The use of a field camera lends itself to a different mindset from that of a digital slr.
Toyo field 45a vs 45aii.
Toyo the leader in field and rail large format cameras designed the new 45cf field camera based on classic design elements from proven workhorse cameras such as the legendary speed crown graphic and toyo 45aii and ax series.
Toyo 45a or wista 45sp.
When every ounce counts the 45cf is the perfect choice for on location 4x5 shooting.
I absolutely think its worth the extra cash to get the revolving back as its so quick and easy compared to the non revolving back.
The former requires time and contemplation while the later offers convenience and speed.
I tote my toyo 45aii around in a backpack along with lenses filters focusing cloth ground glass magnifier and film holders.
The toyo field 45aii offers the best of possibilities with exceptional valuein a full featured portable ruggged and lightweight 4x5 technical fieldcamera.
Weighing a mere 6 1 lbs and folding to a compact 4 2 x 7 4 x 8 2 it combines modern alloy durability with classic design.
The only difference is that the aii has a revolving back and the other model doesn t.
I rushed to buy a technika after realising the bulk of my kardan bi 13x18cm.
Its important to note that toyo makes 2 versions of this field camera.
The 45a and 45aii.
Discussion in large format started by ben telford jul 15 2016.
New listing mint toyo field 45 a ii l 4x5 camera cut holder x4 for linhof from japan 974.
Getting a monorail into the field is more awkward though.