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         The 045n-1, composed of wood and carbon fiber composite material, is designed to be both
     light and durable while retaining the aesthetics of its hand craftsmanship. This camera weighs only
     1380 grams. Its graceful appearance is matched by the resilience of its carbon fiber components.
     Uncommon camera functions are omitted to ensure the slimmest, lightest build possible. While not
     perfect for every task, the 045n-1 carries its own unique charm and character.

         The structural design of the 045n-1 overcomes some limitations found in conventional wooden
     cameras. For example, the screw-focus mechanism and stainless-steel focus track makes the
     camera much more accurate and durable than traditional models. The front standard can be
     detached so that, with the extension accessory, the bellow can be extended freely like a monorail.
     This feature is especially useful for lenses of long focal length and outdoor macro photography.


          The 045n-1 is designed to be compatible with any lens board of Linhoff type.
Chamonix also
     manufactures its own lens boards. These are made not of aluminum alloy, but carbon fiber, which
     provides higher durability at only 2/3 of the density. We suggest that
Chamonix users choose
     carbon fiber boards with the 045n-1 to bring out its best in both performance and appearance.

          Now to make it more exciting, Chamonix has improved the 045N-1 design and the new model,
     which is called 045N-2 is coming soon, here are the major changes on 045N-2:
          1)  The first batch of 045N-2 will have teak wood with gray or black metal. The later batches
                will have maple wood.
          2)   Middle bed sliding mechanism changed from sliding track to ball bearing track and focue
                adjusting rod changed to smaller diameter stainless steel. This increases rigidity of the
                camera and the accuracy and ease of focusing. It has a nicer feels too.

          3)   Add tracks to rear group sliding mechanism to further increase the accuracy and ease of 
                focusing.
          4)   Re-designed rear standard swinging.
          5)   Improved opening of front standard to accept all standard Linhoff lens boards.
          6)   Improved bellows locking tabs with the front standard to avoid any rubbing of bellows when
                the camera is folded.
          7)   The Fresnel lens will be installed on top of ground glass to prevent possible focus shift.
          8)   The 045N-2 will come with universal bellows.
          9)   The 045N-2 camera will add about 100 grams of weight compare to 045N-1 camera due
                to these changes.

  

 4X5 specifications
Accessories
 focus hood, lens shade, etc...
Bellow
Maximum
 395mm
Minimum 45mm
Movement
Front
 Rise : 45mm
 Fall  : 30mm
 shift : 20mm
 Tilt   : limited by bellow
 Swing: limited by bellow
 Rear Tilt : 20 degree backwards, forwards limited by bellow
 Swing : 20 degree total
 Shift  : none
 Weight Canadian Maple   : 3.0 pound/1380g
 Dark Walnut        : 3.1 pound/1420g
 Comes with  : ground glass with intensify screen, carbon fiber GG 
                      protector, camera wrap.

Current price list, subject to change without notice.
45N-1: $778
45N-2: $860
International EMS shipping for 45N-1: $65
 

Price list for 45N-1 accessories*
*price for accessories does not include shipping.
For more information, please check accessories page.
 
Please click HERE for important information regarding Fresnel lens problem with 4X5 camera