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    Re: Lenses for 8x10 (again)

    If you want a real bargain look at Wollensak 1a triple convertables---that will give you all the focal lengths you're after in one lens/shutter for probably less than $400 and it is a very capabl performer indeed! G-Clarons (especially the 240mm)and Commercial (14") and WF(250mm/10") Ektars are always excellent choices but the prices seem to be climbing out of site, so if you happen upon a good deal jump on it. Another option is the convertable Symmar and of course the Dagors 12" And 9-1/2" Dagors occasionally show up at dealers for reasonable prices. Another lens to look at is the apo artar, not nearly as costly as the red dots but excellent none the less. My 14" APO will cover 8x10 with some wiggle room, and don't forget 12" Wollensak Velostigmats and 375mm Ilex Acugons. All these are lenses I'd be happy to use (if fact I do use several of these) and there are examples around which shouldn't break the budget. Take your pick and run with it!
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    All metric sizes to 24x30 Ole Tjugen's Avatar
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    I stick to cheap, and German since they're easily available here.

    So I use 121/8 Super Angulon, 165 and 210/6.8 Angulon, 240, 300 and (soon) 360/5.6 Symmar. And a couple of old brass lenses up to 840mm...

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    All of my 8x10 lenses are also my 4x5/5x7 lenses.

    Widest 120mm Nikon F/8. Hard to find now that Nikon has given up.

    210 Fuji -W in a Seiko shutter. First model. Low cost. Most I guess worry about the Seiko and it's not the latest greatest model.

    I've got a 240mm G-Claron that I bought in a barrel for $40 and mounted into a spare shutter. The Fuji is a better choice IMHO. OTOH for the $40 I paid the Claron is a steal.

    300mm Fuji. This is the old BIG Tessar mounted in a #3 shutter. Most won't touch it because the big shutter means it out weighs your average boat anchor. Plus being a Tessar coverage isn't huge. OTOH it's fast and cheap.

    I'd like to add something around 450mm later but no rush.

    If I had to take only one lens it would be the 210mm Fuji. The 300mm is much bigger.

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    I like the Large format Nikon lenses. My favorite is the 150SW. I use it more than the others. You can still purchase some of the Nikon lenses from BHphotovideo in New York.

    Good luck,

    Luther

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    For 8x10 I find that there are two general focal lengths that I opt for the most 12-14" (as you said the 12 and 14" Commercial Ektar's are great as is the 355 G Claron) and about 17" which I find the 450 Nikon M is a best of breed. I have the 16 and 19" Red Dots but find the Nikon in a special class for contrast, sharpness and tonality.

    Never got into the classic lenses because of the issue with the shutters or should I say my impatience with them. Have a good time with your 8x10 Toyo. I have one and they are wonderful to use.

    Cheers!

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    For your first lens stop fooling with eBay and call Jim at Midwest Photo (614-261-1264). Their prices are often less than eBay and seldom very much more. Not to mention his lenses are always pristine or he tells you and you can exchange it .... and you will have it a few days ater you order.

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    Re: Lenses for 8x10 (again)

    Quote Originally Posted by Nick_3536 View Post
    300mm Fuji. This is the old BIG Tessar mounted in a #3 shutter. Most won't touch it because the big shutter means it out weighs your average boat anchor. Plus being a Tessar coverage isn't huge. OTOH it's fast and cheap.
    That's not big. The 300mm f:4.5 Xenar is BIG - and in a #5 shutter. Same shutter as the 360mm f:5.6 symmar, BTW...

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    Quote Originally Posted by Ole Tjugen View Post
    That's not big. The 300mm f:4.5 Xenar is BIG - and in a #5 shutter. Same shutter as the 360mm f:5.6 symmar, BTW...
    Less then a stop faster and too big to fit my lensboard. Too big

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    Re: Lenses for 8x10 (again)

    For what its worth, here are my 8x10 lenses. Mostly Nikkors but a number of others as well. In general, the Nikkors are first rate lenses. Sharp and constrasty with good color rendition. In particular, the Nikkor 300M is one of my favorites.
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    Brand FL f/s Shutter IC-mm Fltr

    Nikon-SW 120 8 0 312 77

    Nikon-SW 150 8 1 400 95

    Roden-GN 155 6.8 1 382 105

    Schneider-AS 210 5.6 1 305 77

    Nikon-AM 210 5.6 1 400 67

    Nikon-W 240 5.6 3 336 82

    Calumet-SII 240 5.6 3 337 86

    Schn G-Clar 240 9 B 319 46

    Schn G-Clar 270 9 1 335 58

    Nikon-M 300 9 1 325 52

    Nikon-W 300 5.6 3 420 95

    Schn G-Clar 305 9 B 381 67

    Schn G-Clar 355 9 3 444 77

    Nikon-W 360 6.5 3 494 95

    Nikon-M 450 9 3 440 67

    Goerz RDA 450 11 B 450 62

    Nikon-T ED 600 9 3 310 95

    Nikon-T ED 800 12 3 310 95

    Nikon-T ED 1200 18 3 310 95

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    Re: Lenses for 8x10 (again)

    Quote Originally Posted by Ted Harris View Post
    For your first lens stop fooling with eBay and call Jim at Midwest Photo (614-261-1264). Their prices are often less than eBay and seldom very much more. Not to mention his lenses are always pristine or he tells you and you can exchange it .... and you will have it a few days ater you order.
    This is good advice. I have bought a couple of lenses (including the 14" Commercial Ektar) and a camera from Jim. I have never been disappointed in the quality of any of them.

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