Linhof 4x5 Technikardan 45s Camera

The Technikardan perfectly combines the compactness of the classic Linhof Technika dropbed design and the optical bench versatility of the Kardan series. It is a compact and mobile camera system designed for the demanding Pro who needs to travel light but also wants to exploit all the possibilities of a fully adjustable viewcamera system. The disengage-able click-stops assure positive zero settings for faster operation. 

As the name implies, the Technikardan combines the compactness of the classic Linhof Technika drop-bed cameras with the versatility of the Kardan monorail series. The Linhof Technikardan 45s features full format flexibility, from the standard roll film sizes up to 4x5" cut film, including the remarkable 6x12cm wide-field images and all the appropriate Polaroid film formats. Its wide-angle lens capabilities allow the use of lenses 55mm and longer without recessed lensboards. The goal of its designers was to have studio camera features in a field camera size with interchangeable bellows, center swings and tilts with zero click stops, triple extension monorail, and precision-machined dovetail fittings for all movements which are positively secured with color-coded locks for smooth, rapid operation.

Shutter functions can be controlled behind the camera with optional Prontor TK lenses

Accepts standard Technika 45 style lensboards

Snap-on Kardan 45 back w/ grid groundglass

Fully compatible with complete Linhof system

The most compact of all 4x5 monorail cameras