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Horseman 90mm f/5.6 Super-Angulon XL Lens

The Horseman 90mm f/5.6 is a 90mm f/5.6 lens designed for Lens Board (Technical Camera) mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.

Horseman 90mm f/5.6 Super-Angulon XL Lens

Horseman 90mm f/5.6 Super-Angulon XL Lens

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Lens Overview — Horseman 90mm f/5.6

The Horseman 90mm f/5.6 Super-Angulon XL is a large format wide-angle prime lens designed for technical camera systems, mounting via a Lens Board interface. With a fixed focal length of 90mm and a maximum aperture of f/5.6, this lens sits firmly in the wide-angle category, making it well-suited for landscape, architectural, and panoramic work where a broader field of view is essential. Focus is entirely manual, placing creative control directly in the photographer's hands.

The lens features a 95mm filter thread, accommodating large-diameter filters appropriate for the expansive front element typical of wide-angle large format optics. At 1,280g, it has a substantial build that reflects the demands of large format image-making, where optical quality and coverage take precedence over compactness. Classified under the Large Format lens format and associated with medium format camera systems, it connects to technical cameras through a standard Lens Board mount.

There is no image stabilization, consistent with the manual, deliberate shooting style that large format photography demands. For photographers working with technical or view cameras who need a reliable 90mm wide-angle prime with a broad filter size and solid construction, this lens offers a purpose-built solution.

Key Features — Horseman 90mm f/5.6

90mm Wide-Angle Prime: Fixed 90mm focal length delivers a broad field of view well-suited for landscape, architectural, and panoramic photography on large format systems.

Large Format Coverage: Designed to cover large format film planes, providing the image circle needed for full use of camera movements on technical cameras.

f/5.6 Maximum Aperture: Consistent f/5.6 aperture provides a reliable exposure baseline across the demanding conditions typical of large format field work.

Lens Board Mount: Mounts via a standard lens board interface, ensuring broad compatibility with technical and view camera systems.

95mm Filter Thread: Large-diameter filter thread accommodates the full range of graduated, polarizing, and neutral density filters suited to landscape and architectural work.

Manual Focus Only: Fully manual focus design supports the deliberate, precise focusing workflow that large format photography requires.

Lens Specifications — Horseman 90mm f/5.6

Horseman 90mm f/5.6 full specifications
SpecDetail
Use CasesStudio
Lens TypeWide-Angle
FormatLarge Format
Zoom/PrimePrime
Focal Length90mm
Maximum Aperturef/5.6
Camera SystemLarge Format
Lens MountLens Board (Technical Camera)
AutofocusNo
Focus TypeManual
Filter Thread95mm
Weight1280g

Description — Horseman 90mm f/5.6

The Horseman 90mm f/5.6 Super-Angulon XL is a wide-angle prime lens built specifically for large format technical camera use. With a fixed 90mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/5.6, it delivers a consistent wide-angle perspective suited to demanding photographic disciplines such as landscape and architectural imaging. The lens mounts via a Lens Board (Technical Camera) interface, ensuring integration with compatible technical camera systems.

A 95mm filter thread allows for the use of large-diameter filters, while the 1,280g build speaks to the robust optical construction that large format work demands. Focus is fully manual, in keeping with the methodical, high-precision approach inherent to technical camera photography. No image stabilization is present, making tripod use advisable.

This lens is a dedicated tool for photographers who prioritize optical performance and precise control within a large format workflow.

Pros — Horseman 90mm f/5.6

  • ✓Wide-angle 90mm prime focal length purpose-built for large format imaging
  • ✓Maximum aperture of f/5.6 provides a defined, consistent exposure baseline
  • ✓Large 95mm filter thread accommodates a wide range of filtration options

Cons — Horseman 90mm f/5.6

  • ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus capability for faster-paced shooting scenarios
  • ✗At 1,280g, the lens is heavy and may require dedicated support when in use
  • ✗No image stabilization, requiring careful technique or sturdy tripod use

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Frequently Asked Questions — Horseman 90mm f/5.6

What mount does this lens use?+
The Horseman 90mm f/5.6 Super-Angulon XL uses a Lens Board mount, which is designed for technical cameras. This is a standard interface for large format lenses and is not compatible with conventional DSLR or mirrorless camera mounts.
Does this lens support autofocus?+
No, this lens is manual focus only. There is no autofocus mechanism, which is consistent with the deliberate, precise shooting workflow typical of large format and technical camera photography.
What filter size does this lens accept?+
The lens has a 95mm filter thread. This large diameter is appropriate for the wide-angle optics used in large format photography, where front elements tend to be sizeable.
How much does the lens weigh?+
The lens weighs 1,280g. Photographers should plan for appropriate support equipment, such as a sturdy tripod, given this substantial weight.
Is this lens compatible with medium format cameras?+
The specifications list the camera system as medium format and the lens format as large format, with a Lens Board mount for technical cameras. Compatibility will depend on whether your specific technical camera accepts a standard lens board.
Does the lens include image stabilization?+
No, this lens does not include image stabilization. Large format and technical camera shooting typically relies on tripod use and careful technique rather than in-lens stabilization.

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