[LargeFormat] "Best" 4x5 enlarger?

[Schwarz, Karl]

I use a LPL 4500XL and it is fantastic. I print only B&W and have the
Splitgrade enlarger head with the "comfort" feature. The combination of the
rock-solid LPL + the Splitgrade for exposures is fantastic. The new
"comfort" feature allows you to analyze the exposure to place photo elements
in the desired print zone before you make your first print. It is a great
tool for learning, because you can "see" the effects of time vs. paper grade
changes graphically on a Zone System scale. Even without all these features,
the Splitgrade is worth buying for the f-stop timer (tenths of a stop
adjustment) and variable grade exposures based on the paper
manufacturer/type.

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Karl Q. Schwarz, MD
Box 679, Cardiology Unit
University of Rochester Medical Center
Rochester, NY 14642
TEL: (585) 275-8218
FAX: (585) 442-6760
PAGER: (585) 220-1908 <- BEST
E-MAIL: karl_schwarz@urmc.rochester.edu



> My camera club is considering buying an LF enlarger, and is considering an
> Omega D2 or D2V.
> 
> What do people recommend?