Ebony 45SU 5x4 Large Format Camera

Ebony's 45SU model, is the pinnacle of development of their non folding camera design, with the U designating that it is equipped with asymmetric movements at the rear. The asymmetric rear swing and tilt allow two point type focusing, which speeds up the process of using depth of field control movements.

Richard Sexton, has written an interesting paper describing the use and benefits of Ebony's asymmetric rear movements.

45 SU Specifications

• Camera Type: View Camera (non folding)
• Materials Used: Wood: Ebony, Metal: Titanium
• Format: International Standard 4x5 inch. All International Standard sheet film holders may be used : Polaroid 405, 545, 550. Fuji Instant MS45. PA45 as well as 6x7, 6x9 roll film holders. General holders may be used in 4x5.
• Focusing: Triple Extension Rack and Pinion
• Lensboard: Linhof Technika type
• Camera Back: Interchangable, Vertical/Horizontal 10mm grid, fresnel lens and protective glass
• Movements: Front: Rise 70mm, Fall 30mm, Shift 40mm + 40mm, Swing 45° + 45°, centre tilt 30° + 30° Back: Rise 40mm, Shift 50mm + 50mm, Asymmetrical Swing 20° + 20°, Asymmetrical tilt 20° + 20°