Just got a LF camera! :) Could use some advice though.

djacobox372

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• Apr 27, 2011

• #26

The speed graphic is my lf camera of choice. The stock 135mm optars aren't bad but i've found the contrast to suffer--especially in bright conditions. I suggest upgrading to a modern coated lens. It should only cost you $300 or less.

 

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• Apr 27, 2011

• #27

Try a 203 7.7 Ektar for a shorter telephoto for your portraits.
These are fairly abundant and you dont need to stop down so much for performance.

 

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• Apr 27, 2011

• #28

brucemuir said:

Try a 203 7.7 Ektar for a shorter telephoto for your portraits.
These are fairly abundant and you dont need to stop down so much for performance.

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Roger Cole

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• Apr 28, 2011

• #29

Welcome to APUG and LF. I echo the recommendation of the 203 f/7.7 Ektar. I really like mine.