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Kodak 190mm f/6.3 Wide Field Ektar Lens

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Kodak 190mm f/6.3 Wide Field Ektar Lens

Kodak 190mm f/6.3 Wide Field Ektar Lens

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Lens Overview — Kodak 190mm f/6.3

The Kodak 190mm f/6.3 Wide Field Ektar is a vintage large format lens manufactured during the 1950s, designed specifically for use with large format sheet film cameras. Mounted via a lens board system compatible with technical cameras, this lens covers sheet film formats including 4x5, 5x7, and 8x10, making it a versatile option for photographers working across a range of large format film sizes. The lens features an in-lens shutter, which is standard for large format optics of this era, integrating the shutter mechanism directly into the lens body rather than relying on a camera body shutter.

Focus is achieved manually, as expected from a lens of this period and category. The f/6.3 maximum aperture at 190mm places this lens in a working range suitable for controlled shooting environments typical of large format work. Compatible with large format barrel lens systems, it fits into the broader ecosystem of technical camera setups.

For collectors and working film photographers alike, this Wide Field Ektar represents a piece of mid-twentieth-century optical craftsmanship with practical usability on modern large format technical cameras.

Key Features — Kodak 190mm f/6.3

190mm Focal Length: Provides a moderate wide-field perspective well-suited to architectural, landscape, and studio work on large format cameras.

f/6.3 Maximum Aperture: A working aperture typical of large format wide-field lenses, designed for use on a tripod in controlled shooting conditions.

Wide Field Optical Design: Engineered to cover a large image circle with wide-field corrections, well-suited for 4x5 and potentially 5x7 large format formats.

In-Lens Shutter: Integrates the shutter mechanism directly into the lens body, the standard configuration for large format technical camera workflows.

Lens Board Mount: Mounts via a standard lens board, ensuring broad compatibility with large format technical cameras from various manufacturers.

Manual Focus Operation: Focus is set manually using the lens barrel, consistent with large format shooting practice and precision ground glass focusing.

Lens Specifications — Kodak 190mm f/6.3

Kodak 190mm f/6.3 full specifications
SpecDetail
Use CasesLandscape, Architecture, Studio
Lens TypeWide-Angle
Lens MountLens Board (Technical Camera)
Focus TypeManual Focus

Description — Kodak 190mm f/6.3

The Kodak 190mm f/6.3 Wide Field Ektar is a vintage large format lens produced during the 1950s, built for use with large format sheet film cameras. It mounts via a lens board system compatible with technical cameras, and supports sheet film formats of 4x5, 5x7, and 8x10 — covering the most common large format sizes used in both professional and fine art photography contexts. The lens integrates an in-lens shutter, the standard mechanism for large format optics, and operates with manual focus throughout.

With a maximum aperture of f/6.3 at 190mm, this lens is suited to the deliberate, controlled pace of large format shooting. Classified as a large format barrel lens compatible system, it fits naturally into technical camera setups of both vintage and contemporary manufacture. Whether you are a working large format film photographer or a collector of mid-century photographic optics, the Wide Field Ektar offers a historically significant and practically usable option.

Pros — Kodak 190mm f/6.3

  • ✓Covers a wide range of sheet film formats — 4x5, 5x7, and 8x10 — offering strong versatility across large format setups
  • ✓In-lens shutter design is standard and practical for large format technical camera workflows
  • ✓Manual focus operation gives the photographer full control, consistent with large format shooting practice

Cons — Kodak 190mm f/6.3

  • ✗The f/6.3 maximum aperture is relatively modest, which may limit usability in lower light conditions
  • ✗Lens board mounting requires appropriate board sizing for each specific camera, adding setup complexity
  • ✗As a vintage lens from the 1950s, condition can vary significantly between individual examples

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Frequently Asked Questions — Kodak 190mm f/6.3

What film formats is this lens compatible with?+
According to the specifications, this lens is compatible with sheet film formats including 4x5, 5x7, and 8x10. It is designed for use with large format sheet film cameras.
What type of shutter does this lens use?+
The Kodak 190mm f/6.3 Wide Field Ektar uses an in-lens shutter, meaning the shutter is built directly into the lens rather than the camera body. This is the standard configuration for large format lenses of this type.
How does this lens mount to a camera?+
This lens mounts via a lens board system designed for technical cameras. You will need a compatible lens board sized appropriately for your specific large format technical camera.
When was this lens manufactured?+
The specifications list the year of manufacture as 1950–1959, placing it firmly within the mid-twentieth century era of large format optical production.
Does this lens support autofocus?+
No. The lens is manual focus only, which is standard for large format lenses of this vintage and type. All focusing must be done manually on the camera's ground glass.

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