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Robert Adams

  Robert Adams, a key figure of the “New Topographics” movement, has used a variety of medium- and large-format cameras throughout his career—always chosen to support his clear, quiet, and morally urgent vision of the American West. Core Cameras & Formats 4×5" Field Camera (Nagaoka) He often employed a typical large-format 4×5 film field camera by Nagaoka , renowned for detail and tonal control in his early, more formal work . These rigs were mounted on tripods and used for carefully composed, static landscapes. Nagaoka 4x5 Hasselblad Medium Format Adams shifted to a Hasselblad medium-format camera (6×6), frequently using an 80 mm lens, especially for street-adjacent or intimate subjects . Pentax 6×7 SLR For his 1973 Guggenheim-funded projects like Denver and The New West , he adopted the Pentax 6×7 medium-format SLR , providing a 6×7 cm rectangular frame for more expansive landscape compositions. Pentax 6 x 7 Fujifilm 6x9 Robert Adams also commonly uses t...

David Alan Harvey

  David Alan Harvey has used a variety of camera gear throughout his career, often favoring a minimalist approach with a "one-camera, one-lens" philosophy.  Here's a summary of the equipment he's known to have used: Cameras   Leica Rangefinders : He started with a Leica IIIF when he was 14 and later used an M6 for 25 years. He has also mentioned using a Leica Monochrom and Leica M series cameras more recently. Leica IIIf Fujifilm: He often uses Fujifilm cameras, including the X-T1, X-Pro1, X-Pro2, and X100. He takes the X-T1 when a smaller size is useful. Fujifilm X-T1 Fujifilm X-Pro 2 Nikon: He has used Nikon cameras, including the D800 and previously a D100. Nikon D800 Canon: At one point, he used a Canon EOS 1D X. Canon 1Dx Medium Format: He has experience with medium format cameras, specifically mentioning the Fuji 6x9 and Mamiya 7. Fuji 6x9 Mamiya 7 Other: He has also mentioned using a Panasonic GF1 and even an iPhone. David Alan Harvey and an iPhone Epson: He us...

William Eggleston

  William Eggleston, a seminal figure in color photography, is renowned for his vivid portrayals of everyday life. His choice of camera gear has been integral to his distinctive aesthetic, characterized by rich colors and unconventional compositions. Primary Cameras Leica M Series : Eggleston extensively used Leica M rangefinder cameras, including models like the M3, M4, M5, and M6. These cameras, known for their precision and compactness, complemented his spontaneous shooting style. William Eggleston's Leica collection Leica M5 Leica M6 Canon Rangefinders : His first camera was a Canon 35mm rangefinder, acquired during his college years. This initial foray into photography laid the foundation for his future explorations.   Contax G2 : Eggleston also employed the Contax G2, a 35mm autofocus rangefinder, for its sharp optics and portability.   Contax G2 Medium Format Cameras : For larger negatives and enhanced detail, he utilized medium format cameras such ...