Sinar F1: The flimsy front standard

Darryl Roberts

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• Jun 22, 2025

• #1

Hi,

I like my damn near free F1. The front standard is flimsy compared to the rear. Is there a better front standard option?

Thank you

 

MARTIE

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• Jun 22, 2025

• #2

Yes, the Sinar front standard of the f2, part number 431.61 or 431.62

It is also possible to use another rear standard as a front standard but in the reversed position.

https://www.pacificrimcamera.com/rl/00396/00396.pdf

 

Last edited: Jun 22, 2025

DREW WILEY

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• Jun 22, 2025

• #3

In order of increased weight : F2 front standard, Sinar Norma standard, any X or p series standard of appropriate format size.

The problem with the F1 front standard is that it's really just an intermediate bellows standard.