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The ARCA-SWISS Camera System1A R C AS W I S S

1ARCA-SWISSa tradition inphotographictechnologyInnovative designs mark the progress of this Swiss company.ARCA-SWISS started producing professional cameras in the early fifties.The new Swiss All-Round-CAmeras, ARCA-SWISS, rapidly gained an excellent reputation based on theirprecision and handling in practical situations. The first large-format reflex cameras, 6x9cm and 4x5"appeared in 1960 and were the rage of Photokina. Panoramic cameras and riflescopes followed soonthereafter. Many companies were awarded ARCA-SWISS subcontracts given the large potential forinnovation. Philippe Vogt took the company over in 1984. A new era characterised by an extensive redesignof the entire line commenced.A myriad of technologically advanced products, such as the first electronic professional camera, themonoball® B ballhead, SIM light metering, digital backs and the successful M-Line and F-Line system’sconcept were created by his team.Modular design, extensive system component interchangeability, and the superb engineering and constructionof the cameras are held in high esteem by professionals the world over. ARCA-SWISS clients are the world’smost demanding photographers and the leading schools of photography and design, as well as those ofarchitecture, science and technology.A R C AS W I S S1.1

1The camera systemNo limits: the ARCA-SWISScamera system, with itsstandardised - and thereforeinterchangeable - components,gives the photographer all theoptions needed to match theequipment to any imaginableassignment.ARCA-SWISS camerasgrow and change to match thephotographer‘s knowledge,experience and preferences.The camera does not dictateterms; rather, the photographeralone decides which componentsare required. Even in this age ofelectronic image capturing, advancedlarge-format cameraswith their range of movementare the only solution to manycommon technique problems.ARCA-SWISS cameras offerperfectly designed, ergonomiccontrols to optimally adjustperspective and planes-of-focusquickly and precisely. The result:arresting images showing perfectperspective, a well-chosen planeof focus, clear details and richcolour and saturation.ARCA-SWISS F-Line and M-linecameras are market leaders asthe most versatile image capturingdevices available. Both cameralines consist of functionallyoptimized precision instruments.Their ergonomically inspiredelegance is not only opticallypleasing, but also offers thehighest degree of ease-of-use.The step from commercial6x7cm medium format to thelarge sheet-film formats of 5x7"or 8x10" is child‘s play: fromthe lightweight and universalF-Line, the compact F-Line Cwith its collapsible monorail,to the versatile and ruggedM-Line - all yaw-free andmodular.ARCA-SWISS F -metric 6x9 ARCA-SWISS F -metric 4x5“ARCA-SWISS M -monolith 6x9medium format camera withbinocular viewerARCA-SWISS F -classic C 6x9 /8x10“1.2A R C AS W I S S

Technique without compromises1Fast format changesAnyone who owns anARCA-SWISS M-Line or F-Linecamera is never limited by formatsizes. Format changes happenin a flash: simply switch conversionsets.No additional accessories arerequired to move from 6x7cm allthe way up to 8x10".The 4x5" frame is a componentcommon to a variety of setups.When mounted on the rear carrier,it holds the ground-glass andfilm holders; mounted on thefront carrier, it carries lens boardsfor various film formats; it caneven support the bellows in longextensions.Completely interchangeableARCA-SWISS format framescan be swapped from frontstandard to rear standard.This design offers the mostflexible system and formatoption package available.The format framesThe F -classic format frameshave an integrated manual riseand fall mechanism which iscontrolled via lock-knobs.F -metric cameras offer selflockinggeared rise and fallmovements.M-monolith format frames donot have integrated rise andfall controls as this movementis performed by the functioncarrier.The orientation of the swing axesis identical on all cameras.Unobstructed optical pathThanks to generous dimensions,neither the bellows nor the formatframes on ARCA-SWISS camerasinterfere with the light passingthrough to the film.Vignetting is often not caused bythe lens but rather because thebellows are too small.Not so with ARCA SWISS cameras:large bellows diagonals meanthere is no interference with theimage - both to eliminate thepossibility of vignetting and alsoto produce higher image contrasts.Practical image adjustmentcontrolsARCA-SWISS cameras offerergonomically designed andmatched controls for themovements that determinesharpness and perspective.Separating the shift and swingfunctions makes it possible toswing and focus simultaneouslyin critical situations.Triaxial yaw-free is the newstandard for yaw freedom setby the ARCA-SWISS M -monolithin 1987. Up until that point,cameras only offered limitedyaw freedom. ARCA-SWISScameras outfitted with the orbix®device are triaxial yaw-free.Definition of orbix® movements:the optics move at the centre ofa circle which is perpendicularto the base of the frame and islocated above the verticalmovement axis.circular path of the tiltaxesabove the swingSelf-lockOne hand is all you need tomount bellows units, film holderadapters, digital backs and lensboards. The units lock themselvesin place and can be attached ina snap. Once experienced, thisfeature cannot be done without.Solid constructionDesigning a well thought-outprofessional camera is no meanfeat. ARCA-SWISS places paramountimportance on precisionand stability. Not producing heavyand cumbersome solutions hasits justification.By using design innovations,carefully selected materials andspecialized metal coatings,ARCA-SWISS succeeded inreducing the weight of theircameras as much as possiblewithout compromising stabilityand precision. Size ratios ofeach component are optimizedfor function and relationship tothe overall design.Dampening of vibration is anotherarea in which ARCA-SWISSM-Line and F-Line cameras excel.A R C AS W I S S1.3

