Medium Format STEREO 3D CAMERA TL-120 -Complete package Start Price USD 1,595.00 Current Price USD 1,595.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Monday, July 21, 2008 End Time Monday, July 28, 2008 Location Hang Zhou See more about 'Medium Format STEREO 3D CAMERA TL-120 -Complete package' Description Back in Production after recent redesign/improvement 3D WORLD Medium Format  Stereo Camera TL-120 Outfit $1,595 plus shipping (fixed $200) = $1,795 shipped anywhere in the world Here is some recent feedback regarding these cameras: "I would buy this camera at 3 times the price, once I saw how good the results were. This camera gives the "Rolls Royce" of stereo views, no debate about it, IMHO. I'm buying a second one to mount wide angle lenses on or to use for hypers." "I agree that the Tl-120 is the sharpest stereo camera I own. The lenses are nearly as sharp as my friend's Hasselblad 503cw; we've taken pictures of the same subject(s) and have compared.  I too recommend the Tl-120, and for what it is the price is quite fair." The well-known Sports Illustrated Stereo Photographer (David Klutho) recently bought one and here is the feedback I got: "Klutho gave very high marks to the Chinese MF camera! Super sharp lenses, loves it for portraits!" One of my USA customers has bought two cameras already.  Apparently he is not alone.  Another friend for Canada just sold his Sputnik to buy a 2nd 3D World camera. And another stereo photographer in Australia is buying a second one for hyperstereos. You are getting: 1. Medium Format Camera & accessories Details follow... 2. Medium Format Mounting Jig & 10 empty mounts Complete details are here: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=320169432294 3. Medium Format Viewer in Presentation Box + 10 Sample Mounts Complete details are here: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=220212690968 This is the first commercially produced Medium Format stereo camera after the Sputnik. And it is a great improvement. And now, it is EVEN BETTER!   After being in the market for one year, the company has taken into account user feedback and have made improvements.  Here is a summary of these improvements: The catch to lock the Prism in place was changed to a secure, positive action, locking button.  The metering system has been redesigned and improved.  The bubble level has been redesigned. The Prism is still removable when desired for storage or replacement with a Hasselblad waist level finder. Added to the camera outfit is a new snap-on three lens sun shade. A user (who got one of the new redesigned cameras - his second camera!) wrote to me: "As far as I can tell, the major difference in this version of theTL-120 is that the light meter cell actually resides in the camera body instead of in the prism. There is a little light sensor on the back part of the metal frame that holds the prism and it seems to point upwards into a recessed hole that reads light collected through the prism.  Thus, in the older model, the light level LED indicator would not work at all if the prism was detached. In the current revised model, the light level LED indicators do work" Accessories included with the camera Official Specifications directly from the manufacturer: Camera Type: Medium Format Tri-lens Stereo Camera (Reflex Viewing Lens) Lenses: Anti-reflection coated glass optics, seven elements in six groups. f/2.8, 80mm focal length Lens separation: 63.5mm Focusing: manual adjustment, 0.8 m - infinity Shutter type: metal focal plane shutter Aperture: F2.8, 4, 5.6, 8, 11, 16, 22 and six half stops Shutter Speeds: B, 1,1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30, 1/60, 1/125, 1/250, 1/500Sec. Light Metering: Two SPDs (silicon photo diodes);  aperture and shutter speeds are matched according to the LED display. Viewfinder: consists of a viewfinder hood and lens, Eye-level pentaprism type with .0.7 X magnification Focusing Screen: Split-image microprism type surrounded by a Fresnel screen.  3 LEDs in 5 exposure graduations display overexposure (+), correct exposure (O) & underexposure (-),  bubble level for horizontal checking. Flash synchronization: X-contact only, sync speed 1/60 sec. or slower Film advance: Lever provided; 16° standoff angle and 128° winding angle,  aligning film numbers through window on camera back Filter size: 46mm Power source: Two 1.55V silver-oxide batteries. Film: One roll of 120 film for pairs of 58mm x 56mm stereo images. 6 pairs per roll. Dimensions: Approx. 207mm x 205mm x 134mm (8.15? x 8.07? x 5.28”), camera body only Weight: 1960g or 69oz (camera body only) Bubble level visible through the view-finder Custom lens shade is now included! If you want to read UNBIASED discussions about this camera, go to the MF3D-group mailing list under yahoogroups.com I will quote here reviews, published in this group.  