Lens Summary
Brand: Rodenstock
Also Known As: Rodenstock 55mm f/4.5
Lens Type: Prime Lens
Format: Large Format
Focus: Manual Focus
Lens Mount: Large Format
Release Date: N/A
MSRP Price: $2109
Made in: Germany
Production Status: In Production
Lens Description: The Rodenstock 55mm for 4.5 Apo-Grandagon Lens is a professional wide angle lens specifically for the 4 x 5 film format, providing an angle of view which is similar to a 15mm lens on a 35mm camera. The Apo-Grandagon is the ideal \'space expander\' lens when you\'re trying to capture an expansive area of a cramped space.rnrnThe 110° angle of coverage permits 6mm of shifts in all directions, particularly beneficial when capturing a building from ground level. The Apo-Grandagon series lenses use ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) glass elements for truly apochromatic color correction and superior edge delineation. This lens is recommended for use between f/8 and f/11 apertures, which helps shorten the exposure times.
Rodenstock 55mm f/4.5 Apo-Grandagon Specifications
| Lens Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Prime Lens |
| Focal Length | 55mm |
| Mount Type | Large Format |
| Format | Large Format |
| Compatible Format(s) | Large Format |
| Compatible with Teleconverters | No |
| Image Stabilization | No |
| Aperture Information | |
| Aperture Ring | Yes |
| Maximim Aperture | f/4.5 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/45 |
| Optical Information | |
| Lens Elements | 8 |
| Lens Groups | 4 |
| Focus Information | |
| Focus | Manual Focus |
| Built-in Focus Motor | No |
| Filter Information | |
| Filter Size | 67mm |
| Accepts Filter Type | Screw-on |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Weather / Dust Sealing | No |
| Mount Material | Metal |
| Weight | 400g |
| Other Information | |
| Available in Colors | Black |
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Have owned this lens for many years and is a remarkable performer. Use of a center filter is an absolute must. One of the things I love is the optimum aperture if F11! Also no linear distortion! Somewhat limited use because of the wide angle of view but does give me about 5-10 mm of shift even with the center filter.