1Flexibility and efficiencyHandy, future-readyaccessoriesARCA-SWISS offers a wide rangeof well thought-out accessoriesfor their large format cameras.Among them is a large selectionof synthetic and leather bellowsunits in a variety of sizes andshapes. Compendium lens hoods,filter holders, filters, Polaroidbacks, reduction plates, reflexmirrors, focusing aids, shuttersystems, digital backs or adaptersfor them are all part of the assortment.ARCA-SWISS set newstandards in professional cameraswith the introduction of threedevices that make a photographer‘sjob easier: the patented SIMlight metering system, theMicrolink electronic shuttersystem and the eidos multifunctionmodule: intelligenceyou can rely on.no stray light will interfere withthe image - even eyeglasswearers have no problems.The viewing hood, combinedwith the adjustable bellowsmade of soft leather or the selfsupportingbellows are alternativesfor devotees of groundglassviewing. The binocular magnifiercan be used or not, as desired.Use of a single lupe is also anoption. The focusing bellowscan be used on both 6x9 and4x5 cameras. It is verycompact when folded. Theaccuracy of the focus settingalso depends on the quality ofthe groundglass image.ARCA-SWISS‘s groundglassboasts an extraordinarily brightand crisp groundglass image forperfect image control.be obtained by using a multipurposestandard and a filter holder framein conjunction with a standardbellows unit. This setup makesdifficult studio applications easierto handle.The filter holder frame, which isattached to a rod mounted onthe format frame, can be shiftedand tilted. It enables the use offilters or masks in front of thelens.The mechanical self-cockingshutterCopal: stepless shutter selection.The mechanical self-cockingshutterProntor Professional: no manualcocking required. The aperturecan be selected in third-stop increments.Aperture and shutterclose to the selected value whenthe cable release is pressed orby activating the mechanicalcontrol unit. The aperture/shutterunit can be opened equally easilyafter the exposure.ARCA-SWISS MicrolinkThe digitally controlledARCA-SWISS Microlink shutter,combined with the eidos multifunctionmodule, offers the highestdegree of precision and ease ofoperation.Film backsAdapters are available to mountvarious manufacturers backs.Viewing aidsViewing aids are tools whichassist in controlling the image.ARCA-SWISS‘s unique patentedbinocular reflex viewers for themedium format and 4x5" camerasproduce a righted, magnifiedgroundglass image. Unparalleledbrightness is achieved even whenthe camera is shifted, thanks toa patented shift module. The softpadding around the viewinghood on all viewers ensuresLens shadingThe compendium is an importanttool to guarantee high-contrastimages free of stray light effects:it protects the lens from unwantedrays of light. There are twocomplimentary solutions available.The compendium with scissorextensionis the ideal option whenconsidering size and complexity.Greater degrees of freedom canLens and shutterARCA-SWISS and the lensmanufacturers offer a completeprogram of various shutters forlenses from 35mm to 1000mm.They all follow the principle ofhigh precision and vibrationminimization that can only beobtained from a mid-lensshutter.Digital backsARCA-SWISS offers both theirown digital back as well as thoseof other leading manufacturers.1.4A R C AS W I S S

The optical bench1The monorailThe backbone of any professional camera.ARCA-SWISS uses it to offer unlimited freedomwith maximum stability.The telescopic monorailConsisting of an extension bracket and two monrail units,this is a flexible and amazingly efficient solution.Thetelescopic monorail is available in lengths of 30cm to100cm. The monorail units move freely in the extension bracketand can be fastened using handy quick-locks.This system enables lightning-quick extension adjustments,rough focusing and subject distance modifications.Close-ups and distant-subject shots can be achievedover a wide range without requiring additional accessories.The collapsible monorailThe collabsible monorail for the ARCA-SWISS F-Line Cconsists of two monorail units joined by a precision foldingmechanism which holds the monorail units together whenfolded. Only a short extension bracket is required.Additional extensionsShould the extension have to be increased quickly,none of the basic camera settings have to be changed:the monorail extension can be inserted directly intothe monorial unit.Unlimited extensionCombining extension bracketsand various lengths of monorailunits allows the monorail to beadapted to any desired extension.In short, ARCA-SWISS sets nolimits on creativity.Camera mountThe camera mounting system does not figure largely in conventionaldesigns regarding vibration dampening. But the entire photographicsystem has to be free of vibration to produce perfect images.The ARCA-SWISS Monoball® B is the state-of-the-art tripod headthat meets any requirement of a camera system. Using theaccessory ground plate makes worm‘s-eye photographs a reality.Monorail units041040 Rail unit I 0 - 40cm041115 Rail unit II 0 - 15cm041120 Rail unit II 0 - 20cm041125 Rail unit II 0 - 25cm041130 Rail unit II 0 - 30cm041140 Rail unit II 0 - 40cm041150 Rail unit II 0 - 50cm041202 Rail Stopper Set II041225 Rail Extension II 25cmExtension brackets042008 Extension bracket I 85mm042108 Extension bracket II 85mm042130 Extension bracket II 300mm042140 Extension bracket II 400mm042150 Extension bracket II 500mm042180 Extension bracket II 800mm042199 Extension bracket II 1000mmOptical bench telescopic043130 Optical bench 30 cmtelescopic043140 Optical bench 40 cmtelescopic043150 Optical bench 50 cmtelescopic043180 Optical bench 80 cmtelescopic043199 Optical bench 100 cmtelescopicOptical bench collapsible044130 Optical bench 30cm collapsible(incl. extension bracket 8.5cm)044140 Optical bench 40cm collapsible(incl. extension bracket 8.5cm)044150 Optical bench 50cm collapsible(incl. extension bracket 8.5cm)Tripod heads801001.2 ARCA-SWISS Monoball B1with quickset device801001.3 ARCA-SWISS Monoball B2with quickset device801011.2 ARCA-SWISS Monoball B1with plate and 3/8" mount801013.2 ARCA-SWISS Monoball B1with plate and1/4" mount802000 Quickset device with3/8" threaded socket, 84mm802001 Quickset device with1/4" threaded socket, 84mm802002 Quickset device with3/8" threaded socket, 60mm802003 Quickset device with1/4" threaded socket, 60mmA R C AS W I S S1.5

