Cambo Wide DS Multiformat Camera System
Cambo introduces its new Cambo Wide DS, a portable, multiformat camera system that is sure to be a favorite among architectural and landscape photographers, especially those who have enjoyed the previous generations of CamboWide cameras.
Cambo Wide DS Camera
with Schneider Super Angulon Lens
Photo Courtesy Cambo
The DS is a compact 4x5 camera that accepts a variety of wide-angle lenses, and now provides "double-shift" movements — rise-and-fall and lateral shifts — which are perfect for anyone shooting exteriors and interiors, cityscapes and landscapes. The movements are precision-geared with positive-locking knobs. Movements are incorporated in the body of the camera, making it unlike the previous Wide, where the lens panel had an internal shift. Both movements have a precise millimeter scale for exact positioning.
Compared to other large format cameras, the Cambo Wide DS is extremely compact, portable and easy to operate. In addition to 4x5 sheet film holders, the Wide DS accepts 120 roll film holders that open up your shooting options to 6x4.5, 6x7, 6x9 and 6x12cm formats. A new 4x5 rotating back makes it easy to switch formats from horizontal to vertical.
"Cambo has done it again," Calumet International Product Manager Guy Shirm proclaimed. "They've taken a unique product and made it better. With the Cambo Wide DS you get a portable 4x5 (or roll film) wide-angle camera that uses the finest German optics and not only rise-and-fall but rear shift as well. This camera will be great for the backpacking photographer as well as the architectural photographer."
For plenty of wide-angle versatility, the Wide DS system offers a choice of four lenses that each feature different coverage characteristics. The Schneider Super Angulon 38mm XL, 47mm XL, 58mm XL and 72mm XL include helical focusing mounts on interchangeable lens plates. All lens plates have protective covers on guide bars around the front and the back for safe transport.
For additional shooting convenience, the Cambo Wide DS accepts a wide variety of Cambo accessories. A new optical viewfinder has been designed with a 120° viewing angle to ensure usage with all available lenses and film formats. The camera will also accept a range of viewing hoods, center filters, Polaroid and double-sheet film holders.
The Cambo Wide DS is made of a high-quality aluminum alloy for maximum stability, smooth and precise movements and lightweight portability. The convenient hand grip is made of handsome wood with rounded corners for a secure and safe grip and features a built-in cable release. Three internal spirit levels make it easy to level the camera for horizontal and vertical alignment, which is very important for critical architecture work. Aluminum parts are either anodized to prevent corrosion or painted with a black metallic paint for protection from the elements. For direct tripod mounting, a 3/8" thread is provided, but the camera is also compatible with Cambo’s quick-release system used with the CBH-5 QR Ball Heads.
The Cambo Wide DS is available through the Cambo international network of distributors.
Cambo's Web Site: www.cambo.com
