Shen hao vs chamonix 33 I've been using since I started. Jul 22, 2014 · Aloha all! Been doing a bunch of researchand almost to the point of just closing my eyes and making a decision. Then all in a sudden, Shen Hao started to make FCL series 57 810 camera, with the focusing knob bellow the screen. Feb 19, 2020 · The Shen Hao can infinity focus a wide angle lens by advancing the rear standard instead of moving the front stardard backward. I've essentially "settled" on the Chominix F2 (about $1300). Reviews can be found for these models on their own elsewhere, but this post will serve to compare and contrast. This could easily turn into a Shen-Hao vs Chamonix thread. Join our insightful photographic forum today and start tapping into a huge wealth of photographic knowledge. I have owned an 2002 Shen Hao and Chamonix N2. the technika off-center drilled doesn't seems to be the best option for this chamonix i assume. I've been recommended this forum from the flickr large format group. I have the Shen Hao FCL-810a and its a fine camera. Mar 10, 2008 · However, in the following of this, i would rise a question about recessed lensboards for the chamonix 4x5". Great to see you here. Nov 16, 2007 · I would like to know opinions betwen the two cameras shen hao and chamonix because i don´t know which to buy all opinions are welcome shen hao 4x10 vs chamonix 4x10 - Page 2 Help Re: shen hao 4x10 vs chamonix 4x10 I use an 8x10 Wehman with a splitter board. Both are equally easy to use on the field, although I feel a bit more safe with the Shen Hao when bigger lenses are in place and it also offers a kind of graflok back i have a shen hao 4x5 and love it, quality seems to be great to me, i have never used a chamonix though so cant comment on those, my shen weighs in just under 3 pounds, its the ptb45, the camera i was used to was a toyo view 45gII that weighs in at around 13 pounds, the gII was very precise though, the ptb was kind of hard to get used to but now i wouldnt trade it for 2 toyo's, you can hike So I've kind of narrowed things down to a new Shen-Hao or a Chamonix. Re: Shen Hao vs. Last Post: 16-Nov-2007, 15:06. So I've kind of narrowed things down to a new Shen-Hao or a Chamonix. Hi , I have an 8x10 Tachihara i only use for B&W , I shoot all my colour work on a Chamonix 5x8 will get to 72 inches (9X enlargement)so eqivalent to45 inches on 5x4 ,you get two shots on a 8x10 sheet ,more usable lenses, better DOF than 8x10 ,lighter than 8x10 ,Need i go on , I thought i would use the 8x10 for colour but i reach for the chamonix every time . That's what I own now and I'm no longer looking for another 4x5. I was thinking about adding the 5x7 back to the Chamonix to give me a technically more advanced and reliable system and leave the Intrepid aside or as a backup. Considering Tachihara, Shen-Hao, and Chamonix. i have a shen hao 4x5 and love it, quality seems to be great to me, i have never used a chamonix though so cant comment on those, my shen weighs in just under 3 pounds, its the ptb45, the camera i was used to was a toyo view 45gII that weighs in at around 13 pounds, the gII was very precise though, the ptb was kind of hard to get used to but now i wouldnt trade it for 2 toyo's, you can hike Nov 21, 2020 · Ok guys, totally unique thread herenever been done before浪 I'm pretty much ready to move on from my Cambo monorail and get something wooden. 19. I'm open to other suggestions. i wish you luck in what ever camera you end up with . It’s more solid and more capable. By prado333 in forum Cameras & Camera Accessories Replies: 24 Last Post: 16-Nov-2007, 15:06. Chamonix. Thanks much for your comments, Zack Sep 30, 2008 · I'm sure the Tachihara is a great camera--they've been around for a long time and the owners seem generally pleased. The 45F-2 has some additional features over the PTB/N-2 - the separated controls for front rise/tilt are largely why I chose the F-2 over the other models. However the newer models seem to have larger knobs. The Chamonix cost $2,240. Oktober 2020 um 19:26; Joerg O. Though now I see they are priced about the same. The Shen Hao is a fine camera but just not made to the same standards at the Chamonix. I´m currently using the Grandagon-N 90mm 4. About the same design. Of the three Shen-Hao seems to be the only one with rear rise. What's your experience? I'm looking for a 5x7 field camera that's a little more adjustable than the Kodak no. Shen Hao seems to have the price edge, Chamonix a possible quality advantage. Both are fine cameras. 