1ARCA-SWISS F -classic011000 F -classic 6x9043130 Optical bench 30 cm telescopic052000 Function carrier F -classic, front052001 Function carrier F -classic, rear061000 Format frame 6x9 F -classic, front061001 Format frame 6x9 F -classic, rear080003 Groundglass frame 6x9 withFresnel (direct mount)071000 Universal bellows 6x9, 20cm, leatherWeight: 2.4 kg.014000 F -classic 8x10“043150 Optical bench 50 cm telescopic052000 Function carrier F -classic, front052001 Function carrier F -classic, rear062000 Format frame 4x5“ F -classic, front062031 Format frame 8x10“ F -classic, rear088013 Film holder and groundglassframe 8x10“ with Fresnel076000 Standard bellows 8x10“, 50cm,biconical, syntheticWeight: 4.1 kg.012000 F -classic 4x5“043130 Optical bench 30 cm telescopic052000 Function carrier F -classic, front052001 Function carrier F -classic, rear062000 Format frame 4x5“ F -classic, front062001 Format frame 4x5“ F -classic, rear080007 Film holder and groundglassframe 4x5“ with Fresnel072040 Standard bellows 4x5, 38cm,syntheticWeight: 3.4 kg.ARCA-SWISS F -classic C013000 F -classic 5x7“043140 Optical bench 40 cm telescopic052000 Function carrier F -classic, front052001 Function carrier F -classic, rear062000 Format frame 4x5“ F -classic, front062021 Format frame 5x7“ F -classic, rear088012 Film holder and groundglassframe 5x7“ with Fresnel075000 Standard bellows 5x7“, 50cm,biconical, syntheticWeight: 3.8 kg.ARCA-SWISS F -classic C (compact) cameras are identical toF -classics, but have a collapsible monorail instead of thetelescopic monorail.011001 F -classic 6x9 C044130 Optical bench 30cm collapsibleWeight: 2.2 kg.012001 F -classic 4x5“ C044130 Optical bench 30cm collapsibleWeight: 3.2 kg.013001 F -classic 5x7“ C044140 Optical bench 40cm collapsibleWeight: 3.6 kg.014001 F -classic 8x10“ C044150 Optical bench 50cm collapsibleWeight: 3.9 kg.1.6A R C AS W I S S

ARCA-SWISS F -metric1014002 F -metric 8x10“043150 Optical bench 50 cm telescopic052101 Function carrier F -metric, front052102 Function carrier F -metric, rear062010 Format frame 4x5“ F -metric, front062031 Format frame 8x10“ F -classic, rear088013 Film holder and groundglassframe 8x10“ with Fresnel076000 Standard bellows 8x10“, 50cm,biconical, syntheticWeight: 4.3 kg.011002 F -metric 6x9043130 Optical bench 30 cm telescopic052101 Function carrier F -metric, front052102 Function carrier F -metric, rear061010 Format frame 6x9 F -metric, front061011 Format frame 6x9 F -metric, rear080003 Groundglass frame 6x9 withFresnel (direct mount)071000 Universal bellows 6x9, 20cm, leatherWeight: 2.6 kg.012002 F -metric 4x5“043130 Optical bench 30 cm telescopic052101 Function carrier F -metric, front052102 Function carrier F -metric, rear062010 Format frame 4x5“ F -metric, front062011 Format frame 4x5“ F -metric, rear080007 Film holder and Groundglassframe 4x5“ with Fresnel072040 Standard bellows 4x5, 38cm,syntheticWeight: 3.6 kg.ARCA-SWISS F -metric CArca Swiss F -metric C (compact) cameras are identical toF -metrics, but have a collapsible monorail instead of thetelescopic monorail.011003 F -metric 6x9 C044130 Optical bench 30cm collapsibleWeight: 2.4 kg.012003 F -metric 4x5“ C044130 Optical bench 30cm collapsibleWeight: 3.4 kg.013003 F -metric 5x7“ C044140 Optical bench 40cm collapsibleWeight: 3.8 kg.014003 F -metric 8x10“ C044150 Optical bench 50cm collapsibleWeight: 4.1 kg.013002 F -metric 5x7“043140 Optical bench 40 cm telescopic052101 Function carrier F -metric, front052102 Function carrier F -metric, rear062010 Format frame 4x5“ F -metric, front062024 Format frame 5x7“ F -metric, rear088012 Film holder and groundglassframe 5x7“ with Fresnel075000 Standard bellows 5x7“, 50cm,biconical, syntheticWeight: 4.0 kg.A R C AS W I S S1.7

