Horseman 72mm f/5.6 Super-Angulon XL Lens Unit
The Horseman 72mm f/5.6 is a 72mm f/5.6 lens designed for Lens Board (Technical Camera) mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Horseman 72mm f/5.6 Super-Angulon XL Lens Unit
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Lens Overview — Horseman 72mm f/5.6
Key Features — Horseman 72mm f/5.6
72mm Wide-Angle Prime: Fixed 72mm focal length on large format captures expansive scenes with no zoom compromise.
Schneider Super-Angulon XL Optics: Built around the Schneider Super-Angulon XL optical formula, known for its large image circle and edge-to-edge sharpness suited to large format work.
Large Format Image Circle: The Schneider 72mm Super-Angulon XL covers an image circle of approximately 226mm at f/22, providing generous coverage for camera movements on 4x5 and larger formats.
Lens Board Mount: Mounts via a technical camera lens board interface, integrating directly into Horseman's technical camera ecosystem.
f/5.6 Maximum Aperture: Consistent f/5.6 aperture provides a predictable exposure baseline across a variety of shooting conditions.
95mm Filter Thread: Large-diameter 95mm front thread accommodates filters appropriate for wide-angle large format use, including polarizers and ND filters.
Lens Specifications — Horseman 72mm f/5.6
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Studio |
| Lens Type | Wide-Angle |
| Format | Large Format |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 72mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/5.6 |
| Camera System | Large Format |
| Lens Mount | Lens Board (Technical Camera) |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 95mm |
Description — Horseman 72mm f/5.6
The Horseman 72mm f/5.6 Super-Angulon XL Lens Unit is a 72mm wide-angle prime built for large format and technical camera applications. It mounts via a Lens Board (Technical Camera) interface and is categorized under both large format and medium format camera systems, reflecting its role in Horseman's technical camera lineup. With a maximum aperture of f/5.6, this prime lens delivers a fixed, predictable exposure value across all conditions.
Focus is entirely manual — there is no autofocus and no image stabilization. The 95mm filter thread accommodates large-diameter filtration, while the lens tips the scales at a solid 570g. As a prime lens in the wide-angle range, it is purpose-built for shooters who demand precision and control in their large format workflow.
Pros — Horseman 72mm f/5.6
- ✓72mm wide-angle focal length specifically designed for large format and technical camera use
- ✓Lens Board (Technical Camera) mount provides direct, secure integration with compatible technical camera bodies
- ✓Large 95mm filter thread supports a wide range of large-diameter filtration options
Cons — Horseman 72mm f/5.6
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus support for any shooting scenario
- ✗No image stabilization, which may be a consideration for handheld use
- ✗Maximum aperture of f/5.6 is relatively modest, limiting low-light flexibility