Omega 4x5 enlarger. Spacer for condensers for 4x5 omega d23456 enlargers. Be careful not to pull the arm too far forward. Bracket for holding virtually any head on 4x5 omega d23456 enlargers. Photo enlargers are used to produce photographic prints from film negatives and transparencies.
The three simmon brothers began producing enlargers in the mid 30s and are still in business today as omegasatterthe original company was simmon brothers and the greek w symbol was the logo. From taking beautiful pictures to learning how to develop your own film and use equipment such as darkroom enlargers there is much to learn. This site has information on all models of omega enlargers sold to the public from the very beginning in 1936 to the end of production. The omegalpl 4 x 5 enlargers are available in two series.
But over the years the symbol became the name of the productenlargers by simmon brothers are almost always referred to as omega enlargers. Oem omega universal 15 4x5 variable condenser lamphouse enlarger. Finding the right darkroom photo enlargement equipment. Click on the thumbnails below to access a larger picture and data for each enlarger.
4550xlg enlargers feature a longer column than the 4500 ii models as well as an extended chassis and oversized baseboard for enhanced maximum enlargement capability. Mint set of 2 150. Photography is a much loved hobby that offers many different tasks to master. Omega enlarger with c700 lamphouse wlens holder no bulb.
Usually used in darkrooms these machines scale up the images on developed films and are useful for changing contrasts in specific parts of prints. The top of the line 4550xlg series and the value oriented 4500 ii series. 1 the top section of the enlarger head is raised or lowered by the lever on the left hand side of the enlarger. Slightly scratched set of 2 50.
I have 2 extra sets available. In addition 4550xlg enlargers have a higher power light source with higher performance. Welcome to the omega enlarger guide. Condensers for 4x5 omega d23456 enlargers.
The enlarger head can be raised so the negative carrier can be removed from or inserted under the enlarger head. It goes between the condensers inside the condenser bucket.