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    Re: 355mm G Claron f11 variant.

    I have 2 G-Clarons one in a Copal 1, and the other in a Copal 3. I plan to sell the Copal3 which belonged to my lately deceased friend and I'm trying to get money for his survivor.

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    Re: 355mm G Claron f11 variant.

    Thanks, Jim.

    Any way to compare their specs, especially image circle?
    Lachlan.

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    Re: 355mm G Claron f11 variant.

    I couldn't measure the 355/11 image circle I had,
    A repair shop in Osaka, Japan, advertises the image circle of the 355mm f11 as the same 444mm as the f9 version.
    I can't entirely agree with this repair shop's opinion, but the image circle is wide.

    This is a picture of the G-Claron lens I have.
    It might be helpful to compare the size and shape of the lenses.
    The filter diameter of the 355/11 is 67mm, the same as the 305.

    It is my personal opinion and it has not been confirmed, but I think that the 355mm f11 version may be a limited edition for East Asian orders.
    Or, it is highly likely that it was made to order for a special purpose.

    The 355/11 lenses came with a shutter fitted from the factory.
    The regularity of serial numbers for lenses and shutters is the same. It's just my guess anyway.

    Again, don't buy the 355mm on eBay. It's a fake sale.
    I reported this fake listing, but they don't seem to be taking any action.

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    Re: 355mm G Claron f11 variant.

    I measured the image circle of 355/11 today.

    It measures approximately 440-450mm at infinity.

    The 355/9 lens image circle is 444mm.

    The image circles of both lenses seem to be the same or similar.

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    Re: 355mm G Claron f11 variant.

    Interesting. Was that based on “acceptably sharp” or something else?

    Given the f9’s MASSIVE I/C, wondering whether the f11 has a smaller one. Guess we’d need a side-by-side comparison.
    Lachlan.

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    Re: 355mm G Claron f11 variant.

    Not trying to hijack the this thread, however I have a 355 G-Claron f/9. I believe it is an older variant S/N 11 081 143 and is quite compact. What is unusual about this lens is the barrel threads are larger than a Copal 1 and smaller than a Copal 3. So I have a 355 G-Claron that I cannot readily screw into a shutter. Does anyone know anything about this version?

    -Joshua

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    Re: 355mm G Claron f11 variant.

    I don't have a 355/9, but I own a 305mm.
    The 305mm has an image circle wide enough to cover 11x14.
    The Schneider catalog specifies the image circle of 305mm as 381mm.
    From my measurements, the 355/11 has a larger image circle than the 305/9.
    The 305mm measures 380-390mm and the 355/11 measures 440-450mm.
    Of course, I can't guarantee that the measurements are very accurate,
    but I think the 355/11 certainly seems to have a similar image circle to the 355/9.
    This result is the result of focusing at infinity.
    If anyone has owned both the 355/9 and 355/11 lenses,
    I'd appreciate it if you could share your comparison results.
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    Re: 355mm G Claron f11 variant.

    Quote Originally Posted by Joshua Dunn View Post
    What is unusual about this lens is the barrel threads are larger than a Copal 1 and smaller than a Copal 3. So I have a 355 G-Claron that I cannot readily screw into a shutter. Does anyone know anything about this version?

    -Joshua
    Possibly Copur #2 or Compound #3 shutter.
    Lachlan.

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    Re: 355mm G Claron f11 variant.

    Quote Originally Posted by Joshua Dunn View Post
    Not trying to hijack the this thread, however I have a 355 G-Claron f/9. I believe it is an older variant S/N 11 081 143 and is quite compact. What is unusual about this lens is the barrel threads are larger than a Copal 1 and smaller than a Copal 3. So I have a 355 G-Claron that I cannot readily screw into a shutter. Does anyone know anything about this version?

    -Joshua

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    Your lens is recorded in the production lists as a prototype ("muster"), one of a batch of three produced on 28 January 1969. Interestingly there is also a batch of three prototype 355/9 S-Clarons produced on the next day. I've no idea what an S-Claron was meant to be.

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    Re: 355mm G Claron f11 variant.

    Paul,

    That's actually pretty cool! Can I ask where you found that information? I would be interested in seeing some technical data on the lens if it exists. The lens has a lot of haze in it. I was considering getting it overhauled. Your input makes me want to do that more.

    -Joshua

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