Cambo ACTAR-80 80mm Lens
The Cambo 80 is a 80mm f/4 lens designed for Lens Board (Technical Camera) mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Cambo ACTAR-80 80mm Lens
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Lens Overview — Cambo 80
Key Features — Cambo 80
80mm Standard Prime: A standard focal length well-suited to architecture, product, and studio work on technical camera systems.
f/4 Maximum Aperture: Provides a consistent exposure baseline for controlled shooting environments where precision matters more than speed.
Large Format Coverage: Designed to cover large format image circles, supporting high-resolution capture on digital backs and film.
Lens Board Mount: Mounts via a standard technical camera lens board, integrating directly with compatible Cambo bodies and accessories.
Manual Focus Design: Fully manual focus operation suits deliberate, controlled workflows typical of studio and architectural photography.
40.5mm Filter Thread: Accepts standard 40.5mm screw-in filters for polarization, neutral density, or other optical corrections.
Lens Specifications — Cambo 80
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Studio |
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Format | Large Format |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 80mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/4 |
| Camera System | Medium Format |
| Lens Mount | Lens Board (Technical Camera) |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 40.5mm |
Description — Cambo 80
The Cambo ACTAR-80 is an 80mm prime lens built for the technical camera ecosystem, featuring a Lens Board (Technical Camera) mount for seamless integration with compatible Cambo bodies. It operates at a maximum aperture of f/4 and falls within the standard focal length range, making it a practical choice for controlled photographic work. Focus is fully manual, with no autofocus and no image stabilization.
The lens accepts 40.5mm filters, adding flexibility for creative and technical filter use. At 355g, it maintains a manageable profile for a Large Format-designated lens within the Medium Format camera system classification. Designed for precision-oriented shooting, the ACTAR-80 suits studio, product, and architectural applications where deliberate manual control is the norm.
Pros — Cambo 80
- ✓Standard 80mm focal length (focalLengthRange: Standard) suits a wide variety of shooting scenarios
- ✓Maximum aperture of f/4 provides a defined exposure starting point for technical camera work
- ✓Compact weight of 355g for a Large Format-designated lens
Cons — Cambo 80
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus support for faster-paced shooting situations
- ✗Maximum aperture of f/4 limits light-gathering capability compared to faster prime alternatives
- ✗No image stabilization, requiring stable support in lower-light conditions
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Frequently Asked Questions — Cambo 80
What mount does the Cambo ACTAR-80 use?+
The ACTAR-80 uses a Lens Board (Technical Camera) mount. This means it is designed for use with technical camera bodies that accept lens board-style mounting, consistent with the Cambo technical camera system.
Does this lens support autofocus?+
No, the Cambo ACTAR-80 is a manual focus lens only. There is no autofocus mechanism, so precise focus control is handled entirely by the photographer.
What is the maximum aperture of the ACTAR-80?+
The maximum aperture is f/4. This is the widest aperture available on this lens.
What filter size does the ACTAR-80 accept?+
The lens has a 40.5mm filter thread, allowing photographers to use standard 40.5mm filter accessories.
How heavy is the Cambo ACTAR-80?+
The ACTAR-80 weighs 355g, making it a relatively manageable lens for technical camera use.
Is this lens compatible with mirrorless or DSLR camera bodies directly?+
The ACTAR-80 uses a Lens Board (Technical Camera) mount and is classified under the Medium Format camera system. It is not designed for direct mounting on standard DSLR or mirrorless camera bodies without a compatible technical camera interface.