1ARCA-SWISS M -Line018100 M -monolith 6x9043130 Optical bench 30 cm telescopic055000 Function carrier M -monolith front055001 Function carrier M -monolith rear063003 Format frame M -monolith 6x9 frontwith orbix® tilt063002 Format frame M -monolith 6x9 rear080003 Groundglass frame 6x9 with Fresnel(direct mount)071001 Standard bellows 6x9, 24cm, syntheticWeight: 4.2 kg.018400 M -monolith 8x10“043150 Optical bench 50 cm telescopic055000 Function carrier M -monolith front055001 Function carrier M -monolith rear063023 Format frame M -monolith 4x5“ frontwith orbix® tilt063040 Format frame M -monolith 8x10“ rear088013 Film holder and groundglassframe 8x10“ with Fresnel076000 Standard bellows 8x10“, 50cm,biconical, syntheticWeight: 5.9 kg.018200 M -monolith 4x5“043140 Optical bench 40 cm telescopic055000 Function carrier M -monolith front055001 Function carrier M -monolith rear063023 Format frame M -monolith 4x5“ frontwith orbix® tilt063021 Format frame M -monolith 4x5“ rear080007 Film holder and Groundglassframe 4x5“ with Fresnel072040 Standard bellows 4x5“, 38cm,syntheticWeight: 5.3 kg.018300 M -monolith 5x7“043150 Optical bench 50 cm telescopic055000 Function carrier M -monolith front055001 Function carrier M -monolith rear063023 Format frame M -monolith 4x5“ frontwith orbix® tilt063030 Format frame M -monolith 5x7“ rear088012 Film holder and groundglassframe 5x7“ with Fresnel075000 Standard bellows 5x7“, 50cm,biconical, syntheticWeight: 6.2 kg.1.8A R C AS W I S S

ARCA-SWISS Extensions -Kit1kitThe economy priced Discovery allows you to extendyour system with the components of the already establishedARCA-SWISS camera program. The Discovery kit comeswith a Fresnel lens and a camera bag. In quintessentialARCA-SWISS fashion, the standards have been designedto make adjustments in focusing superfluous after makingparallel displacements. Naturally the Discovery is yawfree as all ARCA-SWISS cameras.0210445 Discovery 4x5“041130 Monorail unit 30cm042108 Extension bracket 8.5cm051010 Function carrier Discovery, front051011 Function carrier Discovery, rear062150 Format frame Discovery, front062151 Format frame Discovery, rear080007 Film holder and groundglassframe 4x5“ with Fresnel072040 Bellows 4x5“ standard, 38 cm,synth.140020 Softbag/rucksackWeight: 3.1 kg.orbix®orbix can be added to all F-Line camera models as anaccessory. The orbix‘s movements are perpendicular tothe optical axis rather than the monorail. Focusadjustments therefore occur in the selected plane andare also easier to make. The orbix produces absolutelyyaw-free movements - an indispensable feature whenshooting with digital cameras because of their smallsensors. Another benefit is a marked increase inmovement with short focal length lenses.The orbixdynamicmodel gives the user the ability to performdynamic focus adjustments. Simply make manualadjustments in the optical axis until the desired focus isattained. Unlocking or locking of the mechanism is notrequired. The orbix-micrometric model offers gearedcontrol.orbix - extensionThe product code consists of thecamera code with a ¨o¨ at theend of the number.comThe com accessory is compatible with all F/M cameras.Com stands for communication. The unit transmits informationregarding focus to the eidos e-module. The frame carriershave an internal electronically controlled sensor.The product code consists ofthe camera code with a ¨c¨ atthe end of the number.A R C AS W I S S1.9

