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For about the last year I have seriously fancied getting into some medium format film. I am currently in the position where I may be able to, having sold some bits and pieces and have some spare cash.
However, I think a big part of the satisfaction would come from being able to have control over the whole process, so develop and scan myself. I've never developed any film before but I'm not put off of trying, how hard can it be, there are loads of tutorials kicking round! This would add some extra cost though, I know I wouldn't have to do this from the off necessarily, but it would save money in the long run and add to my enjoyment. I don't like losing control over the scanning phase when I've sent off 35mm rolls in the past.
So with that in mind, I'm trying to establish the cost for all this stuff before I dive in head first as I often do with things, and look for recommendations. Budget could be up to a maximum of £800, but less would be better. Shooting a range of things from Family Portraits to Landscapes and general street bits on days out.
Camera: Fancy at least 6x6 to make it worthwhile for me. Bronica SQ or perhaps an RB/Z67 depending on cost. Not too worried about the weight as I have fuji stuff for lightweight days.
Light Meter: No idea on make/features or budget. Help?
Developing kit: AG Photographic look like they have everything I would need. Could I get set up for this stage for £70 including chemicals, dark bag etc?
Scanner: I've read that an Epson flatbed would be sufficient for medium format scanning, but would it do the format justice in terms of resolution? Any recommendations and what would I look to pay second hand preferably to keep costs down.
I've read a few other similar threads on this, including a very long one from @Sir SR but thought I'd start another as you all seem to love talking about it so much and this is a bit different.
Thanks
However, I think a big part of the satisfaction would come from being able to have control over the whole process, so develop and scan myself. I've never developed any film before but I'm not put off of trying, how hard can it be, there are loads of tutorials kicking round! This would add some extra cost though, I know I wouldn't have to do this from the off necessarily, but it would save money in the long run and add to my enjoyment. I don't like losing control over the scanning phase when I've sent off 35mm rolls in the past.
So with that in mind, I'm trying to establish the cost for all this stuff before I dive in head first as I often do with things, and look for recommendations. Budget could be up to a maximum of £800, but less would be better. Shooting a range of things from Family Portraits to Landscapes and general street bits on days out.
Camera: Fancy at least 6x6 to make it worthwhile for me. Bronica SQ or perhaps an RB/Z67 depending on cost. Not too worried about the weight as I have fuji stuff for lightweight days.
Light Meter: No idea on make/features or budget. Help?
Developing kit: AG Photographic look like they have everything I would need. Could I get set up for this stage for £70 including chemicals, dark bag etc?
Scanner: I've read that an Epson flatbed would be sufficient for medium format scanning, but would it do the format justice in terms of resolution? Any recommendations and what would I look to pay second hand preferably to keep costs down.
I've read a few other similar threads on this, including a very long one from @Sir SR but thought I'd start another as you all seem to love talking about it so much and this is a bit different.
Thanks