Thanks for your reply Jeffrey. I think it'll be 50/50 in terms of usage for architecture / product application. That's why I wanted to get an Arca Swiss M Line 2 and RM3D- one as a product/studio workhorse while latter for architecture. This way my lenses would be switchable.. but the Horseman LC-X comes in a fraction of the price I had to pay for M line 2 + RM3D. Although not perfect, it is tempting for economic reasons.
And about ALPA- I loved the idea of shooting with 12 XY, but lack of tilt (and limits if tilt adapter is used) kills the purpose, at least for me.
After my research, I know that 72XL is a bit soft and I think I wouldn't like that for architecture, so I'll skip. Can you give me feedback on how these lenses perform with a digital back? (P45+):
Makro-Symmar: HM 5.6/120 (this one should be good, shouldn't it?)
SUPER-SYMMAR 5.6/110 XL ASPHERIC (are all XL lenses soft on digital backs?)
Apo-Symmar 5.6/180
Apo-Symmar 6.8/360
Are any of these good for use with digital or do I simply HAVE TO stick to Rodenstock / Schneider digital lenses to get the sharpness and quality I'd expect from P45+?
And since it's my nearest assignment- what would be your lens suggestion for jewellery / watches work with LF camera? I always have RZ with tilt/shift adapter if I can't handle it with the LF, phew
One more question to add- is anyone familiar with Horseman revolving back adapter? Can I use it with Phase one back with any success (I"m thinking about the tolerances)?