Posted by Alec on October 19, 2000 at 17:01:07:
In Reply to: Re: Need advise on purchase of 4x5 Speed Graphic posted by Kent on October 19, 2000 at 15:51:08:Kent
The camera is pretty. But, if you want a "user",
I would recommend looking for a Pacemaker. Also,
do you really want a Speed? Do you have a need
for the focal plane shutter? To me, its just
something else to go wrong, and it adds to the
weight!
Don't get hung up on the focuscope. Stephen
Shuart advertises them all the time for $25.
Besides, from what I can tell, that may not even
be the latest focuscope. The best model had a
collapsing, telescoping feature [good if your
camera gets bumped while you are focusing], and
that one just looks like the rigid one to me.
Finally, you'll sure be able to use more
accessories with the Pacemaker if you get one with
a Graflok back. Opens the door to roll holders,
etc.
No doubt it is pretty, and a collector might well
find it worthwhile. I've seen awfully good
looking Pacemakers go for much less - with newer
glass and shutters.