Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1998/01/27
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]> Jim Brick wrote "I hate to tell you this, but I think you have it > backwards. To make smaller > prints, you move the enlarger head closer to the paper. When you do this, > you must move the lens FARTHER away from the film (closer to the paper) in > order to focus" > > Sorry but this is incorrect I have Durst 600 series, this machine is > designed for film sizes up to 6X6 and is normally fitted with a 75/80mm > lens. To use a 50mm for 35mm film it is necessary to use a recessed lens > board. > Doug > > Dr. Douglas McLernon, Dublin 4, Ireland Stop, you're both right..... I too used to own a M600. I think by recessing the lens (closer to the neg and head) you move the head closer to the paper? Ken