Recommendations for a light weight Large Format camera

[katcons]

Is there a "light weight" large format camera, preferably 8-10kg including the lens, holders, and tripod?

I'd like to explore some options, as I hope to travel a lot in 2010 for work and hopefully insert some R&R time in between. During these trips, I prefer not to be chauffered around/accompanied when possible (I don't want to impose on the local representatives who will do the escorting, and I will be occupying their weekends, the only time they can really rest), and discover nice spots on my own when I can.

However, I hope to do some portraits with it as well, but I guess this will depend on the lens already. Understandably, with the weight considerations, I'll be exploring the 4x5 or 5x7s first.

Something light and all-around. Is this possible? I've been walking around my province more and realizing the need to go large already.

Been reading up on Shenhao cameras here:

http://www.kgcphoto.com/Reviews_&_Tutorials/shen-hao_and_lf_lenses.htm

And Speed/Crown Graphic:

http://graflex.org/speed-graphic/which-model.html

Still, I'd like to ask your opinion and recommendations. Many thanks, and Happy New Year!

 

[forward]

The Shenhao will be your choice for its light weight,
when you need to use a variety of lenses and feel both
the luxury and pleasure with wooden cameras.

I use the Speed-graphic for a while for its looks
but won't hesitate to get hold of a Shenhao anytime.
Do you know of any supplier for the Shen Hao HZX 4x5-II
in HongKong or China. It's not available in Singapore.

Welcome to the world of LF to realize its potential.

:heart:

 

[katcons]

The Shenhao will be your choice for its light weight,
Do you know of any supplier for the Shen Hao HZX 4x5-II
in HongKong or China. It's not available in Singapore.

Hi, Forward, thanks for the response. Whenever friends go to Hongkong, I make them go here: http://www.tincheungcamera.com.hk. He has a considerable array of merchandise, but I usually get my LTM lenses from him.

Hope that helps!

 

[sweat100]

For the graphic series, if you want the most movements, you can consider the super graphic. Apparently I read it is better than Linhof.