graywolf Sun, 30 Apr 2006 14:49:58 -0700 > >Another I did not see the original of... > >1st choice a 5x7 Graflex (Just kidding)
I don't know about waist-level with a 5x7 Speed but you can get an old RB Speed that has this monster hood for peering into the back ... Waist-level keeps people from thinking that you're pointing something at them. That's a good thing in today's paranoid world. Here's some thoughts: 1. Most of the Mamiya TLR lenses are fairly low-contrast units. Unless you get the later D & DS editions. Coatings are much better on those. 2. RB67 is an excellent choice if (a) you keep in on a tripod or (b) you are built like a (Kansas/Nebraska/Iowa/Wisconsin/Oklahoma) farm boy. (our wedding was shot by a big farm boy who hand-held his RB67 for 3+ hours. With the prism, grip, flash, etc.) 3. LX if you have the money and want to stay 35mm. Collin KC8TKA
