Camulet 45N large format view camera 4x5

The Camulet 45N Large Format View Camera 4x5 is an exceptional piece of photographic equipment designed for professional photographers and serious hobbyists. Known for its precision, durability, and ability to produce stunningly detailed images, this camera is ideal for landscape, portrait, and still life photography. Offering a level of control and creativity that smaller format cameras cannot match, the Camulet 45N excels in capturing high-resolution images with impeccable sharpness and tonal richness.

Whether you're capturing the intricate details of a flower or the sweeping vastness of a mountain range, the 4x5 large format offers unrivaled quality and versatility. With the Camulet 45N, you can experiment with tilt-shift movements, selective focus, and advanced depth of field control, providing limitless creative potential.

Features

Large Format Image Quality

The Camulet 45N features a 4x5-inch film size, one of the most revered formats in the world of traditional photography. This larger size allows for greater detail and tonal depth, making it perfect for photographers who prioritize image quality above all else. The ability to enlarge the negatives while maintaining high resolution makes it the top choice for fine art and commercial photography.

Precision Tilt-Shift Movements

The Camulet 45N camera is equipped with full tilt, shift, and swing movements, which are a hallmark of large format view cameras. These controls allow photographers to adjust the plane of focus and perspective, providing fine-tuned creative freedom. The tilt-shift movements are ideal for landscapes and architectural photography, offering the ability to correct distortion or create dramatic shifts in focus.

High-Quality Construction

Crafted from high-quality materials, the Camulet 45N is built to last. Its robust frame ensures stability, even in demanding outdoor conditions. The camera is designed to be portable enough for field use, making it a solid choice for landscape photographers who venture into remote locations, yet it is equally at home in a studio setting.

Interchangeable Lenses

This camera is compatible with a variety of large format lenses (sold separately), allowing you to tailor your setup to your specific needs. From wide-angle lenses for sweeping landscapes to telephoto lenses for capturing distant subjects, the Camulet 45N gives you flexibility in lens selection.

Optical Viewfinder

The optical viewfinder on the Camulet 45N is bright and clear, providing a large, distortion-free image. Whether you're composing a portrait or a landscape, you will appreciate the ease and precision with which you can align your shot. The camera's large ground glass back ensures that your composition is visible in great detail before exposure.

4x5 Film Compatibility

The Camulet 45N uses 4x5 film, which is widely available and provides exceptional image quality. The larger film size allows for greater resolution, offering photographers the opportunity to create high-quality prints. It’s the preferred medium for fine art photographers who demand the highest level of image clarity and depth.

Focus and Exposure Controls

The Camulet 45N allows for manual focus, which is critical for achieving the utmost precision in large format photography. Whether you’re photographing still life or landscapes, fine-tuning your focus ensures maximum sharpness. The exposure controls are fully adjustable, giving you total creative control over shutter speed and aperture.

Ideal Uses

1. Landscape Photography: With its large format, tilt-shift capabilities, and ability to capture fine detail, the Camulet 45N is a favorite among landscape photographers. Its precision and image quality are unmatched for capturing sweeping vistas or intricate close-ups of nature.
   
2. Portrait Photography: The tilt-shift controls of the camera allow for creative control over depth of field, making it a fantastic option for portrait photography. Photographers can achieve beautiful bokeh effects and isolate their subjects with sharp detail and rich textures.
   
3. Studio Photography: For still life or commercial photographers, the Camulet 45N provides the ultimate in control. Its ability to create selective focus and manage distortion makes it an excellent tool for product photography, fine art stills, and more.
   
4. Fine Art Photography: If you’re an artist who values the details in every shot, this camera provides the clarity and depth needed to produce archival-quality prints. The sharpness, tonal range, and resolution it captures make it a favorite among fine art photographers.
   

Why Choose the Camulet 45N?

• Image Quality: When you shoot with large format film, you are guaranteed unparalleled image quality with incredible resolution and dynamic range.
• Creative Control: The tilt and shift movements allow you to manipulate depth of field and perspective like never before. It’s the perfect tool for photographers looking to expand their creative possibilities.
• Durable Design: Whether you’re shooting in the field or in the studio, the Camulet 45N is built to withstand demanding conditions, ensuring years of reliable use.
• Perfect for Professionals and Enthusiasts: Whether you're a professional photographer or an enthusiast looking to experiment with large format photography, the Camulet 45N provides the tools necessary to elevate your craft.

Additional Information

The Camulet 45N is ideal for anyone serious about large format photography. While it does require more time and patience than digital cameras or smaller formats, it rewards photographers with images of unmatched quality. The learning curve may be steep, but the results are well worth the effort. If you're seeking to explore new dimensions in photography or refine your skills, the Camulet 45N is an investment you won’t regret.

Description

Camulet 45N 4x5 view camera. In great condition. Comes in a large studio case with two lens boards and a dark cloth. No lenses included. One of the lens boards is an adapter to fit standard linhof sized lens boards into the frame. This camera was a studio workhorse of its time and has all the movements required to get the shot.