Helioprint 213mm f9.5 - f45 graphics/enlarging lens
Oct 1, 2012 18:58:13 #
I have a Helioprint 213mm lens which, I believe is an enlarging or graphics lens. I originally intended to use it on an 8X10 view camera with slow films and small f stops (using no shutter, rather a black card). 8X10 film is now cost-prohibitive for me and I am wondering if there are any sales venues outside of Ebay or KEH anyone would recommend for selling an item like this.
Oct 1, 2012 20:32:47 #
flyingcrown1 wrote:
I have a Helioprint 213mm lens which, I believe is an enlarging or graphics lens. I originally intended to use it on an 8X10 view camera with slow films and small f stops (using no shutter, rather a black card). 8X10 film is now cost-prohibitive for me and I am wondering if there are any sales venues outside of Ebay or KEH anyone would recommend for selling an item like this.
The lens could be used with a Speed Graphic 4x5 camera because it has a 'focal plane shutter'; also 4x5 sheet film is much cheaper.
Oct 1, 2012 20:56:29 #
Oct 2, 2012 12:13:48 #
Not even the print shops use those big cameras/lenses anymore ! Finding a buyer for that is like finding a needle in a haystack.....
Oct 2, 2012 14:41:54 #
Oct 2, 2012 17:24:24 #
0627ramram32
Loc: Orange County, CA, USA
If the rear element is small enough and you can modify a T-Mount adapter to accept it, put that on a bellows for your DSLR and you've got a great macro lens.
Oct 2, 2012 17:24:49 #
0627ramram32
Loc: Orange County, CA, USA
If the rear element is small enough and you can modify a T-Mount adapter to accept it, put that on a bellows for your DSLR and you've got a great macro lens.
Oct 3, 2012 09:02:40 #
VERY inventive idea! I'm sure this could be done but would have to be a very stout focusing track as this is a heavy lens. Thanks for the suggestion.
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