Rodenstock 75mm f4.5 Grandagon-N vs Grandagon MC

**David Solow** · 30-Mar-2011, 07:37

Hi All,

I have an opportunity to buy a used Rodenstock 75mm f4.5 Grandagon MC for less than half the price of a new Grandagon-N. What's the difference? I'm probably most concerned with image circle, since this lens will be used for architecture, with possible significant tilts, shifts, etc.

Thanks,
David

**Gem Singer** · 30-Mar-2011, 09:05

According to the comparison chart on the LF Home Page, the Rodenstock f4.5 75 Grandagon-N has an image circle of 195mm and takes 67mm screw-in filters.

MC stands for Multi Coated.

If it's not labeled "N", it's probably an older version of the Grandagon.

**Oren Grad** · 30-Mar-2011, 11:51

I don't have documentation at hand, but I believe the image circle specification was not changed when Rodenstock added the "-N" to the Grandagons. Bob Salomon will know for sure.

**Bob Salomon** · 31-Mar-2011, 05:12

Originally Posted by Oren Grad

I don't have documentation at hand, but I believe the image circle specification was not changed when Rodenstock added the "-N" to the Grandagons. Bob Salomon will know for sure.

correct