Nikkor 300m ƒ/9

**BradS** · 18-Dec-2013, 10:34

Originally Posted by Leigh

I paid $450 for mine in like-new condition with caps and box.

- Leigh

Prices for used LF gear have really come down lately. These used to command $525~$575 easy.

**Shootar401** · 18-Dec-2013, 10:47

I picked it up today and now have to get to home depot to get some wood to make a lensboard for it. Hope to shoot it this weekend.

Thanks for the responses and advice!

**Leigh** · 18-Dec-2013, 13:15

Originally Posted by Andrew O'Neill

People say it just covers 8x10 but I still have been able to get decent movements with mine.

The diameter of the image circle in the product specifications is that portion of the circle of illumination that contains an image of at least the minimum quality defined in the manufacturer's standards.

It is not simply the diameter of the circle of illumination.

- Leigh

**Drew Wiley** · 18-Dec-2013, 15:02

I really like the 300M on 4x5 and as a compact longish lens for 6x9, but doubt I'd ever use it on 8x10. The image circle is a bit cramped for that film size, at least for
my typical range of applications. Standards differ. With contact prints you get away with using more of the marginal periphery of the image circle than with enlarging.

**Shootar401** · 19-Dec-2013, 16:40

I had an extra lensboard for my Speed that fit so I managed to shoot a sheet of 4x5 Foma 200. Really, Really impressed so far. Very sharp at f/22.

**jeroldharter** · 19-Dec-2013, 22:28

I agree with Vinny re: the G-Claron 305 for 8x10. the Nikkor is better for 4x5 due to its small size. FYI, I plan to unload my 4x5 kit after the holidays and I will be selling a 300M... along with a bunch of nice things.