1ARCA-SWISS BellowsWide angle Standard Long071000Universal bellows 6x920cm, leather071010Wide angle bellows 6x915cm, leather071030Wide angle bellows 6x9-4x5“conical, 24cm, leather071000 071010 071001071025071030 071031 071032071001Standard bellows 6x924cm, synth.071025Long bellows 6x950cm, synth.071031Standard bellows 6x9-4x5“,conical, 38cm, synth.071032Long bellows 6x9-4x5“conical, 50cm, synth.072051072050Wide angle bellows 4x5“20cm, leather072050072040072060072040Standard bellows 4x5“38cm, synth.072051Wide angle bellows 4x5“20cm, synth.072060Long bellows 4x5“70cm, synth.075010Wide angle bellows 5x7“25cm, leather075010 075011075000 075001075000Standard bellows 5x7“biconical, 50cm, synth.075011Wide angle bellows 5x7“25cm, synth.075001Long bellows 5x7“biconical, 70cm, synth.076010Wide angle bellows 8x10“30cm, leather076010 076011076000 076001076000Standard bellows 8x10“biconical, 50cm, synth.076011Wide angle bellows 8x10“30cm, synth.076001Long bellows 8x10“biconical, 70cm, synth1.10A R C AS W I S S

ARCA-SWISS Format conversion1011200Format converting set F -classic 6x9061000 Format frame F -classic 6x9front061001 Format frame F -classic 6x9rear080003 Groundglass frame 6x9,with Fresnel (direct mount)071000 Universal bellows 6x9, 20cm,leather011201Format converting set F -classic 4x5“-6x9wide angleFormat converting F -classic Format converting F -metric 011210Format converting set F -metric 6x9080003011200 011210080003061001 071000 061000011202071031061011 071000 061010011212071031061010 Format frame F -metric 6x9front061011 Format frame F -metric 6x9rear080003 Groundglass frame 6x9,with Fresnel (direct mount)071000 Universal bellows 6x9, 20cm,leather011211Format converting set F -metric 4x5“-6x9wide angle062001 Format frame F -classic 4x5“rear080007 Film holder and groundglassframe 4x5“, with Fresnel071030 Wide angle bellows 6x9-4x5“24cm, conical, leather011202Format converting set F -classic 4x5“-6x9standard062001 Format frame F -classic 4x5“rear080007 Film holder and groundglassframe 4x5“, with Fresnel071031 Standard bellows 6x9-4x5“38cm, conical, synth.012190Format converting set F -classic 4x5“062001 Format frame F -classic 4x5“rear080007 Film holder and groundglassframe 4x5“, with Fresnel072040 Standard bellows 4x5“, 38cm,synth.012200Format converting set F -classic 5x7“062021 Format frame F -classic 5x7“rear088012 Film holder and groundglassframe 5x7“, with Fresnel075000 Standard bellows 5x7“, 50cm,biconical, synth.012210Format converting set F -classic 8x10“062031 Format frame F -classic 8x10“rear088013 Film holder and groundglassframe 8x10“, with Fresnel076000 Standard bellows 8x10“, 50cm,biconical, synth.080007 062001080007 062011011201012190080007 062001 072040088012 062021012200012210075000071030011211012195080007 062011 072040012205088012 062024 075000012210088013 062031 076000088013 062031 076000071030062011 Format frame F -metric 4x5“rear080007 Film holder and groundglassframe 4x5“, with Fresnel071030 Wide angle bellows 6x9-4x5“24cm, conical, leather011212Format converting set F -metric 4x5“-6x9standard062011 Format frame F -metric 4x5“rear080007 Film holder and groundglassframe 4x5“, with Fresnel071031 Standard bellows, 6x9-4x5“38cm, conical, synth.012195Format converting set F -metric 4x5“062011 Format frame F -metric 4x5“rear080007 Film holder and groundglassframe 4x5“, with Fresnel072040 Standard bellows 4x5“, 38cm,synth.012205Format converting set F -metric 5x7“062024 Format frame F -metric 5x7“rear088012 Film holder and groundglassframe 5x7“, with Fresnel075000 Standard bellows 5x7“, 50cm,biconical, synth.012210Format converting set F -metric 8x10“(idendical to F -classic)062031 Format frame F -classic 8x10“rear088013 Film holder and groundglassframe 8x10“, with Fresnel076000 Standard bellows 8x10“, 50cm,biconical, synth.A R C AS W I S S1.11

1ARCA-SWISS Format conversion -Standards011809Format converting set M -monolith 6x9063003 Format frame M -monolith 6x9front, with orbix® tilt063002 Format frame M -monolith 6x9rear080003 Groundglass frame 6x9,with Fresnel (direct mount)071001 Standard bellows 24cm, synth.Format converting M -monolith011809 080003063003 071001 063002069000Extender for front format frame (8x10“)011810Format converting set M -monolith 4x5“-6x9wide angle071031011811080007063021 Format frame M -monolith 4x5“rear080007 Film holder and groundglassframe 4x5“, with Fresnel071030 Wide angle bellows 6x9-4x5“24cm, conical, leather011811Format converting set M -monolith 4x5“-6x9standard063021 Format frame M -monolith 4x5“rear080007 Film holder and groundglassframe 4x5“, with Fresnel071031 Standard bellows 6x9-4x5“38cm, conical, synth.071030011810011812063021080007031069Multipurpose standard 6x9061000 Format frame051010 Function carrier front011812Format converting set M -monolith 4x5“063021 Format frame M -monolith 4x5“rear080007 Film holder and groundglassframe 4x5“, with Fresnel072040 Standard bellows 4x5“, 38cm,synth.011813Format converting set M -monolith 5x7“063030 Format frame M -monolith 5x7“rear088012 Film holder and groundglassframe 5x7“, with Fresnel075000 Standard bellows 5x7“, 50cm,biconical, synth.011814Format converting set M -monolith 8x10“063040 Format frame M -monolith 8x10“rear088013 Film holder and groundglassframe 8x10“, with Fresnel076000 Standard bellows 8x10“, 50cm,biconical, synth.072040 063021011813088012075000 063030011814088013031045Multipurpose standard 4x5“062150 Format frame051010 Function carrier front076000 0630401.12A R C AS W I S S

