Actually, the 6x7 works just fine hand-held, although it is pretty heavy. Because of the big neg, you can use faster film (with Fuji NPH 400, the grain is invisible in an 8x10), so you can often shoot at 1/250 or 1/500. At those speeds, with lenses up to short telephoto, say 200mm, camera shake doesn't seem to be a problem.
When using it on a tripod at slower speeds, rather than using a remote release as with a 35mm (where operator-caused vibration is a problem), I keep a firm hand on the camera to help damp out its own vibrations. Good results so far. Economy-wise, an old 6x7 can cost less than an old 645, and it has the traditional operating style/interface, unlike the 645, but a little like the 645n. I f you shoot a lot, the 6x7 uses more film; that may or may not matter to you. Hope this helps. Pat White - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
