12Contemporary View Cameras
The ideal situation for a photographer who is considering buying a view camera is to work under a variety of conditions with each of the many cameras now on the market—as one would test-drive new cars before buying one. Since that is not possible, the next best approach is to become familiar with the features and prices of the various cameras and then narrow the choices to those that appear to best meet the needs of the photographer with respect to the intended use of the camera. This chapter reviews refinements that have been made in view cameras, lenses, and accessories since the time of the early cameras discussed in the preceding chapter, to help the reader in interpreting the information in the Table of Features ...
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