Re: Realist vs. 4"x5"

[P3D Eric Goldstein <egoldste@xxxxxxxxxx>]

John B wrote:
> 
> When you look at the MTF curves for lenses and for film and consider their
> compounding, you find that in miniature format, the film drives the system
> MTF, in large format, the lens drives the system MTF, and in medium format
> they both contribute pretty equally.  So a fine lens in a larger format is
> working at a bit of an advantage, not being film limited.
> 
> John B


Ah, the very famous and oft-times refered to MTF curves.

Might we have a bit more explanation, sir? Perhaps what the initials "MTF" 
stand for, and a look at the curves themselves?

Danke.


Eric G.


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