whats the main difference between tlr and slr medium format

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Q. whats the main difference between tlr and slr medium format

Asked by Matt Beidler (K=6) on 2/10/2005

other than price. ive noticed them to be alot cheaper but why. im thinking of getting in medium format but I dont wanna leave and doors uncheck before dropping some serious money here.

Raoul Endres (K=2676) - Comment Date 2/10/2005

TLR = Twin lens.

One lens for viewing, one for the film to take the actual photo.

Advantage is that it's a simpler design, no mirrors (slap, noise, etc). Problem is that they have aprallax error (viewing lense is from a slightly higher perspective). Also not a lot of options for backs or view finders or lenses.

SLRs are more like 35mm cameras, they have a big mirror so "what you see is what you get". Can change the backs and greater choice of lenses. Lots of different view finders (different angles, metered etc..)

Matt Beidler (K=6) - Comment Date 2/10/2005

ah ok. i knew that it stood for twin lense and single lense, but i was unsure about what the two lense did. thanks

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