ARCA-SWISS Function carrier1051000Function carrier F -basic front5 functions.Ergonomic and functionally separatedcontrols.Horizontal/vertical movement controlson the left.Shift control knob on the front.Geared focus control with separatefriction/lock control on the right.Spirit levels.051001Function carrier F -basic rear5 Functions.Ergonomic and functionally separatedcontrols.Horizontal/vertical movement controls onthe left.Shift control knob on the front.Geared focus control with separate friction/lock control on the right.Spirit levels.052000Function carrier F -classic front5 Functions.Ergonomic and functionally separatedcontrols.Horizontal/vertical movement controls onthe left.Shift control with locking tab on the front.Geared focus control with separate friction/lock control on the right.Spirit levels.052001Function carrier F -classic rear5 Functions.Ergonomic and functionally separatedcontrols.Horizontal/vertical movement controls onthe left.Shift control with locking tab on the front.Geared focus control with separate friction/lock control on the right.Spirit levels.052101Function carrier F -metric front6 functions.Ergonomic and functionally separatedcontrols.Horizontal/vertical movement controls onthe left.Shift is set using the self-locking gearedmechanism and/or with the formatframe‘s lock mechanism.Geared focus control with friction/lockcontrol on the right.Spirit levels.052102Function carrier F -metric rear6 Functions.Ergonomic and functionally separatedcontrols.Horizontal/vertical movement controls onthe left.Shift is set using the self-locking gearedmechanism and/or with the formatframe‘s lock mechanism.Geared focus control with friction/lockcontrol on the right.Spirit levels.055000Function carrier M -monolith front7 Functions.All movements via self-locking, precisiongeared mechanisms.Ergonomic and functionally separatedcontrols.Horizontal/vertical movement controls onthe left.Shift, height and focus controls are on theright.Additional shifting is possible using theformat frame lock mechanism.Tilt degree display.Spirit levels.055001Function carrier M -monolith rear7 Functions.All movements via self-locking, precisiongeared mechanisms.Ergonomic and functionally separatedcontrols.Horizontal/vertical movement controls onthe left.Shift, height and focus controls are on theright.Additional shifting is possible using theformat frame lock mechanism.Tilt degree display.Spirit levels.A R C AS W I S S1.13

1ARCA-SWISS Viewing systems -Light control161001Viewing bellows, leather6x9/4x5“161002Viewing bellows, self supporting6x9/4x5“161003Binocular reflex viewer 6x9161004Binocular reflex viewer 4x5“161012Binocular lens board forviewing bellows, # 161001161013Eye mask for #161001,161003 and 161004161015Adapter frame 4x5“for 161001091000.2Lens board, 110x110flat, size “0“091000.3Lens board, 110x110flat, size “1“091000.4Lens board, 110x110flat, size “3“091001.2Lens board, 110x11015mm recessed, size “0“091004.2Lens board, 110x1107mm recessed, size “0“091004.3Lens board, 110x1107mm recessed, size “1“091041.2Lens board, 171x17113mm recessed, size “0“091041.3Lens board, 171x17113mm recessed, size “1“091041.4Lens board, 171x17113mm recessed, size “3“091042.2Lens board, 171x17126mm recessed, size “0“111000Compendium lens hood 6x9with scissors movement and filterholder adapter, incl. 111007111001Compendium lens hood 4x5“with scissors movement and filterholder adapter, incl. 111008111009Filter/bellowsholder 4x5“, incl. 111008111010Filter/bellowsholder 6x9, incl. 111007161004 161013 161012 161001 161015 091041.2-4091042.2161003161013161002161012121320212332 1243411-331213201FilterSet130424 Graduation filter 100x150mm131122 Contrast filter set (6 filter)100x100mm131222 Conversion filter set (6 filter)100x100mm132322 Conversion filter set (12 filter)100x100mm133322 Conversion filter set (24 filter)100x100mm161001091000.2-4091001.2091004.2/312132 111002Adapter, Filter holder universal1243411 Ø 49mm1243412 Ø 52 mm1243413 Ø 55 mm1243414 Ø 58mm1243415 Ø 60mm1243416 Ø 62mm1243417 Ø 67mm1243418 Ø 77mm1243419 Ø 82mm1243420 Ø 95mm1243422 Ø 105mm1243431 Hasselblad 501243432 Hasselblad 601243433 Hasselblad 701214302 130424 111009 1110011214201Filter Holders11101011100811100011100712132Filter holder universal100x100mm12332Filter holder extension universal (2 filter)1211502Filter holder with thread 105 mmfor compendium 4x5“1213201Filter holder, 100x100mm revolves forcompendium 6x91213202Filter holder100x100mm revolves forcompendium 4x5“1214201Filter holder carton 100x100mmcompendium 6x91214302Filter holder carton 125x125mmcompendium 4x5“111002Compendium forFilter holder universal1.14 A R C AS W I S S

