Help with lens needed! New Horseman user...

[CharlieG]

Hi folks,

Charlie here, from North Coast NSW, Australia...

Just got myself a Horseman LS camera, which I hope to use as a sort of hybrid for the studio, and also to lug out into nature for some landscapes...

The camera has a lens board, but as far a sourcing a lens or three for it, Im not sure where to start.

Is there a specific lens brand I need to use, or will any lens designed for 5x4 fit?

Thanks!!

Charlie

[Jack Dahlgren]

Hi folks,

Charlie here, from North Coast NSW, Australia...

Just got myself a Horseman LS camera, which I hope to use as a sort of hybrid for the studio, and also to lug out into nature for some landscapes...

The camera has a lens board, but as far a sourcing a lens or three for it, Im not sure where to start.

Is there a specific lens brand I need to use, or will any lens designed for 5x4 fit?

Thanks!!

Charlie

Many lenses will fit. Choose a focal length first (something between 135 and 180 is a good start) and then get it mounted on the lens board.

I suggest reading the articles on this site.
Start here: http://www.largeformatphotography.info/
then ask questions if there is something you need help with or want more info.