Schneider Kreuznach Apo-Tele-Xenar 350mm f/11

High-performance apochromatic telephoto for large format photography

Schneider Kreuznach Apo-Tele-Xenar 350mm f/11
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LENS SCORE
Features 16
Performance 16
Durability 16
Price 14
Usability 17
Brand Schneider Kreuznach
Model N/A

Key Features

OPTICS Apochromatic design correcting chromatic aberrations for superior color accuracy
FORMAT Designed for large format cameras, covering up to 5x7 or 4x5 formats
APERTURE Fixed f/11 maximum aperture optimized for high-resolution imaging
CONSTRUCTION Precision-engineered glass elements in a robust metal barrel
SHUTTER Typically mounted in a Copal or similar mechanical leaf shutter
STABILIZATION None; requires stable tripod support for large format work
FOCUS Manual focus via bellows extension on camera body
COATING Multi-coating for high contrast and flare suppression
IMAGE CIRCLE Large image circle allowing for significant lens movements
CONNECTIVITY Standard lens board mounting for large format systems
MEMORY CARD N/A
WEATHER SEALING Mechanical build; not weather sealed
BATTERY LIFE N/A

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Schneider Kreuznach Apo-Tele-Xenar 350mm f/11

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✗ Not Present Focusing is performed via camera bellows
Zoom Ring ✗ Not Present
Aperture Ring ✓ Present Integrated into the mechanical shutter
AF/MF Switch ✗ Not Present
Image Stabilisation Switch ✗ Not Present
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✗ Not Present
Weather Sealing ✗ Not Present

How-to Use Schneider Kreuznach Apo-Tele-Xenar 350mm f/11

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 350mm
Maximum Aperture f/11
Minimum Aperture f/64
Format Coverage Up to 5x7 inches
Lens Construction Apochromatic design
Focusing Manual via bellows
Filter Thread Varies by shutter mount
Weight Approx. 800g - 1200g (varies by shutter)
Mount Large Format Lens Board
Stabilization None
Weather Sealing No
Dimensions Varies by shutter mount