ARCA-SWISS Adaption -Reduction1200006Lens board adapterARCA-SWISS 110x110/ARCA-SWISS 171x171200009Rollfilm holder adapter Hasselbladwithout transport.200002Format reduction boardARCA-SWISS 4x5“- 6x9without groundglass holder.Equal film-plane.200007Lens board adapterARCA-SWISS 110x110 - Sinar200011Rollfilm holder adapter Mamiya RZwithout transport.200001Format reduction boardARCA-SWISS 5x7“- 4x5“without groundglass holder.Equal film-plane.200005Lens board adapterLinhof - ARCA-SWISS 171x171080002Rollfilm holder adapterARCA-SWISS, Horseman,Mamiya RB200004Format reduction boardARCA-SWISS 8x10“- 4x5“without groundglass holder .Equal film-plane.200008Lens board adapterSinar - ARCA-SWISS 171x171A R C AS W I S S1.15

1ARCA-SWISS E modulesThe Microlink shutterThis electronic, mid-lens shutteris designed for precise exposuretimes and superb reliability. Theunit is controlled via the eidoscamera computer.Parts list e modules90102 ARCA-SWISS eidos with camerasetting, shutter control andexposure metering software90241 Eidos module mount to attachonto the extension bracket.90245 AC adapter and charger foreidos.90246 Rechargeable battery for eidosEidosArtificial intelligence for anyARCA-SWISS professionalcamera. The well-designed unitmeasures and controls theexposure, controls the shutterand calculates the requiredcamera settings.SIMThe ARCA-SWISS groundglass SIM(Screen Integrated Metering)allows point, integral and contrastmeasuring on the film plane withhigh exposure accuracy of day-,flash or mixed light.90248 Cable for ARCA-SWISS comcameras90250 Cable for ARCA-SWISS 6x9SIM groundglass holders90251 Cable for ARCA-SWISS 4x5/8x10“SIM groundglass holders90260 Cable for ARCA-SWISS Microlinkshutters, 1.5m90261 Cable for ARCA-SWISS Microlinkshutters, 1.5m90400 SIM groundglass holder 6x9complete with fresnel lens90420 SIM groundglass holder 4x5“complete with fresnel lens90440 SIM groundglass holder 5x7“complete with fresnel lens90460 SIM groundglass holder 8x10“complete with fresnel lens90600 ARCA-SWISS Microlink 0 shutter90620 ARCA-SWISS Microlink 1 shutter90640 ARCA-SWISS Microlink 3 shutterEidos module mountTo mount the camera computeronto the monorail. Mounting platewith magnetic coating. Can berotated through 360° with clickstopsin 15° increments for optimalpositioning.1.16 A R C AS W I S S

ARCA-SWISS Imaging1ExplorerDiscovering the direct route fromone point to another without detourswas, and is ARCA-SWISS‘sgoal. And a goal successfullyreached time and again.ARCA-SWISS is always at theforefront of technology, both withthe electronic camera and the firstprofessional digital imaging system.ApplicationsApplications are never limitedthanks to the modular camerasystem.Wide-angle applicationswith the M-monolith are limitless.Even the shortest focal lengthscan be used with the flat lensboard. Any high-performancedigital back - be it chip or scanner -can be used. Only the applicationand budget dictate the type ofback to use. Should you selectthe medium format ARCA SWISSbecause of the small sensors,the camera can be expandedfor use with 4x5 scanners or even8x10 film at any time.QualityQuality of an ARCA-SWISS camerais of the highest standards thanksto its perfect design and preciseconstruction. The self-lockinggeared mechanisms of theF -metric and M -monolith camerasmake controlling the camera asimple and exact task. Equippedwith the orbix® translation unit,movements are more precisethan with other systems which,in turn, leads to better pictures.FlexibilityFlexibility is a by-product of theinterchangeable monorail systemas well as lightweight design.An ARCA-SWISS F-Line camerawith a scanning back on a shortrail and small mounting block,combined with a copy stand andlightbox, becomes a flexible filmscanning unit. A wide selectionof adapters or rotating platesmake the use of various digitalbacks efficient and flexible.(Adapters listed on page 17)960000Rotating plate unit for rectangularsensors. Interchangeable viewfindersystem with rotatinggroundglass.200010Leaf adapter plate.The ARCA-SWISS TrueCam ®is a three-shot CCD camerawhich offers real-time imagedisplay and hence visual cameracontrol. The camera has anintegrated filter wheel withcomputer- controlled colourprocessing.The TrueCam® iscontrolled via the ARCA-SWISSCapt® Photoshop plug-in.955002The ARCA-SWISS TrueCam ®Computer Interface.Adapter for ARCA-SWISSmedium format cameras.ARCA-SWISS CAPT® software.ARCA-SWISS M -monolith camerawith a scanning back and theMicrolink shutter-combined withthe eidos camera computer.ARCA-SWISS M -monolith withchip-back and rotating, slidingbackA R C AS W I S S1.17

