Solid construction, lightweight, fits into a backpack.

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The Toyo 45AX is solid and rugged. I love it. The camera sets up quickly and the camera movements are very smooth. The 45AX doesn''t feel as fragile as other view cameras I''ve used.

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other 4x5 field and monorail cameras

Rugged, portable tight - a joy to use in the field!

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This is the one to buy for Fine Art landscapes. Unless you own a pack mule of course . Purchased mine from Robert White in Poole UK - great service!

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light, simple, compact

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I have loved large format photography since my first class on the subject. The cameras were large studio mono-rail types that were very cumbersome to use on location. Just over a year ago, before I graduated, I used my student status to purchase a Toyo. This camera has been a joy to use. It's small and light so it fits in a back pack easily and doesn't require an oversize tripod. I have taken this camera into the wild unknown many times. If you are a photo student and have to take a large format class, do yourself a favor and buy one of these. It has just enough movements to do some mild architecture shooting and will work very nicely in the studio. I know a lot of people that were totally turned off to large format because of the ungainly, clumsy cameras. Plus, if well cared for, this camera will have a good resale value. I can't recommend it enough. Also, make the leap and get the viewing hood at the same time. It's expensive, but it makes the camera that much easier to use. Worth every penny!

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Good camera at a good price$1499.00

no problems,just nice big negs!

i have been useing it since april,99,and i love it.

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first camera i used in large format,shopped around.best buy for the money