These reviews were written for the original model. Please go to the mailing list to read the entire reviews and other comments regarding this camera. Without a doubt this is one of the best true stereo cameras EVER made. It certainly beats the Sputnik and Rolleidoscop in terms of lens quality, easy of use, viewfinder and shutter speed options. The speeds are accurate, as is the light meter. The lenses are well coated. A 2.8 taking lens is very bright and easy to focus with. The camera can easily obtain orthostereo conditions, something most stereo cameras of ANY format cannot.  The images are as sharp as any I've seen from any of my medium format cameras.  They are flat, edge to edge.  Neither my Sputnik nor my Rolleidoscop has been out of its bag since I got my TL120-1. As for the camera I found it very easy to hold and use. I can hold the camera with both hands and still use my fingers to adjust both the focus and f-stop. The light meter can be activated by either a button on the back left (using your free left thumb) or by half depressing the shutter release. The viewfinder was easy to look through while wearing glasses and the adjustable diopter brought the image into very sharp focus.  As for the images themselves I couldn't be happier. The exposures were right on, they are very, very sharp especially considering I was hand holding at 1/30th on some, and the color and contrast are great. Just like the Stereo Realist in 1947, you are not getting just a stereo camera.  You are getting a complete medium format stereo camera system (three large boxes), consisting of the following: Box #1: TTL-120 Medium format Camera and accessories Box #2:  Mounting jig and 10 blank mounts Box #3: Handheld Medium Format Viewer & 10 sample slides All you then need is a roll of 120 Slide Film and you can have your first slides mounted and ready for viewing with no other supplies needed. Warranty: Each camera comes complete with a One Year - Manufacturer's Warranty. The Warranty and Repair Facility is at the factory in China.  Should warranty work ever become necessary, consumer must pay for shipping to the factory. Warranty work, and return shipping is paid by the manufacturer.  Also, you might be interested in the Sequential (rotary) Medium Format viewer. Perfect for exhibitions in your living room, your store or a museum.  It comes with option of coin-operated, timer-operated, or push-button operated, and it is surprisingly affordable. See my ebay store.  Here is the link to all my Medium Format Stereo products: http://stores.ebay.com/DrT-3d_Medium-Format_W0QQcolZ2QQdirZQ2d1QQfsubZ1981892QQftidZ2QQtZkm Shipping is a flat $200 - For EXPRESS Mail directly from the Manufacturer The weight of the package is 17 lbs, hence this shipping charge This brings the total for camera and shipping to $1795. Please make sure you understand that due to high volume or orders and small & careful production rates, delivery time can take as long as 3-4 weeks from date of order.  I will email you a tracking number when your order is shipped.  ALSO, please include your phone number with your payment.  Without a phone number your order will not be processed! I welcome bids outside of the USA!  - Half of my items leave the USA Please see my other auctions for similar items: http://stores.ebay.com/DrT-3d The fine print: I accept most forms of payment (money orders, personal checks, PayPal).  I do not accept direct bank transfers or checks paid to foreign banks due to the high fees from US Banks.  Please use eBay' s checkout and go ahead with an electronic payment after the auction is over (please make one payment for combined purchases) or wait for me to send you an invoice using eBay' s check out system.   I use the US Postal Service, I will ship anywhere in the world and I try to get you the lowest shipping rates.  I will combine shipments too.   For international customers, I am flexible in custom form declarations. I always leave positive feedback after payment, and usually without waiting for yours first, but sometimes I am late... If you have a problem with your purchase, please let me know as soon as possible (remember, I sell a lot of items on commission and I need to close these accounts).  Contact me before leaving non-positive feedback.  I will do my best to resolve any problems. I accept returns for most of the items that I sell, but I can only refund the selling price, not shipping. I appreciate your business and hope to see you back! ** DrT knows 3D ** I have been taking stereo pictures since 1988 and into the business since 1994 and I have plenty of satisfied customers. I specialize in stereo education through books, lectures, videos, CDs,  Stereo Realist camera repair, stereo viewer repair, stereo photography supplies, and commission sales of photographic items.  Meet DrT in person in one of these stereoscopic gatherings Any stereo club meeting in Cleveland OH (first Tuesday of each month Sep-Jun. Contact me for details) Most National Stereoscopic Association (NSA) Conventions Any 3D Stereoscopic Weekend in Cleveland OH Thank you for looking! Powered by eBay Turbo ListerThe free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. Place a Bid!