1ARCA-SWISS AccessoriesSheet holders602002 Film holder 4x5“603002 Film holder 5x7“604002 Film holder 8x10“Rollfilm holders611000 Rollfilm holder 6x7 /120for 6x9 cameras611002 Rollfilm holder 6x7 /120for International back 4x5“611010 Rollfilm holder 6x9 /120for 6x9 cameras611012 Rollfilm holder 6x9 /120for International back 4x5“611014 Rollfilm holder 6x7 /120for 6x9 camerasincl. adapter 080002611016 Rollfilm holder 6x9 /120for 6x9 camerasincl. adapter 080002611022 Rollfilm holder 6x12 /120for International back 4x5“Polaroid backs621001 Polaroid back for ARCA-SWISSmedium-format cameras 6x9Pack -film 8.3 x 10.8cm623000 Polaroid back 405, specialversion for all ARCA -SWISS 4x5“cameras. Pack film 8.3 x 10.8cm622000 Polaroid back 545ifor Polaroid sheet film.621001 623000 622000Groundglasses170011 Groundglass for 6x9170014 Groundglass for 4x5“170017 Groundglass for 5x7“170018 Groundglass for 8x10“Fresnel lenses180022 Fresnel lens for 6x9180024 Fresnel lens for 4x5“180025 Fresnel lens for 5x7“180026 Fresnel lens for 8x10“Mirrors210001 Mirror for angle photographyin metal casing.210002 Mirror for angle photographyin metal casing.50% reflectingCases140004 6x9 F-Line case “eco 69“Weight: 3.7 kg.140005 4x5“ F/M-Line, case “eco 45“Weight: 5.1 kg.140006 F-Line 4x5“/ M-Line 6x9 case “duo“Weight: 4.3 kg.140012 Leather case for F-Line C 6x9,leather, light greyWeight: 1.4 kg.140013 Leather case for F-Line C 6x9leather, light brownWeight: 1.4 kg.140020 Softbag/rucksack for F-Line cameras(monorail up to 30cm)Weight: 2.4 kg.ARCA SWISS140020 140012/140013 140005 140004 1400061.18A R C AS W I S S

ARCA-SWISS Data1Example of benches extensionopticalbenches30 cm collapsible30 cm telescopic(45 cm extended)to50cmto60cmto70cmto80cmt o 100 cm +with rail extension25cmwithrail unit 30cm40cm collapsiblewith rail extension 25cm40 cm telescopic(60cm extended)50 cm collapsible50 cm telescopic(75 cm extended)with extension bracket 40cmand rail unit 20cmwithrail unit 40cmwith extension bracket 30cmand rail unit 20cmwithrail unit 30cmwith rail extension25cmwith extension bracket 40cmand rail unit 30cmwith rail unit 50cmwith extension bracket 30cmand rail unit 30cmwithrail unit 40cmwith extension bracket 30cmand rail unit 30cmwithrail unit 40cmwith extension bracket 50cmand rail unit 50cmwith rail unit 40cm andrail unit 50cmwith extension bracket 40cmand rail unit 40cmwith two rail unit 40cmwith extension bracket 40cmand rail unit 40cmwith rail unit 50cmExtensions and bellowsbellowsextensionformatfocusbellowsmaterialarticle15 cm20 cm25 cm50 cm6x935-75 mm55-150 mm150-210 mm210-480 mmwide angleuniversalstandardlongleatherleathersyntheticsynthetic07101007100007100107102524 cm38 cm50 cm6x9 - 4x5"35-210 mm150-300 mm210-480 mmwide anglestandardlongleather, conicalsynthetic, conicalsynthetic, conical07103007103107103220 cm20 cm38 cm70 cm4x5"35-210 mm35-180 mm150-240 mm240-600 mmwide anglewide anglestandardlongleathersyntheticsyntheticsynthetic07205007205107204007206025 cm25 cm50 cm70 cm5x7"72-210 mm72-210 mm210-360 mm300-600 mmwide anglewide anglestandardlongleather, biconicalsyntheticsynthetic, biconicalsynthetic, biconical07601007501107500007500130 cm30 cm50 cm70 cm8x10"115-240 mm115-240 mm155-360 mm300-600 mmwide anglewide anglestandardlongleather, biconicalsyntheticsynthetic, biconicalsynthetic, biconical076010076011076000076001Lens boards for wide angle lensesmodellens boardsrodenstockapo grandagon 4.5/35mmrodenstockapo grandagon 4.5/45mmrodenstockapo grandagon 4.5/55mmschneidersuper angulon XL 5.6/47mmF -classic 6x9F -classic 4x5"110x110 mm171x171 mm15 mm recessed25 mm recessedstandardstandardstandardstandard7 mm recessedstandardF -metric 6x9F -metric 4x5"M -monolith 6x9M -monolith 4x5"110x110 mm171x171 mm110x110 mm171x171 mm15 mm recessed25 mm recessedstandard25 mm recessedstandardstandardstandardstandardstandardstandardstandardstandard7 mm recessedstandardstandardstandardA R C AS W I S S1.19

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