Front Load Washer Base Plans

Someone please tell me any other film washer better than this.

I know this ball head load was rated much higher than I needed (8 lbs) but I wanted to make sure that I had some headroom in case I acquired some large glass. It is extreme stable and, when adjusted properly for your gear weight (instructions cover how), you can reposition the camera with ease. One tip: if you secure the BC-139 to your tripod base and then lock it on with set screws under the base, don't tighten the screws too far or the pano adjustment drags considerably.

This is my quality proofing/working paper. The white base and near perfect surface brings out the best and worst in every process—from checking an image at scale to nozzle checks—this paper reveals almost everything with clarity. It linearises near perfectly with a low(ish) ink load (245%) across all 6 colors at 1440dpi and the resulting ink surface is nearly perfect. This makes for fast, very high quality proofing. The base substrate is light, so more ink (2880) would require a lower ink load and slower head speeds to stop uneven surface expansion (and potential head strikes). The paper profiles beautifully and can emulate the fidelity and performance of better quality exhibition papers like MOAB Juniper which makes the transition across to final prints easier and more predictable. This makes it perfect to work through ideas on and it stacks flat in drawers without curl memory. A really impressive paper from Kodak (watermarked on the reverse) that beats Epson variants and produces great images that a lot of people enjoy. A great benchmark paper.

I used the pedals for 4 years until I switched to load cell, and the wheel and base for 6 years until I bought a direct-drive wheel. Very happy with the performance for entry-level equipment. 3.9 Nm force feedback is reasonable, and the conical brake mod for the brake pedals makes the feel somewhat (even if imperfectly) approximate a load cell brake. Internal paddle holders broke after 4 years of intense use, but it was quite easy to get replacements (from Thrustmaster and additional set from an independent vendor) for a reasonable price.

Load everything up and move it from one location to the next. All my equipment fits perfectly. Collapses down to fit in the front seat area of my car, with the wheels on the floor. Don't need a truck just yet.

I haven't actually used this yet, but I did load it, weigh it, and pretend to put it in an overhead for practice. Seems perfect for my gear. I travel with a DLSR, mirrorless and 4 lenses. There is room for that and a change of clothes if a bag gets delayed. The front compartment easily holds my 15 laptop. The laptop compartment sort of locks by attaching the loop on the zipper to the integrated lock for the case (watch the video). The case rolls easily. I agree with the reviewer who said it would be nice if the bottom of the case was flat, but with my gear that is not a problem. The recommended accessory GRID-IT organizer of 10X12 does not fit the interior front pocket and looks like it has been removed as a suggestion. All-in-all this looks like it will be a great bag. It will be my carry-on but seems sturdy enough to gate check on smaller planes.

I couldn't be happier. This cart rolls over anything and carries all my gear. The only slight problem is if you load the rear with more weight than the front, the front wheel wiggle and increase resistance to push. Design questions, changes... why not make the deck a bit wider. It would allow for more gear between the hands (light stands, tripod, etc), and since there are wheels blocking the bottom rail, put something to hook onto for bungee cords.

This is a great day/travel bag for taking your camera and a spare lens. To me, it's one step up in complexity/organization from a peak design neckstrap, which I also have and use, for days when you want to grab the camera, but also second lens and extra battery. The bag wears comfortably, wraps around your back when not in use, swings around to the front, and you can wear it as a fanny pack (though I haven't). There are nice little nooks and crannies for extra batteries, cords, etc. The flexibility and capacity of the bag is a double-edged sword. Yes, you CAN load it up, a lot, and if you are flying somewhere and need the capacity, it's there. You could do an 80D with a 18-135, two pancakes on one side and an 85mm on the other, and have room to spare for more. But, if you really load this up to maximum capacity, it starts becoming like a traditional heavy camera bag, a psychological and physical burden that detracts from actually leaving the house, being mobile and taking out your camera quickly and actually using it. Just my thought process. One less that great thing... the front pocket is a little hard to access, for me, especially if the bag is full. It could have been made just a tad more roomy, maybe with some more give on the sides. As is, the cloth is very tight and you kinda have to pull it apart and plunge your hand across a sharp-ish zipper to get in there. Know what I mean? Maybe the next generation addresses that.

In my past experience, Canon has been good with their protection plans.

I love the robust and compact design of the Stream Deck mini. Although it has a fixed base and is always at the same angle, I think it works well in this form factor because of its size. I actually have mine mounted to the front edge of my desk with double sided tape to free up more desk space. It's small and light enough that it's a really strong bond with the double sided tape, plus the angle of the back face of the base makes the front face of the Stream Deck Mini angled just enough to not accidentally have the buttons pressed when mounted to the edge of the desk. Note: I am an Elgato Partner and received my Stream Deck Mini at no cost. My opinion and review of this product is honest and my own. I only endorse products that I would (or have) spent my own money on