Which modern lens for a 12x20?

[Eugene]

You may want to check with Midwest Photo Exchange. They have several Fuji lenses listed, both new and used. Prices are well below Badgers prices, and service is excellent. Mpex.com The phone number is shown on the website. Ask for Jim. He is very knowledgable.

[Natha Congdon]

I bought my Fuji 11.5 600C for about $1000 on E-bay. It sold new for $1750 at one point, but the Yen is quite weak against the $ now, and I have seen prices at least $200-300 lower than this recently (Midwest photo?) I bring this up because this is just about the only modern lens which will unambiguously cover 12X20 at infinity without stopping WAAAAAY down. Plus, it's quite small and light, and a very nice focal length to have in this format. I use it as my normal lens for 90% of my shots, mostly full-length portraits, and also have a 19 in Dagor, 360 Nikkor W and Super Symmmar 210 XL, all of which will more (the Dagor) or less (the Nikon) cover. The Fuji is a great lens, and if $ is a concern, it might be worth watching E-Bay and the yen rates.

Good luck,

Nathan