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    NOOB Question About Close UP 4x5 LF Lenses

    Hello everyone,

    I started a thread previously about a good large format camera. I went with the Sinar F 4x5 field camera on the monorail according to the suggestions. So, thanks to everyone on helping me with my first purchase.

    First mistake I made was not extending the bellows fully and was not able to get focus with the Schneider Kreuznach 1:5,6/210 on a door across
    a rather small office room. I am learning though.Here is the camera that I purchased off ebay:

    https://www.ebay.com/itm/MINT-SINAR-...rdt=true&rt=nc

    Now, my subject will be B&W and shot at a distance of about 1 foot away I am trying to fill the entire negative. I am filming multiple pieces of tree bark that are cut into sections that are 6x3 inches give or take.

    Problem: The Schneider Kreuznach 1:5,6/210 lens does not seem to focus on objects this close at all.

    Question: What is a suitable lens for close up flat surfaces that that can focus easily? I want the camera as close as possible for the detail and for the 6X3 bark
    samples to fill the entire screen.

    Again, thanks. You guys are a great at answering questions from new guys.
    Last edited by Oren Grad; 26-Jul-2019 at 12:17. Reason: see your PM for more info

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