Chamonix 810V ~ 10×8 Wood & Carbon Fibre Field Camera

Chamonix 810V is a beauty, impressive in it’s very presence….come and see, we have a demo camera in the shop!

Chamonix makes two 8×10 view cameras: The fuller featured 810V and the ultra-lightweight 810 Alpinist. Here’s the 810V…

The modern design of each of these beautiful view cameras aims to achieve a perfect balance between light weight and stability.

Every one of these is handmade, constructed of wood and carbon fiber composite material, which produce a signature aesthetic finding widespread appeal among photographers.

The Chamonix 810V camera has a light weight of 4,300g dueto the generous use of carbon fiber material, which also make this a very rigid camera.

To keep its weight as low as possible, we have eliminated some infrequently used movements. It is not a perfect camera for all occasions, but, like others in the Chamonix line-up, it does have its unique charm and character.

Much of its light weight comes from its specially designed T-shaped base plate which has a complex structure like a bridge. This innovation came out of the Chamonix principle of light weight and high quality.

While use of carbon fiber gives the camera extreme rigidity, all wood parts are carefully selected and hand varnished and polished by experienced craftsmen using traditional techniques.

Hand-crafted objects usually are the most beautiful, and the Chamonix 810V view camera’s beauty comes from such craftsmanship….only a few master craftsmen are qualified for the final steps of construction so that each camera is another example of the unique features of the Chamonix line of cameras.

The metal parts of the Chamonix 810V view camera are anodized aluminum with black finish. The wood choices are teak, and cherry.

The Chamonix 810V view camera uses a Sinar-type lens board which saves money!

After few years in production, in response to user feedback, Chamonix made a few changes found in the current–second generation–810V view camera.

They are:
1. Unibody carbon fiber base board
2. Increased rear frame thickness by 5mm
3. Bail back-like mechanism for easy inserting and secure holding of film holders
4. Front rise and fall lock
5. Weight increased 1kg (2.2 pounds)

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