First BGA and I really like the deeper black on these. The weight of the plate gives a substantial feel to it compared to tins. Unfortunately, these guys cost 4 times more than clear glass.
I’m starting to get “iodide holes” – I guess it’s time for silver maintenance.
4×6 BGA
E.H. Hardy Petzval (~9″, f/3.5)
4 seconds, wide open
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5×7 CGA
A.T. Thomson Petzval (~9″, ~f/5)
2.5 seconds, wide open
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I acquired an Improved Empire State Camera by Rochester Optical with a 5″ Dagor from Dan yesterday and what beauty – many thanks Dan.
My Korona has been out of commission (perhaps de-commissioned) after a fall from JT and as luck would have it, Dan provided me with a replacement for field wet plate. Poured a plate today, slipped a 5×7 holder and set up my favorite succulent; here’s what it gave me.
5×7 CGA
5″ Goerz Dagor, f/6.3
20seconds, wide open
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JT Juniper 5x7 Ambro
5×7 CGA
J.H. Dallmeyer No.1a Rectilinear
35 seconds, f/45
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The clouds were amazing after the storm passed at JT that brought snow, rain, and gusty winds. Sadly, this is the last image my 1922 Korona 5×7 will make – at least until I can repair the damage from the fall due to a gust of wind. It’s not a high value camera but my grandfather was in his teens when it was made and it broke on my watch. Surprisingly, the lens had no damage.
It’s a 195mm Triplet with an aperture of f/1.25! This big boy is perfect for dags.
Problem 1: The 7″ diameter means I have to mount it on my Ansco Studio camera. Maybe it can support the weight.
Problem 2: I hope my bellows can compress enough to accommodate the focal length at portrait distance.
Problem 3: Will it illuminate an 8×10 ground glass?
Regardless, it will be fun to find out!
