u/ExplodingBrain1

I have equipment and chemistry for film developing but have not developed my first roll yet – I am now worrying about the water. Is tap water ok, or should I use distilled? The water here is quite hard.

I am considering getting an Intrepid 4x5.

1. Does anybody have experience using the hardwood version, esp in the rain? I am concerned that it may be more susceptible to warpage than the basic plywood model.
2. Is there any functional advantage to the “black” 3D-printed camera?

Thanks.