Tachihara 4X5 field camera W/ 135mm + 90mm MC Lenses + Holders + Film + Fresnel (#2302)

This Tachihara ultralight 4X5 camera is a small form factor, folding field 4X5 camera, a compact and light option for backpacking, while still offering excellent rigidity and a good suite of movements. This newer version, sold under Calumet's home brand is an improved design with many upgraded features such as Teflon washers, the best ground glass/fresnel combo available, larger movements and more stable hardware, retro movement on the rear standard and smooth action all around. Made of centuries old dried Japanese cherry wood, this is a true to testament to the incredible craftsmanship.

Paired with two high end LF lenses from Nikon, this kit is ready to shop right out of the box!

Includes:

• Tachihara Field Stand 4X5 camera
• Nikon Nikkor W 135mm F5.6 lens
• Nikon Nikkor SW 90mm F8
• Two 4X5 film holders (used, modern, tested light-tight)
• Fresh, Sealed, 25 sheet box of CatLABS X FILM 80 II BW negative film

Camera Features:

• Ultralight construction (Just over 3LBS)
• Front movements include swing, rise/fall, and tilt
• Rear movements include tilt and swing and retro movement for the rear standard
• Back easily mounted in horizontal or vertical positions
• Ultra bright ground glass/fresnel combo focusing screen with grid overlay
• Improved movements and controls with teflon washers and locks

Camera Condition:

• This camera is used, tested, and working as it should
• Cosmetically, this camera is in good shape and shows light signs of use with the original wood finish intact throughout
• Bellows are tested LIGHT TIGHT
• All camera movements, knobs, gears, and latches are in good working condition
• Ground glass is clean and clear with no issues to report

Nikon Nikkor W MC 135mm F5.6:

• 135mm is a moderate wide-angle of view lens on 4X5 cameras (similar to a 40mm lens on 35mm cameras)
• This lens is used, tested, and working as it should
• Modern, compact, multi-coated lens with a large image circle for extensive movements
• Cosmetically, this lens shows light signs of use
• Clean glass with no fungus, haze or scratches
• All black copal shutter is in good working condition and fires nicely on all speeds

Nikon Nikkor SW MC 90mm F8:

• 90mm is a wide-angle of view lens on 4X5 cameras (similar to a 28mm lens on 35mm cameras)
• This lens is used, tested, and working as it should
• Modern, multi-coated lens with a huge image circle for extensive movements
• Cosmetically, this lens shows light signs of use
• Clean glass with no fungus, haze or scratches
• All black copal shutter is in good working condition and fires nicely on all speeds

Ask us about combining this purchase with any of our other large format lenses or film holders.