[Konvas] Large format/plate cameras

[Dan Cordle]

It might be worthwhile mentioning that an old Rolleiflex MX with a f3.5 Tessar lens (in good condition) is capable of delivering outsdanding 6x6 images and can be had quite cheaply. You can carry it in your coat pocket without feeling any extra weight. And when you take it out of your pocket, be prepared for the oohs and aahs of people who wish they were as cool as you.  True, it doesn't give you the ability to change lenses, and there are no film backs to swap out. But in many ways, it's a perfect little camera. I use it for family snapshots, but have also done portrait and travel photos with it.
Here's a comparison test between a few medium format options. I'm not by any means an expert on camera testing, and can't say if the results of the test are accurate. But it's interesting to read: www.hevanet.com/cperez/test/fourcameras.html
For a face off between Hasselbad and Rolleiflex, take a look here - it will make you smile:
www.hasselbladhistorical.eu/HS/HSHmeetsR.aspx 

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