00. This post will serve to report my findings. The Shen Hao is the more traditional style. Digg; shen hao hzx57 is old model, while FCL57 is new model. I did a comparison of the shenhao vs. i have a shen hao 4x5 and love it, quality seems to be great to me, i have never used a chamonix though so cant comment on those, my shen weighs in just under 3 pounds, its the ptb45, the camera i was used to was a toyo view 45gII that weighs in at around 13 pounds, the gII was very precise though, the ptb was kind of hard to get used to but now i wouldnt trade it for 2 toyo's, you can hike Nov 16, 2007 · I would like to know opinions betwen the two cameras shen hao and chamonix because i don´t know which to buy all opinions are welcome The Chamonix weighs about what the Tachihara weighs (2 lbs lighter than the Shen Hao), has a longer bellows extension than either camera (about 15" vs 13" for the Tachihara and 12" for the Shen Hao unless you fiddle around with base and axis tilt on the Shen Hao to extend the bellows beyond the camera bed, which gains another 2" but which is a Covered below are the Chamonix 045N-1, Shen Hao HZX45IIA, and the Shen Hao TZ45IIB. (Philips . Mark Forums Read Feb 22, 2015 · Typicallly I don’t post gear reviews here, but this will be the exception. Nice stuff on your website; I think a view camera will definitely be a good fit for your style of shooting. 5, Apo Sironar W 150mm and Apo Sironar S 210mm. (Philips shen hao 4x10 vs chamonix 4x10. I was wondering what others thought about this. I concidered to buy a Shen-Hao when I was gathering information about lightweight low cost folding 4x5 cameras. From what I can see the Chamonix 45F-2 doesn't have that possibility. Great forum about Large Format Camera!!!<br /> Since I gave up buying Ebony SW45 because of my budget, I have found two cameras in which I'm interested (Chamonix 45n-1 and Shen Hao TFC45-IIB) for my documentary project. Oct 19, 2020 · Shen Hao vs Intrepid vs Chamonix (4x5) Großformatkamera. What I remember standing out the most to me was the difference in fit and finish between the two cameras. Apr 5, 2010 · Remember Me? Unified View; LF Home Page; Forum Guidelines; Forum; FAQ; Calendar; Forum Actions. The Chamonix is the popular Phillips style construction. i have a shen hao 4x5 and love it, quality seems to be great to me, i have never used a chamonix though so cant comment on those, my shen weighs in just under 3 pounds, its the ptb45, the camera i was used to was a toyo view 45gII that weighs in at around 13 pounds, the gII was very precise though, the ptb was kind of hard to get used to but now i wouldnt trade it for 2 toyo's, you can hike Dec 20, 2021 · Shen Hao and Chamonix are the best known large format field camera makers in China, with both producing very well made and innovative cameras. shen hao hzx57 is old model, while FCL57 is new model. Focus knob is on the front. Hi together, I´m an owner of a Chamonix 45H1 and Intrepid 5x7 camera. When the Shen-Hao 8x10 first came on the market, it was about $1000 less than the Chamonix, so I went that route. Either way, you might check out the Shen-Hao 4x5 cameras, they list SIX different models from which to choose. I have the Shen-Hao FCL810 and, though it weighs more than the Chamonix, it has more features on the front standard. At a price about $400 less than Wista and about $200 more than Shen and Tachihara the Chamonix combines the best features of all of them - low weight of Wista and Tachihara, 2-3 inch longer bellows than any of