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Comment on Video Introduction to Arca-Swiss R Cameras by Rod Klukas

Rod Klukas — Sun, 30 Oct 2011 21:05:14 +0000

Hi Dan,

Thanks very much for your comments. I’ll be returning on Wednesday, if you have further questions.
It was a pleasure to meet you at PhotoPlus!

Regards,

Rod

Comment on Video Introduction to Arca-Swiss R Cameras by Dan

Dan — Sun, 30 Oct 2011 18:14:12 +0000

excellent video and demo. like the camera very much. I met Mr klukas at the show in New York where he gave me a demonstration with the camera. I am impressed.

Comment on Video Introduction to Arca-Swiss R Cameras by Rod Klukas

Rod Klukas — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 16:03:57 +0000

Hi Peter,

We have passed along your inquiry to Martin Vogt at Arca-Swiss International in France. He will be contacting you shortly with more information about dealers in your part of the world.
In the meantime, I can answer any technical questions you may have about M-Line, RM3di, and RM2d.

Regards,

Rod

Comment on Video Introduction to Arca-Swiss R Cameras by Peter Chong

Peter Chong — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 14:38:06 +0000

Hi Rod,

I am wondering if you can recommend a dealer for RM3 plus M-line2. I live in Singapore, and as far as I can tell, there is no Arca dealer here. I do travel to Switzerland and Germany several times a year, so i guess with the absenceof a dealer, I can demo and buy there.

I intend to use the camera with the Rm3 as front standard for macro, and the RM3 alone for landscape. Would the rm2 be a better choice?

Comment on The Wet Plate Process by Rod Klukas

Rod Klukas — Sun, 31 Jul 2011 21:31:50 +0000

Thanks Ben. I have some new contacts for Collodion instruction and workshops that I will email to you.

Plus, don’t forget The Center for Alternative Photography in New York.
http://www.capworkshops.org/

Rod

Comment on Arca-Swiss RL3d by Richard

Richard — Sat, 30 Jul 2011 02:49:34 +0000

Just getting into large format and the RL3D is of particular interest for the work I want to do. While working in 4×5 one selects lenses based on that format, while medium format requires totally different lenses. Do you need separate lenses for both 4×5 film work and medium format digital backs? It appears from the limited information i’ve read that you don’t? Also, focusing seems arduous as with all large formats, especially with hi-res digital backs that are very unforgiving ie Phase One IQ180, so how is this accomplished with any precision? What is the largest medium format back the RL3D will accept, 6×9 or 6×12? Is there a laser rangefinder accessory available, for precise distance measurement? Can I do extreme close up work with this camera and what lenses does Swiss Arca already have mounted for this type of work? Thank you.

Comment on The Wet Plate Process by Ben

Ben — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 04:04:48 +0000

I really want to learn how to do this, but it’s kind of frightening–the prospect of working with so much poisonous stuff. It’s also just really really hard to find people who can show you. Thanks for the video, I feel really inspired though to keep trying.

Comment on Video Introduction to Arca-Swiss R Cameras by Jim Baldwin

Jim Baldwin — Sat, 11 Jun 2011 14:51:32 +0000

Hello Rod, Thanks for an excellant introduction to the ARCA R. ARCA SWISS continues to amaze with features and usability. Now we wait for a digital back with live view.

Comment on Kodak Large & Ultra Large Format Special Order Film by Kodak film lovers

Kodak film lovers — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 08:49:17 +0000

Hope this does not mean “last orders”! Thanks for the info.

Comment on Video Introduction to Arca-Swiss R Cameras by John Prouty

John Prouty — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 02:39:00 +0000

Great video Rod. Awesome camera! As usual Arca Swiss has really covered the bases here in a well designed tool for creative professionals.