Hi there!
I am looking into buying some new lenses and acessories for my 8"x10" camera. To date I have a 305mm Repro Claron which worked ok until the last time I took the camera out for a spin. My shutter broke and it wouldn't work anymore. I was trying to fix it, but it only works in timer mode. Getting it properly fixed is most likely more expensive then buying a used one of the same quality.
Additionally to that I also wanted to expand my lens capabilities towards the wide angle and the telephoto area. Therefore I am looking into buying 3 lenses. At the moment I consider two option which I intend to buy over the next year or two.
Option one would consist of the Nikkor SW120mm/8, the Fujinon A240mm and the Fujinon C450mm. The other option would be the Schneider SSXL 150mm, Fujinon C300mm and the Fujinon C600mm.
Taking into account that the first option is cheaper it is the more likely choice. I have read a lot of good things about the Fuji lenses, but haven't heared too much about the Nikkor SW120. I also intend to use them on my 4"x5" camera, therefore I don't want them to be too heavy.
I also read a lot about the Schneider SSXL 110mm and people quoting that this would cover 8x10 as well?! Taking the quoted image circles by either Nikkor or Schneider, the Nikkor just so covers 8x10 (312mm), while the Schneider wouldn't be able to do that at all (288mm)? Does anyone have any information on how the two companies determine the coverage?
Additionally to the lenses I am also looking into getting a tripod (Maybe the gitzo 1548(GT)) and a backpack (Super Trekker)? Any suggestions?
Thanks for all the help in advance.
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