't forget the 14x17 + 4 lenses (mind you I drag it around on wheels LOL). All way heavier than any Hasselblad kit, I'll bet!
Or a 60, 100, and 180
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