Schneider 55mm f/8 Repro-Claron

[pdccameras]

I recently picked up a Schneider 55mm f/8 Repro-Claron process lens. In this focal length and speed, these lenses are common and dirt cheap. I thought I would give one a spin as a bellows lens. Not a bad way to get into macro. Here are some shots. Some are single shots and several are 6 shot focus stacks, processed in Adobe CC - all on the Sony A7II via a Pentax Bellows. The lens was mounted to the bellows through the use of an M25 -> LTM adapter screwed into an LTM -> M42 adapter. Lighting was provided by a halogen desk lamp. Most exposures were at f/11 or f/16. Enjoy!
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[kds315*]

Excellent razor sharp lens, I have several of them (the series)!!
Great shots!!

[pdccameras]

Thanks, Klaus.

Along with the lens' compact size, I also like the reasonable working distance at this reproduction ratio.

P.