them, interchangeable bellows, front axis (as opposed to base) tilt, international back, bubble levels all over, better constructed IMHO Off the top of my head, the other options that can currently be purchased new are Canham, Shen Hao and (I think, though one doesn't hear much about them these days) Lotus. I'm looking to buy my first 4x5 soon. So I am thinking either a Shen Hao XPO or a Linhof Technika would be a plus as the standards are by default parallel. I consider the Chamonix N2 a bit fidgety but at the same time very versatile for set up. I haven't used a Shen Hao but I have handled one, and I happened to have my Chamonix 045N-2 with me at the time so I could make a direct comparison. Feb 19, 2020 · I have the Shen Hao you are considering, it is an excellent camera, I have used the model prior to the current Chamonix camera once alongside my Shen Hao. I own the chamonix and I am very happy with it. Mar 20, 2009 · Hello, all. It was fine but the chamonix's (45n-2) are better built, sturdier, more versatile, and lighter. It's an 8. The obvious older options are Korona and F&S; the non-obvious option no longer available new is the Phillips, of which few were made. Zhang. Shen Hao vs. shen hao 4x10 vs chamonix 4x10. Shen Hao 4x10 vs Canham 4x10. By squiress in forum Cameras & Camera Accessories Replies: 14 The wista dx is pretty similar to the tachihara or Osaka brand of cameras (and similar to the non Phillips style shen hao) My personal preference in terms of how the camera functions (knobs) was for the tachihara. i was in the same boat as you a week ago . If I remember correctly, shen hao made 45 57 810 in the HZX series. That said, the chamonix is a better camera. But figured I'd post, b/cwhy not :) Professional photog (35mm DSLR) and adding a 4x5 system for my (landscape) nude and portrait work. chamonix on the lf forum a couple years back if you search there. then what kind of recessed lensboard can be use with the 045N-1 ? Shen Hao's ? Jan 9, 2014 · 4x5 view camera with 6x17 back vs. Joerg O. I'd like to spend less than $1000. However, if you install a Fresnel there, you will need to either drill a hole in the middle of the Fresnel, or adjust the GG position to overcome the focus shift caused by the Fresnel between the GG and the lens. All are field cameras with their own strengths and The Shen Hao seems like it would fit my needs, but some people either love or hate these from what I read so I am just trying to put it all together and see how the Chamonix fits into the 4X5 field camera market. The Chamonix is extremely light and completely rigid and the build quality is beautiful. Cost for a new SH XPO is $1050, cost for a used Technika V seems to be from $1200-$1800, so lets call it $1500. By bobwysiwyg in forum Cameras & Camera Accessories Replies: 7 Last Post: 30-Jul-2009, 19:27. The knobs on the Shen Hao were smaller and more plentiful so each knob had a function. Shen Hao produce around a dozen formats from 4 x 5 to 12 x 20 in black walnut and aluminium alloy. I can get a Shen-Hao from Badger, which appeals to me because I live in Wisconsin. Chamonix: + lighter, even though it's bigger + more bellows extension (600mm plus) + rigidity +/- large Sinar type boards - minimum bellows extension is around 110mm Shen Hao: + smaller Mar 23, 2009 · Hello, all. 57/810 may have a little bit knobs than 45. Completing our simple registration process will allow you to gain access to exclusive content, add your own topics and posts, share your work and connect with other members through your own private inbox! Mar 19, 2009 · Hello, all. If I did, I'd go with the Shen-Hao. 7lb camera with the extension bed attached, 8lbs w/0 and the camera will focus a 450mm at infinity before needing the extension bed. I will shoot mainly urban landscap Feb 22, 2015 · Typicallly I don’t post gear reviews here, but this will be the exception. Chamonix, Shen Hao, Philips Construction. Mar 14, 2009 · <p>This is my first post here. Covered below are the Chamonix 045N-1, Shen Hao HZX45IIA, and