Originally posted by tomshen
Many thanks to all of u for ur invaluable info, this makes me learn very fast;p
I bought a Rodenstock 4x+light panel from CP. But to be honest, I don't see much difference between this and another cheaper one (quoted abt $135) at 4x. Both are sharp. So what makes this loupe so special and everyone recommends it? I know this question is funny. Maybe I should put it this way: what are the criteria that make a good loupe?
As to the projector, very few shops in SLS sell. Kodak seems expensive so I am now considering other brands or used. Saw some Kindermann 1500 series at CP. r they good buys? Another model is reflecta classic 250FR. Also quite cheap. Should I just buy a cheap projector and upgrade the lens later or consider a used one? Quite confused:embrass:
Like my friends say: photography is really an expensive hobby. But once get involved, never regret. In my opinion, the negative film prints will die sooner or later. To me the onli advantage of film would be the slide. Its colors and sharpness still cannot be reached by digital. I think I will only shoot digital and slides from now on. Bye, negative
I don't know what the $135 one is, but I just bought the lightpanel + rodenstock combination yesterday. I believe once you reach a certain level, differences can be quite small. I was tempted to get a Schneider 4x and luckily and unluckily CP doesn't have it. Would have cost more.
A good loupe should be sharp all around, right to the edges, have no distortion, and should be comfortable to view. The Rodenstock does this very well.
IMO, the Rodenstock 4x + Lightpanel at $190 is a very good buy. But I already have a lightbox, so anyone wants a Cabin Lightpanel?
Regards
CK
