How to Shoot Large Format Photography

How to Shoot Large Format Photography | Basics

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I've been using my Chamonix 45F2 for just under a year now and I love using it. The process of getting into Large format photography took a lot of research on my part and some mistakes. In today's video I've shared all that and I hope this is helpful for anyone thinking about getting into Large format photography or would like an overview of it. There is another video in this series coming up and I'll talk about developing and scanning on that one. Stay tuned :)
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00:00 Intro
01:13 Large Format Camera
01:54 Parts of a Large Format Camera
02:47 Chamonix 45F2 Specs
04:58 Is Bigger Better?
07:16 What to Buy?
07:43 Camera Body
08:46 Lens & Lens Board
11:57 Film Holders
13:17 Shutter Release Cable
14:07 Changing Bag
14:32 Dark Cloth
14:46 Light Meter
15:26 Film
16:14 Taking your first large format Image
18:01 Outro
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@i3aluchi Ай бұрын

I had the Intrepid 4x5 Mk4, but needed an upgrade. I just ordered the Chamonix 45F-2, and needed a refresher video. This video was the perfect one. I liked the calm tone of your voice, the right amount of information, and the little video clips here and there. It's clear that you've put a considerable amounts of time and effort to come up with such an awesome video. Thank you!

@SathyaPeacock Ай бұрын

Hi Khalid, glad you found it useful. Enjoy the Chamonix!

@kevin-parratt-artist 2 ай бұрын

Linhof currently produce five 4x5 cameras, in addition the medium format range. All can accommodate film and digital imaging.

@SathyaPeacock 2 ай бұрын

Cool good to know

@shuuuuluckaa 2 ай бұрын

Your delivery of information is a very nice speed and simplicity

@SathyaPeacock 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@Adam-pm1cy 10 ай бұрын

Very nice video, I also have a 45F2 and it's a really great large format camera. Sub!

@SathyaPeacock 10 ай бұрын

Thanks Adam! Indeed it’s a special piece of equipment 😊

@MARKLINMAN1 9 ай бұрын

I Love shooting with my Chamonix 45F2, best 4x5 camera I have owned. Thank you for such a nice video.

@SathyaPeacock 9 ай бұрын

thank you for watching! glad you enjoyed it.

@OliverWheeldon 9 ай бұрын

This was amazing as ever, can't wait for part 2!

@SathyaPeacock 9 ай бұрын

ah thanks dude :)

@chriscorey5164 25 күн бұрын

Have you made a Part Two? I can’t seem to find it here on KZfaq. Thanks. I appreciate this video very much.

@jessejack7829 9 ай бұрын

Very nice video. I’ve been doing LF for a year, so not an expert, but this seems exactly the right amount of information. Short, and easy to understand. Thanks!

@SathyaPeacock 9 ай бұрын

Hey, thanks for watching and the feedback!

@Narsuitus 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for a great video. I look forward to viewing your large format camera movements (front and back) video.

@SathyaPeacock 4 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching! Glad it was useful :)

@okkim2846 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for your incredible video which is very informative for me who is now seriously thinking about buying a large format camera.

@SathyaPeacock 4 ай бұрын

I’m glad it was useful! Thank you for watching :)

@colingerard7863 10 ай бұрын

Hi Sathya. This is making me smile at the memory of the Gandolfi cameras (and crank up Gitzo tripods), used in the studio where I worked as photographers assistant back in the day. Your Chamonix looks very nice.

@SathyaPeacock 10 ай бұрын

Hey Colin, hope you’re well. Glad it made you smile. And what you’re describing sounds quite nostalgic :) Chamonix did a good job with their wooden frame + carbon fibre design.

@PictureSizeDoesMatter 9 ай бұрын

Great but always take a backup cable release

@SathyaPeacock 9 ай бұрын

Thank you! Solid advice :)

@george_edward_ 10 ай бұрын

Really helpful stuff! Easy decision to sub

@SathyaPeacock 10 ай бұрын

Thanks a lot for watching! Glad it was helpful 👊🏽

@pierrefugere7616 7 ай бұрын

Very informative

@SathyaPeacock 7 ай бұрын

Thankyou!

@seoulrydr 10 ай бұрын

yaaaaaaaay

@SathyaPeacock 10 ай бұрын

Hi Antonio, hope you’re well.

@seoulrydr 10 ай бұрын

hope daddyhood is all you hoped it would be!@@SathyaPeacock

@SathyaPeacock 10 ай бұрын

Ah thank you, easily the most rewarding experience I’ve ever had 😊

@Birbal2001 9 ай бұрын

I’ve got the same camera, same film holders, same tripod and tripod head 😂

@SathyaPeacock 9 ай бұрын

Ha great minds :)

@radosawazur6197 9 ай бұрын

Hey, thanks for clarifying the stuff relating large format. Having myself a chamonix camera 45-N2.. I have a question, what loupe do you use (grey one on video) as I see this is 4x? Do you find that magnifying not enough on some infinity focus with long distance objects? I have a peak design 5x and I have some problem seeing things on the ground glass. Thanks for your answer and time. Wht would be the best magnifying for landscape? Cheers.

@SathyaPeacock 9 ай бұрын

Hey thanks for watching. Yes 4x is definitely restrictive when wanting to focus on subjects further away. Other large format photographers recommend 6x but not more than that as you might start seeing the details of your fresnel screen. So I’d say try 6x, I’m also in the process of finding me a 6x :) good luck!

@jaymathews356 9 ай бұрын

Thanks @sathyapeacock for this incredible tutorial. I also have the Chamonix 45F2 which is an awesome camera. Beautifully handcrafted! Can I ask, what is the name of the viewfinder app that you mention in the video. I've been looking for an app, but never know which one is best. Thanks!

@SathyaPeacock 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching! I'm glad it was useful. Couldn't agree more about the 45F2 :) The viewfinder app shows up as 'Viewfinder Preview' on apple app store. Link - apps.apple.com/gb/app/viewfinder-preview/id1216484605