Tilt Shifts

[ericdan]

Large format 4x5 and 8x10 cameras all have movements by default. In 135 there Nikon, Canon and Samyang tilt shift lenses. Is there anything equivalent in the medium format world other than the Rollei SL66 ?

 

[Poisson Du Jour]

The Hasselblad Flexbody is one example:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/125930877@N07/15831031908

 

[Theo Sulphate]

The absolute ---->>> K I N G <<<---- of medium format movements is the Fuji GX680III:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fuji_GX680

For RB67 there is a shift lens and there is a tilt/shift adapter for the RZ67.

You can also choose a medium format back on a Speed/Crown Graphic (or use a smaller format model). Not sure if you were considering press/field cameras.

 

[locutus]

I have a Horseman VH-R, 6x9 Technica-style camera. Front shift/rise/tilt/swing. Movements become cramped with the 65mm though.

 

[RauschenOderKorn]

There is a Schneider-Kreuznach Super Angulon PCS 4,5/55mm for the Rolleiflex SLX/600X (non PQ-Shutter) and 6008/HY6 (PQ-Shutter). It allows nice Tilt&Shift for MF, even for the latest MF SLR bodies from Rolleiflex.

 

[Neal]

There is a Mamiya M645 lens (50mm?) that has shift but no tilt.

Neal Wydra

 

[spijker]

The HARTBLEI 45mm Super-Rotator Tilt Shift Lens is available for the mamiya, contax and pentax 645 cameras.

 

[Dan Fromm]

The absolute ---->>> K I N G <<<---- of medium format movements is the Fuji GX680III

Interesting if true. Are you aware of 2x3 view cameras? A few makes come to mind. In alphabetical order, Arca-Swiss, Cambo, Galvin, Linhof, ...

Why compromise? If you want what a view camera can do, get a view camera.

 

[jeffreythree]

Mamiya Super 23(?) has tilt and swing on the back.

 

[Theo Sulphate]

Interesting if true. Are you aware of 2x3 view cameras? A few makes come to mind. In alphabetical order, Arca-Swiss, Cambo, Galvin, Linhof, ...

Why compromise? If you want what a view camera can do, get a view camera.

True. Initially I did not think the OP was considering them.

 

[Sirius Glass]

The Hasselblad Flexbody is one example:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/125930877@N07/15831031908

Also the Hasselblad ArcBody.

 

[DREW WILEY]

I've always been astounded at what Flexbodies and Arcbodies sold for, and still sell for. They were never popular, and were a really poor substitute for a view camera to begin with, and don't involve a whole lot. For what a Hassie and one of these cost, you could probably set up your own machine shop and mass produce them. GX680 systems now sell at bargain prices. They're a nice studio system, but not very practical for field or travel use.
Bigger than most view cameras.

 

[Sirius Glass]

I've always been astounded at what Flexbodies and Arcbodies sold for, and still sell for. They were never popular, and were a really poor substitute for a view camera to begin with, and don't involve a whole lot. For what a Hassie and one of these cost, you could probably set up your own machine shop and mass produce them. GX680 systems now sell at bargain prices. They're a nice studio system, but not very practical for field or travel use.
Bigger than most view cameras.

We agree on this.

 

[wiltw]

There is a Schneider-Kreuznach Super Angulon PCS 4,5/55mm for the Rolleiflex SLX/600X (non PQ-Shutter) and 6008/HY6 (PQ-Shutter). It allows nice Tilt&Shift for MF, even for the latest MF SLR bodies from Rolleiflex.

Same lens was also manufactured with a Bronica E mount to fit the ETRS.

 

[Poisson Du Jour]

We agree on this.

I agree too. Don't see very many of these now, or then, and probably confined themselves to production studioes e.g. product photography, modelling, cars or the like. I thought Russian photographer Oleg Novikov may have used one at some stage but he is big on saving weight when he goes travelling.

 

[paul ron]

The absolute ---->>> K I N G <<<---- of medium format movements is the Fuji GX680III:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fuji_GX680

.

Hail the KING!
YES, I want one.

 

[williaty]

Mamiya RZ67 system has both a 75mm lens with shift built in and a tilt-shift adapter device (small bellows) to use with a special short-barrel 75mm and 180mm lens.

 

[Neil Poulsen]

I know you're asking about tilt/shift lenses, but it's worth mentioning that there are medium format view cameras. For example, there are used Arca-Swiss models, Linhof models, or a clamshell like the Horseman. More difficult to find and not currently made, Toyo and Cambo MF view cameras occasionally make a rare appearance on EBay.

Lenses for these view cameras tend to be less expensive, smaller, and lighter. MF view cameras accept roll-film holders. Per exposure, film is much less expensive, and it can be loaded in the field w/out a change bag or tent. I have three or four larger view cameras, but I also enjoy using an MF view camera.

 

[wiltw]

There is a Schneider-Kreuznach Super Angulon PCS 4,5/55mm for the Rolleiflex SLX/600X (non PQ-Shutter) and 6008/HY6 (PQ-Shutter). It allows nice Tilt&Shift for MF, even for the latest MF SLR bodies from Rolleiflex.

Same lens was also manufactured with a Bronica E mount to fit the ETRS.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rollei-Schn...237815?hash=item2cac894337:g:Fv0AAOSwr0ZXONvB only $5700!

When I used to see one on Bronica E mount for a very long time at swap meets in CA, the guy was asking $5000, one went for sale in 2012 for only $2500!

In 2014 one in a Rollei mount was offered for only $1500!

 

[DREW WILEY]

My Ebony 4x5 weighs less than most med format SLR's, and the lenses are WAY lighter. You don't need a big heavy tube; the bellows does that.
Plus I can readily switch between roll-film backs and full 4x5 holders. But going down the path of that kind of discussion involves a different manner
of shooting. MF gear is generally chosen for a different reason. You give up most of the controls possible with view cameras, but gain working speed
or perhaps convenience. Technical cameras with optional rangefinder focus are a hybrid category.

 

[ericdan]

Maybe a 4x5 is still the best way to go. Still seems that 4x5 Linhof or Wista for example are much more flexible.
In medium format there just aren't that many choices.
And Canon Nikon Tilt shifts don't work on 35mm film SLRs.