Large format queries

alternatve · 11th December 2007

Hello all,

Is there anywhere in SG that sells Graphic cameras, more specifically a Century or a Pacemaker Graphic? I'm looking for the 2x3 version, but 4x5 versions are alright as well.

Thanks a bunch.

Samuel

photobum · 12th December 2007

Originally Posted by alternatve

Hello all,

Is there anywhere in SG that sells Graphic cameras, more specifically a Century or a Pacemaker Graphic? I'm looking for the 2x3 version, but 4x5 versions are alright as well.

Thanks a bunch.

Samuel

Try Ron's Camera at Adelphi. Used to see one there.

KeithT · 14th December 2007

My father used these cameras when he was a press photographer, with the Malayan Tiger Standard. So I started my own collection, but I bought my cameras from eBay. If you are unable to find one, send a PM to me and I will put you in touch with someone who might be able to assist. All of my purchases were made when I was in the UK, because they tend to be rare in Singapore. I have seen some ClubSnap members who have the cameras so perhaps someone might be willing to sell you one.

The Pacemaker 5x4 has a focal plane shutter. The Century Graphic, is a miniature version of the Crown, so it does not have the focal plane shutter. The roll film backs RH8 are also available on eBay, and with these, both 2x3 and 5x4 can still be used with 120 film.

Best wishes,
Keith

alternatve · 14th December 2007

Originally Posted by KeithT

My father used these cameras when he was a press photographer, with the Malayan Tiger Standard. So I started my own collection, but I bought my cameras from eBay. If you are unable to find one, send a PM to me and I will put you in touch with someone who might be able to assist. All of my purchases were made when I was in the UK, because they tend to be rare in Singapore. I have seen some ClubSnap members who have the cameras so perhaps someone might be willing to sell you one.

The Pacemaker 5x4 has a focal plane shutter. The Century Graphic, is a miniature version of the Crown, so it does not have the focal plane shutter. The roll film backs RH8 are also available on eBay, and with these, both 2x3 and 5x4 can still be used with 120 film.

Best wishes,
Keith

Thanks, you have a PM.

Samuel

jamesong · 28th December 2007

Originally Posted by alternatve

Hello all,

Is there anywhere in SG that sells Graphic cameras, more specifically a Century or a Pacemaker Graphic? I'm looking for the 2x3 version, but 4x5 versions are alright as well.

Thanks a bunch.

Samuel

I have the Graphic 2x3 version in my collection. Includes Zeiss lens and rollfilm magazine, film holder. This is a cute smaller brother of the 4x5 version. What is your budget ? I will sell if the price is right.

alternatve · 28th December 2007

Gave you a pm.

Samuel.

sim4nee · 18th January 2008

Forget about Century or a Pacemaker Graphic, get a Super or Super speed Graphic. Earlier 2 just don't have enough movement, Super are fantastic. Also Super has rotating back but not in Century and Pacemaker. Super although more expensive but really worth it. The fun of using it made me get a much more expensive Wista RF45, very inpulsive act!! But was a very happy but broke man for a while! Hehe!

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11th December 2007	#1
alternatve Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 1,311	Large format queries Hello all, Is there anywhere in SG that sells Graphic cameras, more specifically a Century or a Pacemaker Graphic? I'm looking for the 2x3 version, but 4x5 versions are alright as well. Thanks a bunch. Samuel __________________ f/8 and be there.

14th December 2007	#3
KeithT New Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Melbourne Posts: 34	Re: Large format queries My father used these cameras when he was a press photographer, with the Malayan Tiger Standard. So I started my own collection, but I bought my cameras from eBay. If you are unable to find one, send a PM to me and I will put you in touch with someone who might be able to assist. All of my purchases were made when I was in the UK, because they tend to be rare in Singapore. I have seen some ClubSnap members who have the cameras so perhaps someone might be willing to sell you one. The Pacemaker 5x4 has a focal plane shutter. The Century Graphic, is a miniature version of the Crown, so it does not have the focal plane shutter. The roll film backs RH8 are also available on eBay, and with these, both 2x3 and 5x4 can still be used with 120 film. Best wishes, Keith Last edited by KeithT; 14th December 2007 at 08:35 AM.

28th December 2007	#6
alternatve Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 1,311	Re: Large format queries Gave you a pm. Samuel. __________________ f/8 and be there.

18th January 2008	#7
sim4nee Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 89	Re: Large format queries Forget about Century or a Pacemaker Graphic, get a Super or Super speed Graphic. Earlier 2 just don't have enough movement, Super are fantastic. Also Super has rotating back but not in Century and Pacemaker. Super although more expensive but really worth it. The fun of using it made me get a much more expensive Wista RF45, very inpulsive act!! But was a very happy but broke man for a while! Hehe! ---------------------- http://sim4nee.deviantart.com/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/sim4nee/ Last edited by sim4nee; 18th January 2008 at 12:21 AM.