Re: SLIDE FORMAT OF 3-D CAMERAS

[egoldste@xxxxxxxxxx (Eric Goldstein)]

At 3:03 PM 2/29/96, Shab Levy wrote:
>I am sure you know that the RBT, which is probably the most advanced 3-D
>camera in production today, is a full frame format (24mm x 36mm). While
>format maybe a personal preference, I think you will agree that full format
>maximizes the options one has.


I think there are too many photogs out there who have shot square for too
long to universally agree with your statement that a 2 by 3 aspect ratio
maximizes options. George alludes to a few disadvantageous options in his
post: more time spent reloading, more film to lug, and increased media
costs... another would be no way to take advantage of the portrait "option"
in a twin lens camera.

Consider: if RBT were to clone a couple of Hasselblads to make a "pro"
medium format stereo camera, it would have a square format, and I don't
think too many shooters would complain... except for the price!



Eric G.
egoldste@xxxxxx



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