Schneider-Kreuznach APO-Symmar 180mm f/5.6 - Large Format
Schneider-Kreuznach APO-Symmar 180mm f/5.6 is a large-format prime lens for view cameras, valued for sharp, well-corrected coverage. It is an apochromatic Symmar design intended for 4x5 inch class work and similar sheet-film formats, where its strengths are even colour, good contrast and the movements needed for perspective and plane-of-focus control. As with most large-format lenses, it is fully manual and typically used on a Copal-type shutter, so operation is straightforward but dependent on the condition of the shutter and aperture blades on the individual lens. The 180mm focal length sits in the classic portrait-to-general-purpose range for 4x5, making it a versatile choice for landscape, architecture and studio work when a moderate telephoto view is wanted. Used buyers should check the shutter runs accurately at all speeds, the iris is clean and snappy, glass is free from haze, fungus, separation or scratches, and that any mounting board or shutter threads are not damaged.
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Schneider-Kreuznach APO-Symmar 180mm f/5.6 - Large Format Model Overview
Specifications
- Brand
- Schneider-Kreuznach
- Model
- APO-Symmar 180mm f/5.6
- Variant
- Large Format
- Release year
- 1990
- Lens Mount
- Large Format
- Lens Type
- Prime
Schneider-Kreuznach APO-Symmar 180mm f/5.6 is a large-format prime lens for view cameras, valued for sharp, well-corrected coverage. It is an apochromatic Symmar design intended for 4x5 inch class work and similar sheet-film formats, where its strengths are even colour, good contrast and the movements needed for perspective and plane-of-focus control. As with most large-format lenses, it is fully manual and typically used on a Copal-type shutter, so operation is straightforward but dependent on the condition of the shutter and aperture blades on the individual lens. The 180mm focal length sits in the classic portrait-to-general-purpose range for 4x5, making it a versatile choice for landscape, architecture and studio work when a moderate telephoto view is wanted. Used buyers should check the shutter runs accurately at all speeds, the iris is clean and snappy, glass is free from haze, fungus, separation or scratches, and that any mounting board or shutter threads are not damaged.
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Used Schneider-Kreuznach APO-Symmar 180mm f/5.6 - Large Format market summary
Prices are stable. The used Schneider-Kreuznach APO-Symmar 180mm f/5.6 - Large Format has held over the past 30 days, from a median of £429 to £429.
The latest median price sits near the middle of its the past 30 days range (£429 – £429). Stable prices mean buyers and sellers can compare without time pressure. These figures describe advertised used prices rather than a guaranteed valuation for any individual item.
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Buying a used Schneider-Kreuznach APO-Symmar 180mm f/5.6 - Large Format FAQs
Current prices are shown in the listings above, from 1 UK dealer tracked by SDS. The price of each example depends on its condition, included accessories and warranty, so compare the total cost including delivery.
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Yes, when you buy your Schneider-Kreuznach APO-Symmar 180mm f/5.6 - Large Format from a UK business. You are covered by the Consumer Rights Act 2015, so goods must be as described and of satisfactory quality, and most online purchases come with a 14-day right to cancel. Every dealer on SDS is a verified UK business.
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It depends on the dealer. Warranty length and cover on a used Schneider-Kreuznach APO-Symmar 180mm f/5.6 - Large Format are set by each dealer and shown on their website. Your statutory rights under the Consumer Rights Act apply whether or not a warranty is offered.
It varies by Schneider-Kreuznach APO-Symmar 180mm f/5.6 - Large Format listing. Check the dealer's included-items list for essentials such as batteries, chargers, cables or caps, and whether they are original Schneider-Kreuznach parts. Product photos on SDS identify the model and do not show what a listing includes.
Each used Schneider-Kreuznach APO-Symmar 180mm f/5.6 - Large Format differs in condition, accessories and warranty, and each dealer prices its own stock. Comparing listings side by side on SDS shows the difference before you buy.
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