the Shen Hao TZ45IIB. Feb 9, 2010 · The Shen Hao cameras also seem to be a little cheaper, and more cheaply made, than Chamonix and some other cameras in the same price class, and I prefer to pay a little more and get a little more. I find I now back focus more then fine tune with front Jun 23, 2011 · <p>I have a Shen Hao and like it, but would be happy with the Chamonix too if I could get one in walnut. Anyway, sorry about this, I don't mean to criticize your choice, and this is just my decision process for myself. Mar 9, 2012 · I've only owned one shen hao camera, the hzx. i was a few days away from buying a shen hao though , i spoke to the guy at badger graphics and a fellow at midwest camera a few times about it . Sep 9, 2009 · Not sure if shen-hao sells these, but I believe they can make it for you if you ask Mr. Hi I'm new to field cameras (4x5) but hope to get one within the next 6 months. That prevents the risk of having the front rail in the picture frame with, for exemple, the 75mm I intend to use. Another issue is the style of construction. Jan 31, 2013 · Stir it up. Recently, much to my wife’s amusment, I’ve gone through a carousel of 4x5 cameras looking for the one that fits my needs the best. All are field cameras with their own strengths and weaknesses. The Chamonix has the carbon base instead of the wood one of the Shen Hao, which may or may not be important to you. Are you asking about the Shen-Hao HZX-45IIA, or the Shen-Hao PTB 45? The PTB 45 is a close copy of the Chamonix 4X5. I will shoot mainly urban landscap I own the chamonix and I am very happy with it. And somebody on ebay has a number of Chamonix in stock, so I wouldn't have to wait 6 months. All three are wooden folding flat bed cameras, but the PTB-45 and the Chamonix 4X5 are similar in design to Dick Phillips cameras , and the HZX-45IIA is a conventional double focusing rack design. The Shen Hao has rear shift, whereas the Chamonix has its shift on the front. Chamonix I've both 5x7' cameras (please, don't ask me why!!!), but the Chamonix is the horizontal model and it obviously is a champion on the light weight league. 00 . Faced with the choice between the Shen Hao, Tachihara, and the Chamonix--I got a Chamonix 45N-1 and have no regrets. Shen Hao PTB 617 Pros (versus PTB 617) Cheaper (if you already have a 4x5!) - approx $500; Not another camera to own; Less overall weight than two cameras, but heavier than just carrying the PTB 617; Cons (versus PTB 617) Pain to mount ground glass, focus, unmount, and then mount roll film back I have the Chamonix 5x8, my brother has Shen Hao FCL-57. There are slight differences and on paper, the Chamonix is the better camera. Jan 22, 2013 · I have a Shen-Hao HZX 4X5-IIA and have been extremely pleased with it. All are field cameras with their own strengths and May 27, 2018 · Both are fine. Chamonix offer 20 field cameras from 4 x 5 to 20 x 24, in cherry/teak, carbon fibre and anodized aluminium. If your budget will allow I would say go with the Chamonix because of the weight issue. I also looked into the Chamonix 45N2 but ended up going with the Shen-Hao because Chamonix did not have any available ant it was several months out before they would. Bookmarks. I just put the camera on tripod, slide the front standard out to marked positions and voila, ready to focus and shoot. i ended up with a very nice used wisner 4x5 technical for $750. Some quick notes (we have not really done the comparison yet, both cameras are new to us). 00 The Shen Hao only cost $1,695. I've been doing lots of research, asking a lot of people questions, and learning as much as possible. skorzen . The Shen Hao will out-move most moderately priced lenses (at least the HZX45-IIA, which is the one I have and would probably continue to prefer over the newer TZ version (with aluminum/silver-coloured hardware) as it has more movements). The Shen Hao is a bit less money, but the Chamonix let's you use lenses longer than 300mm. azgl axms mkb zqerr xpwowjn evfajmmx pzfo togcfvr hgxm vcivw