Types of large format cameras

Large format cameras are view cameras; this means the lens forms an inverted image on a ground glass screen, directly at the plane of the film. The image viewed is exactly the same as the image in the film, which replaces the viewing screen during exposure.




Field Cameras - Shen-hao

It is a typical and classical view camera. A field camera is generally used outdoors. They are often designed to be rugged, lightweight and compact. They usually have flat beds on the
bottom that are hinged to the back(rear standard), which gives a very sturdy platform. They usually have limited movements and the flat bed folds up to protect the front.








Studio Cameras(technical) - Sinar

Often known as monorail cameras, they are designed to look like an optical bench they usually have one rail. These are good for a static subject, in high resolution capable of enlargement with good quality. They have many camera movements for image control. They have a ground glass screen not a view finder.  








Press Cameras -

They are rare today, they are what was used by newspaper photographers. They have limited or movement, They tend to be compact, lightweight and rugged. The between press and field cameras is that press cameras are meant to be handheld, and focused with a view finder instead of a ground glass.