[LargeFormat] Re: 4x5 Large format camera and lens

[Clive Warren]

>Hi everyone,
>
>I'm using a 4x5 large format camera w/ a 150 mm standard lensand bellows.  I
>would like to shoot architectural interiors, but I'm not sure which lens to
>use.  I have a wide angle bellows, wide angle monerail, and recessed lens
>board copal 0.  I plan to purchase a fujinon 75mm @ f8 lens and I heard that
>a slow lens like this wouldn't give me full range of motion.  I know that if
>I went with a Schneider 72XL 75mm @ 4.5 would give me a lot more movement
>with my camera but I find it a bit expensive.  Would the Fujinon be just
>what I need for this type of photography or should I wait and save for the
>faster lens?  Please help? Also,  would a 90mm @ 6.8f do the job? 
>
>Regards,
>
>Frank


Frank,

 From the lens specs tables on the f32.net web site, the Fujinon 75mm 
f8 has an image circle of 161mm so it will cover 4x5 without much in 
the way of movements. Not really what you want for architectural 
shots outside but may be OK for internal shots.

The 75mm Super Angulon suggested by Karl is probably a better bet as 
it does give some possibility for movements with an image circle of 
198mm.

The Schneider 72XL 75mm f4.5 is probably exactly what you want but 
only if money is no object..... Don't have the image circle figures 
for this lens - maybe someone can oblige.

Hope this helps.

Cheers,
         Clive