Hi there
Have been looking at Polaroid 110B cameras which have been converted to take various format holders including 5x4. I have been doing a bit of internet research and the 'Byron' conversion looks like a very elegant solution, although I understand the frame is cropped slightly, I know there are other professional services out there along with other DIY efforts.
Does anyone have experience with these cameras and any tips, also I might be interested in buying a 110B model as this is the first step? If anyone has one of these conversions I would love to have a look at one in the flesh maybe we could work out a hire deal or something?
As always any information gratefully received.
Cheers
Chris
Polaroid conversions?
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Re: Polaroid conversions?
Hi Chris
I have a Razzle conversion which I bought from a forum member a few years ago. It's based on a 110B and it's a great design and quick in operation. It has the standard Rodenstock 127mm lens, which I find to be a good focal length, wider than normal and which more-or-less matches the whole area of the viewfinder.
The camera seems more fragile than something like a Speed Graphic or MPP MicroPress, but I suppose it was never meant to be a press camera, and should be treated with more care.
If you'd like to contact me directly my email address can be found here: http://www.flickr.com/people/mattbigwood/
Matt
I have a Razzle conversion which I bought from a forum member a few years ago. It's based on a 110B and it's a great design and quick in operation. It has the standard Rodenstock 127mm lens, which I find to be a good focal length, wider than normal and which more-or-less matches the whole area of the viewfinder.
The camera seems more fragile than something like a Speed Graphic or MPP MicroPress, but I suppose it was never meant to be a press camera, and should be treated with more care.
If you'd like to contact me directly my email address can be found here: http://www.flickr.com/people/mattbigwood/
Matt
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Re: Polaroid conversions?
Thanks very much for that Matt I'll drop you an email.
Chris
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