Toho FC-45X ultralight 4X5 camera w/ 135mm + 210mm MC lenses + film + holders
$1,995.00
One of the lightest, most innovative camera designs ever produced. Considered a "future classics" when it was being made and indeed, this camera has become a highly regarded option for those who want to combine maximum weight savings with maximum rigidity and movements all in one camera.
A little know secret is that this camera was designed to accept Linhof lensboards in lieu of its unique round lensboards.
Includes:
• Toho FC-45X 4X5 camera (branded for Badger)
• Schneider Symmar S MC 135mm F5.6
• Rodenstock Sironar N MC F5.6 (branded as Caltar IIN)
• Two modern film holders
• Sealed, fresh, 25 sheet box of CatLABS X FILM 80 4X5 BW negative film
Camera Features:
• Compact folding, camera breaks down to a flat form factor, convenient for carrying in a small backpack
• Light weight
• Telescoping rail
• Precision machined aluminum construction
• Built in folding viewing hood
• Takes Linhof lensboards
• Excellent stability and rigidity
• Movements only limited by bellows in most cases
• Front and movements include swing, shift, rise and tilt
• Rear has a geared fine focus
Camera Condition:
• This camera is used, tested, and working as it should
• All camera movements, knobs, gears, and latches are in good working condition
• Bellows are tested light tight
• Cosmetically, this camera is used, showing some normal signs of use and handling with some scrapes, dings and marks throughout
• Spring back is tight and works as it should
• Viewing hood leather is in good working order
• Ground glass is clean and clear
Schneider Symmar S MC 135mm F5.6:
• 135mm is a moderate wide angle of view lens on 4X5 cameras (similar to a 40mm lens on 35mm format cameras)
• Clean, multi-coated glass
• Glass is clean with no scratches, fungus or haze, no major issues to report
• Shutter fires nicely on all speeds
Roednstock Sironar N MC 210mm F5.6:
• 210mm is a Tele/portrait-angle of view lens on 4X5 cameras (similar to an 85mm lens on 35mm format cameras)
• Clean multi-coated glass with massive coverage (nearly covers 8X10)
• Glass is clean with no scratches, fungus or haze, no major issues to report
• Shutter fires nicely on all speeds
• Branded as Caltar II-N for sale under Calumets home brand
Ask us about combining this purchase with any of our other large format lenses or film holders.