The Focal Plane version of the Xit offered higher shutter speeds than the other models, it was made in sizes of quarter-plate, 5" x 4" and half-plate with several lens options. The price is roughly the same as a Xit fitted with a Goerz Sector shutter. A later model Anschütz shutter was fitted from 1905.

With dark-slides the front focusing slot is used. The two rear slots are for changing boxes and other holders. The extension back allowed the Stigmat lens to be divided for long-focus work.