COOKE PS945 LENS

The lens I most regret parting with is the Cooke PS945 soft-focus portrait lens. I let it go when I transitioned from 4×5 portraits to medium-format digital, primarily with ALPA cameras and lenses. I needed the money, so I sold it for the same $3,500 I had originally paid.

THINK TANK

Discover why Think Tank Photo gear is a top choice for photographers, from backpacks to shoulder bags and storage accessories. Find out why their products are durable, comfortable, and perfect for organizing your gear.

TAMRAC

Learn how Tamrac lens cases are the perfect solution for organizing and protecting your Hasselblad kit in the Think Tank Retrospective 15 backpack. Find out how these cases make it easy to access and transport your gear while on the go.

PORTEEN GEAR

Explore customizable camera bags by Porteen Gear—stylish, discreet options for pros and hobbyists, from large gear bags to compact accessory pouches.

WISNER

Read a review of the Wisner 5×7 Technical Field Camera detailing a user’s negative experience with the camera’s quality control and functionality. Discover why the author cannot recommend a Wisner camera and what alternatives they suggest.

FOTOMAN 6×17 CAMERAS

Explore Fotoman 617 cameras and gear—from specs to DIY accessories—and discover the beauty of panoramic film photography with this iconic camera system.