I am getting tempted to put together a "mini" large format kit and have been reading Kerry's articles religiously. Assuming I found a late model Schneider 90/6.8 in good condition (from the 1960s, not the 1950s), am I safe in assuming that it will be as sharp as a modern 90 at f/11-16? I understand that the single coated Angulon will be subject to more flare and maybe some distortion/softness at the edges, and may not be as contrasty overall, but in terms of absolute sharpness, is their a distinguishable difference?
I don't mind a little falloff or softness at the edges if it isn't extreme. I scan and manipulate my images quite a bit and print moderate sized inkjets, so I can control contrast, etc.
Has anyone done a side by side comparision between a good Angulon and a modern Rodenstock or Schneider 90mm?
Also looking for a small 200-300mm so email me off the forum if you have anything interesting, Mr. Galli, et al.
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