For the 5x7 format, Chamonix produces 3 models: 57N, 57Fs-2, and 57W-d.
The 57N is a horizontal-only model for photography in landscape orientation. The 57Fs-2 and 57W-d models have convertible backs for photography in either landscape or portrait orientation.
The cameras in the 57 series are made with teak. (Note that walnut and maple are no longer available.
The metal parts–front/rear standards and small parts–are painted black to complement the color of the carbon fiber components of the camera.
57N3 Camera
The 57N view camera is similar to our 45 series cameras, and it handles like the 45 series. The 57N3 camera uses Linhof-type lens boards.
57N3 SPECIFICATIONS:
- weight: 1,890 grams
- bellows draw: 50mm min, 435mm max without extension board, 600mm with extension board
- rear standard swing: 10° left and 10° right
- rear standard tilt: 30°
- rear standard forward: 70mm
- front rise: 56mm, front fall: 37mm
- front shift: 35mm left and 35mm right
- folded size: 262mm x 205mm x 100mm
