RE: Ultimate viewer

[Greg Erker <erker@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

>Greg, why doncha get those Peterson 6x6 lens as well, and
>do a MF 3D "Consumers Report" for everyone? :-)

  Actually, If I won the lottery I'd probably
buy a pair of Schneider 4x loupes. Might work
quite nice.
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/photo/loupes/214.html

  Schneider 6x6 Magnifier (08039816)
              High quality multicoated 4x magnifier
              with optimal image quality. 30mm wide
              eye point for less eye fatigue. Built-in
              focusing diopter. 56x56mm bottom skirt is
              interchangeable for film, print and glass
              viewing. Dimensions are 2.4 x 2.4 x 3.4"
              (60 x 60 x 86mm) Weighs 4.4 oz. (124g). With strap.
              Item # SCL66....224.00

  For those looking for the IMAX widescreen type effect, you
might want to check out this one:

  Kenko Excelupe 5x (EC5X)
              High quality all-purpose 5x magnification loupe
              that covers the 6x6 frame, with high eye-point.
              Distortion free. Adjustable focusing lens. The base
              is built with a translucent skirt for viewing prints
              or slides. Multicoated, 2G, 3E construction with a
              55mm effective field of view. The dimensions are 2.5
              x 2.7" (64 x 68mm). Weighs just 7.4 oz. (210g)
              Item # KELE5X....119.95


  The 5 power probably means the FL is around 62mm (Mag=1+250/FL).
And the price is quite moderate for a 2 group 3 element lens.
You might want to do a dejanews search before spending 2x$119 though.
Or just order them from a place with a good return policy and eat
the postage costs if you don't like'em.


Greg