Rodenstock HR Digaron-S 23mm f/5.6 Large Format Lens
The Cambo 23mm f/5.6 is a 23mm f/5.6 lens designed for Lens Board (Technical Camera) mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Rodenstock HR Digaron-S 23mm f/5.6 Large Format Lens
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Lens Overview — Cambo 23mm f/5.6
Key Features — Cambo 23mm f/5.6
23mm Wide-Angle Prime: Fixed 23mm focal length delivers a broad field of view well suited to architecture, landscape, and commercial still life on large format systems.
HR Digaron-S Optics: Rodenstock's HR (High Resolution) Digaron-S formula is optimized for digital capture with extremely high resolving power across the full image circle.
Large Format Image Circle: Covers a large format image circle, providing ample coverage for camera movements such as tilt, shift, and swing on technical camera platforms.
Lens Board Mount: Mounts via a standard technical camera lens board interface, compatible with systems from Cambo, Arca-Swiss, Linhof, and similar platforms.
Manual Focus Design: Fully manual focus places precise control with the photographer, suited to the deliberate, tripod-based workflow of large format shooting.
f/5.6 Maximum Aperture: Consistent f/5.6 aperture delivers predictable exposure and depth of field characteristics across the entire image frame.
Lens Specifications — Cambo 23mm f/5.6
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Studio |
| Lens Type | Wide-Angle |
| Format | Large Format |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 23mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/5.6 |
| Camera System | Medium Format |
| Lens Mount | Lens Board (Technical Camera) |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Weight | 570g |
Description — Cambo 23mm f/5.6
The Rodenstock HR Digaron-S 23mm f/5.6 is a prime, wide-angle lens built for large format imaging on technical camera systems. It mounts via a Lens Board (Technical Camera) interface, making it purpose-built for the platforms that demand precise optical control and camera movement capability. At a focal length of 23mm, it delivers a wide field of view well suited to architectural, landscape, and commercial studio work.
The maximum aperture of f/5.6 provides consistent optical performance across the frame. Focus is entirely manual, reflecting the deliberate shooting methodology inherent to large format photography. No image stabilization is included, and the lens weighs 570g — a solid but workable figure for field or studio deployment on a supported technical camera rig.
With no listed filter thread, buyers should verify filtration options independently. This is a lens built for photographers who prioritize optical precision and manual control above all else.
Pros — Cambo 23mm f/5.6
- ✓Wide-angle 23mm prime focal length suited for expansive large format compositions
- ✓Maximum aperture of f/5.6 provides consistent exposure characteristics across the frame
- ✓Lens Board (Technical Camera) mount ensures compatibility with technical camera systems
Cons — Cambo 23mm f/5.6
- ✗No autofocus — manual focus only, which may not suit fast-paced shooting styles
- ✗Maximum aperture of f/5.6 limits light gathering compared to faster alternatives
- ✗No image stabilization, requiring stable support for sharp results
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