Re: [APML] Mamiya 645 knife-edge focuser

[KGKIRKLEY@aol.com]

In a message dated 10/11/03 11:19:15 AM, starfest@comcast.net writes:

>Anyone using a knife-edge focuser for their Mamiya 645? If so, what brand?
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>Are you happy with it?
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>I am considering the purchase of the Stiletto (Stellar Technologies). I
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>can't locate any others. Hutech said they have no plans to make one.
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>Thanks,
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>-Phil

Phil:
I have used the Hutech KEF for a number of years, for both 35mm and Pentax 67 
and I would have to say it is the best out there. The 'circular' KEF is a 
real innovation allowing you to move the "focus star" in any direction. But you 
are correct in that it is not offered for the Mamiya 645. The actual KEF is 
available by itself, but you would have to come up with a custom way to mount it. 
If properly designed and built it would be no problem to calibrate it to your 
645.

I am less 'glowing' about the Stellar Tech focusers. They have come a long 
way since their introduction but still seem overdesigned and people who have 
them report inconsistent results.

Kent Kirkley
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