For images of buildings/interiours I need a more powerfull wideangle for the 8x10 with the possibility for some shift (40-50 mm).
After investigating the internet, especially the various large format forums I have narrowed the selction down to 150mm XL from Schneider, or the 155 mm Grandagon N from Rodenstock.
I generally have a preference for Rodenstock lenses, however it is the best owerall image quality I am looking for and would go for the Schneider if it is better (I am doing up to 4-8x enlargements from 8x10).
There seem to be a general preference (forum) for the 150 mm XL, several people state that it is sharp and easy portable - but apparently the lightfall off at the corners is noticable - and many recommends a centerfilter. The 150 XL is the newest design of the two and is f 5.6.
On the other hand the Rodenstock has been described as having a very even light distribution over the full image, quite sharp, and people use it without centerfilter. The lens is 6.8 and some more heavy than the XL, but weight is less important.
I already own 2 Grandagon N's as well as the 110 XL, all of them good lenses.
Anyone with experience in one or both lenses who could give an advice?
Thanks!
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