Which is a better lens? Rodenstck 150 5.6 or Nikon 150mm 5.6?
Both have similar image circles at f/22.
Which is a better lens? Rodenstck 150 5.6 or Nikon 150mm 5.6?
Both have similar image circles at f/22.
Rodenstock made (makes) several types of f5.6 150 lenses. Which one are you referring to?
What do you mean by "better lens"?
Neither is a very good door stop - these are quite tiny, you may have to go for a 600mm for that purpose. Or what were you thinking of?
The N version. Not the S. I know the S a sharper lens.
What I mean is if you had a choice, which one would you buy?
The one in the best condition. If identical, then the cheapest.
"I would feel more optimistic about a bright future for man if he spent less time proving that he can outwit Nature and more time tasting her sweetness and respecting her seniority"---EB White
The Rodenstock 150mm Sironar N, I went for it and 25 years later I've no regretsStill just as good.
Ian
Agreed (and the same goes for the Symmar S MC). Provided that the OP intends to use it for 4x5 with regular movements - larger formats or architecture/industry work with extreme movements would need a different lens type with more coverage...Originally Posted by John Kasaian
Thank you John and Ian.
If I needed a door stop, I would spend $0.25 on a brick!
This is going on a Chamonix 4x5. I intend on using it for Landscape mainly. I use nikon on digital and know their reputation, but Rodenstock is completely new to me. this is the reason I ask.
Btw, thank you Sevo.
The Rodenstock Sironar N, or the newer Rodenstock Apo Sironar N?
If I had to choose between two lenses , I would select the newest one that I could purchase at the best price. All of the big four lens manufacturers make (made) excellent lenses.
Personally, I own/use the Nikon/Nikkor f5.6 150W. I prefer Nikon lenses. However, that's a personal choice.
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