However we started an investigation of the View Camera situation some time ago, and it was found that improvements could be made, and by the perfection of our factory organization and the running through of large lots, a camera fully equal to the old Empire State, from the standpoint of service and efficiency, could be supplied to advantage.
As a result we now offer the Eastman View No. 1, an Improved Model of Empire State, and anyone who is in the market for a substantial, reliable view camera at low cost, will find this of exceptional value for the money.
The appearance of this camera is quite novel. It is finished in mission style with metal parts oxidized, and black bellows.
It has no complications, but is built for practical service, and its various adjustments are such as to work conveniently and easily.
It has double extensions and both front and back are actuated by rack and pinion, so that the camera may be focused from either end, and the back can be racked up as close to the front as desired. This provides for the use of lenses of the widest angle. The camera has rising and falling front, actuated by rack and pinion, and this can be locked solidly at any point by merely pushing in the pinion. The front board is removable and is large enough to accomodate any lens.
Both horizontal and vertical swings are provided, and the back is reversible and furnished with a vertical cut-off board, so that two negatives may be made on one plate, if desired.
A strap handle and plumb level are supplied and an automatic bellows support which prevents sagging of the bellows at any time.
SPECIFICATIONS.
Bellows Draw, 5 × 7, 22½ in.; 6½ × 8½ in., 26 in.; 8 × 10, 29 in. Weight, 5 × 7, 6 lbs.; 6½ × 8½, 8 lbs.; 8 × 10, 9½ lbs. Size of Lens Board, 5 × 7, 4¼ × 4¼ in.; 6½ × 8½, 4¾ × 4¾ in.; 8 × 10, 4¾ × 4¾ in. Carrying Case, long style canvas, combination style, with compartment for camera, holders and tripod.