Chamonix 45N-2 - Shortest focal length lens

**echo-point** · 9-Jan-2018, 12:22

CHAMONIX 45N-2 / SHORTEST FOCAL LENGTH

Looking for some experienced guidance on the shortest useable focal lengths for use with the CHAMONIX 45N-2 (Universal bellows).
Does a Rodenstock Grandagon-N 65mm f/5,4 Copal 0 require a recessed lens board with this camera ?
What is the shortest focal length lens that the CHAMONIX 45N-2 can accommodate ?

Many thanks to all for your considered thoughts, advice and input...

**Jac@stafford.net** · 9-Jan-2018, 13:15

When you get the camera you can measure the minimum flange focal distance which I think is just about 55mm. Then with the proper measure you can know.

**Whir-Click** · 9-Jan-2018, 17:08

I routinely use a Fujinon SWD 65mm on my 045N-2. Flat lensboard.

**echo-point** · 9-Jan-2018, 17:09

Great, thanks. Hope this post may be of help to others.

**Greg** · 9-Jan-2018, 17:26

Use a 65mm f/4 Nikkor-SW on my 45N-2 camera with a flat lens board and a universal bellows without any problems. Even allows for a little bit of movement.

**mark m** · 10-Jan-2018, 09:33

Same as Mr. Greg above, flat board, one that has the hole centered works a little better, but is not necessary. Movements are limited since you're starting to get awfully close to film the plane.