Large Format Cameras

In this video, I take a deep dive into the Zone VI Studios Large format cameras in both the 4x5 and 8x10 sizes. Chamonix Alpinist X Convertible Camera:    • 8 x10 Chamonix Alpinist X Convertible Review   How to focus a large format camera:    • Large Format Focusing Technique   Exercise for photographers:    • Exercise for Photographers   30 lb. large format backpack kit:    • My 8x10 Large Format Photography Backpack Kit   Nikon Nikkor 150mm SW lens review:    • Nikon Nikkor 150mm SW Lens Review   Filmed on the Canon R5C. 00:00 - Introduction to Zone VI Studios Cameras 00:47 - Identifying Your Camera's Production Era 02:08 - Dating the 8x10 vs 4x5 Models 03:01 - Core Features & Design Overview 03:49 - Unfolding & Setting Up the Standards 04:47 - Front Standard Movements (Tilt, Swing, Shift) 07:11 - Working with Wide-Angle Lenses 08:23 - Challenges with Front Standard Controls 10:02 - Lens Board Compatibility & Adapters 11:59 - Mounting Lenses & Mechanism Details 12:33 - Rear Standard Movements & Controls 13:38 - Ground Glass, Bail Levers, & Viewing Screens 14:20 - Switching Between Horizontal & Vertical 14:41 - Servicing & Customizing Your Camera 15:20 - Bellows Materials & Interchanging (Bag Bellows) 17:32 - Bellows Extension & Minimum Draw 18:33 - Focusing Techniques (Front vs Rear) 20:30 - Closing & Transporting the "Lunchbox" 21:44 - Performance Downsides & Weight Concerns 23:10 - Weight Comparisons with Modern Cameras 24:23 - Durability & Making Repairs 24:56 - Final Verdict: Would I Buy These in 2025? By clicking the links below, I may earn commission on any products that you purchase. Film Stocks: 35mm Kodak E100: https://amzn.to/3J9L8Lw 4x5 Kodak E100: https://amzn.to/49lMptH 35mm Kodak Ektar: https://amzn.to/3U65StR 4x5 Kodak Ektar: https://amzn.to/4apyXGf 8x10 Kodak Portra 160: https://amzn.to/4cOHHY4 120 Kodak Portra: https://amzn.to/3vyTnxE 35mm Kodak Portra 400: https://amzn.to/4aGxlb2 35mm Kodak Portra 800: https://amzn.to/4aDRgYJ 35mm Kodak Gold 200: https://amzn.to/3PPinr2 35mm Ilford Delta 100: https://amzn.to/4aofGFm 120 Ilford Delta 100: https://amzn.to/4cLslnc 4x5 Ilford Delta 100: https://amzn.to/3xqQi34 8x10 Ilford Delta 100: https://amzn.to/3U7bnsb Travel Gear: Labels: https://amzn.to/4gUbH6g Pelican 1615 case: https://amzn.to/4ahT3Cf Pelican 1510 case: https://amzn.to/3PMa9A5 8x10 Film Changing Tent: https://amzn.to/441I2D7 4x5/5x7 Film Changing Tent: https://amzn.to/3U4FgcE Film Changing Bag: https://amzn.to/3VP5cu7 Digital Alternative: Fujifilm GFX 100II: https://amzn.to/4aKgDYo Fujifilm GF100-200mm: https://amzn.to/3TQmd4J Fujifilm GF80mm: https://amzn.to/3PQulRk Fujifilm GF45-100mm: https://amzn.to/3xov5ab Fujifilm GF20-35mm: https://amzn.to/43RCvPo Camera Gear I use in my videos: Camera Body: https://amzn.to/3PrFg3Z 85mm Lens: https://amzn.to/3v0Z0Ef 50mm Lens: https://amzn.to/3SWnzKJ Camera Power Supply: https://amzn.to/3SZZmmD Wireless Lav mic: https://amzn.to/3BPzjdn Shotgun mic: https://amzn.to/3ThkA0M Video Main Light: https://amzn.to/4gSLVzh Video Light Modifier: https://amzn.to/3V4tC2n Video Background Light: https://amzn.to/3PrFBnh Light Stand: https://amzn.to/42YWA5I Backdrop: https://amzn.to/4iXH69x 5-in-1 Reflector: https://amzn.to/3DBZqVL Tripod: https://amzn.to/3SYUcaG Tripod Head: https://amzn.to/49Sr0ZC Travel Tripod: https://amzn.to/3wCZ8KH Tripod Mounting Plate: https://amzn.to/3Irbd8h Teleprompter: https://amzn.to/3YNA5jZ Film Scanning Gear Wet Mounting Tray: https://amzn.to/3VAUeIr