linhof technika 6x9

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RubenBlaedel

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sometime during this coming week a Linhof Thechnika 6x9 with a 65, 105 and a 180 lens will arive to my doorsteps - this should be the rangefinder version from late 50ties early 60ties that also have groundglas focus option and some tilt,swing, shift possibilities. I must say that I have a hard time to wait - but while I do, perhaps some of you fine ladies and gentlemen could share some of your experiences with Linhof -? pros cons disasters joys
 
That sounds wonderful, Ruben! A compact gem of a folding press camera... I've often been tempted, especially when reading an issue of Grossbild Technik. I have no helpful experiences to share, as I've only a couple of times used a Linhof 4x5 view camera many years ago.
 
Just green with envy here. One of the true classics on my list of "if I could have every thing I ever wanted."
 
I will be clearing out a lot of photo stuff trying to justify the purchase - the crazy thing is that I knew I really could not afford it but the same day that I decided to buy it anyway (not very responsible) I sold a painting on a Danish web auction for the same amount + extras (the painting I found in a garbage container a few years ago, never got around to either throw it away or sell it - it turned out to be painted by the only Norweigian artist represented in the Louvre collections in Paris - it was in a terrible condition with holes in the canvas and paint comming of - but apparently someone in norway heard of it and made my insane Linhof buy a little more sane) :)
 
I own a Linhof 220 rangefinder (6x7) and a 4x5 Technika IV. Absolutely fine machines. Be sure and check the ground glass focus against the rangefinder as the cams are matched to the individual lens and are sometimes switched with others. I've always had a problem the cam for my 240mm Schneider. I've often thought of picking up one of the 6x9 models, but since I've got a 6x9 rollfilm back I've never really needed to. Enjoy your new toy!
 
You might want to search around for the work of Peter Vincent. I believe the Technika has been his favorite tool for many years.
 
The Linhof has arived -wow - and wow - I just realized that my top 4 cameras are all from 1950-1955, The Linhof, The Rolleiflex, The leica IIIf and the Super Ikonta - I will be back on more on the Linhof soon - for now I will just be estatic :)
 
Hello,
Just found this thread whilst looking for instruction manual for Linhof Super Technika IV. I've tried photobooksonline to no avail. I only need instructions in changing the cam from 65/100/or 180. I don't really want to force my newly acquired gem. Also which settings for each lens on the flatbed as my RF and ground glass do not correspond. I;ve been using the GG for more accurate focusing.
thanks
 
Hi,

I have the same set as you. I've used it quit a lot for landscapes. Although I also did street photography with it.
However, for landscapes I've switched to 4x5, same amount of hassle but bigger negatives. On the streets it is way too slow and heavy. For me it falls in between. On one hand it is too small and on the other hand it is too big. But, it is a very fine machine and a joy to work with. I do however have the 45 angle finder. That makes focusing a lot easier.

Have fun,

Michiel Fokkema
 
Would the GAS Police please delete this thread?

Grinning.

enjoy and show us pictures from this gem of a system!
 
I owned a late Technika 70 with 53 Super Angulon, 100 2.8 Planar and 180 Tele-Arton back in the early and mid 70's. Sold the T70 and bought a Master Technika that I shot for 25 years. I wish I had both of them back! All pros no cons about these cameras.

Would love to have another Technika 70 kit like I had.
 
I had a technika for a while. Beautiful camera but as said useless in many respects. Too heavy for street and general RF work, plus too slow to get to a usable state. Also in terms of view cameras too small for the required image qualities there.

I found a mamiya press with a 50mm and a speed graphic better, plus the 2 cameras and a lot of lenses were had for the same price.

The anatomical grip though is a true object of beauty.
 
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