I have recently purchased a Toyo 45C camera outfit with a 210mm, f6.8 Rodenstock Geronar lens. The 45C has seen more than moderate usage judging by the paint m issing from the back of the front vertical geared rails, but the outfit did incl ude a Polaroid 545 back, and Graflex 23 roll film holder plus five film holders and hard shell case. I needed a system for an impending job and wanted to get a s much capability as possible for the money I spent ($850).
My question concerns the quality (or lack of it) of this Rodenstock lens and wha t are the limitations on camera movements imposed by it. Also how does it rate for edge to edge sharpness?
I purchased the outfit/lens for portrait and table-top studio work. After readi ng several negative comments on the lens on this website I am beginning to doubt the wisdom of my purchase.
This is an outstanding website and I feel very fortunate to have discovered it. I would be very grateful for any comments buy your experts as I am new to 4X5 st udio/location photography and need advice on lenses etc. I also photograph build ing interiors.
Thank you!
Regards,
Jim (Jpepoon@aol.com)
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