danlindberg
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Thanks Theo!Lovely photo of the tree, Dan.
Got to love those shimmed ALPA's for razor sharp focus.
I'm about to pull the trigger on an FPS/SWA/Rodenstock/Schneider system and would like to know your general thoughts on the FPS, in terms of performance etc. Have you had occasion to marry up your SWA to the FPS for extra stitch/shift/swing oomph, for example?
Many thanks in advance,
Theo
The FPS is a remarkable body that takes the word flexibility further. With so many lenses, both legacy and new to use in combination with a DB.
I like the fact that I get consistent exposure time no matter what lens I use. This is not the case with my different tech lenses and copal shutters and is actually frustrating at times.
I use a Schneider PC 90 TS lens and the results are very solid, so my thinking is that IF the upcoming PC 28 TS is as good as promised, then I can see myself using those two lenses together with a FPS covering 80% of my work. Although the lenses are quite large, at least the 90 is pretty light. So nice and light and it would fit nicely in a Pelicase.
I suspect that the 28 would only allow for 5 to 6mm of shift but it is better than nothing and I could cheat and keystone the rest in post. Good would be the possibility to tilt for greater sharpness in vast landscapes.
Yes, I have used the FPS + MAX and Hasselblad V-lenses - great fun and it works perfect. Limits being, as usual, on image circle and overall quality of the optics. The FPS + MAX becomes rather heavy and add for instance my Distagon 40 IF and it is a beast, but no doubt fun
I would have liked to be able to use the standard Alpa mount lenses, the 28XL would be sweet, but not a big deal, its just to bolt it on the TC and shoot or the larger bodies if movements are required.
The FPS feels very solid and works flawless, in fact, I have not had a single Alpa hick-up. Quality right through everything. I feel secure working with my gear.
Best of luck in your decision and should you be in south of Spain you are welcome to try out anything I have….