Schneider Kreuznach 360mm F/6.8 APO-Symmar Lens
The Schneider-Kreuznach 360mm F/6.8 is a 360mm f/6.8 lens designed for Lens Board (Technical Camera) mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Schneider Kreuznach 360mm F/6.8 APO-Symmar Lens
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Lens Overview — Schneider-Kreuznach 360mm F/6.8
Key Features — Schneider-Kreuznach 360mm F/6.8
360mm Large Format Prime: Fixed 360mm focal length delivers consistent telephoto compression and working distance, well-suited for landscapes, architectural details, and studio work on large format systems.
APO-Symmar Designation: Schneider-Kreuznach's apochromatic correction lineage minimizes chromatic aberration across the frame for sharp, color-accurate results.
f/6.8 Maximum Aperture: A maximum aperture of f/6.8 is typical for large format telephoto primes, balancing optical performance with manageable size and weight.
Manual Focus Only: Precise manual focus operation suits the deliberate, tripod-based large format workflow where careful composition and focus are standard practice.
Large Format Coverage: Designed to cover large format film sizes, providing the image circle required for full-frame coverage and movements on a view camera.
View Camera Compatible: Intended for use on large format view cameras, supporting tilt, shift, and swing movements that are central to technical photography.
Lens Specifications — Schneider-Kreuznach 360mm F/6.8
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Landscape, Architecture, Studio |
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Format | Large Format |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 360mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/6.8 |
| Camera System | Large Format |
| Lens Mount | Lens Board (Technical Camera) |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Weight | 1200g |
Description — Schneider-Kreuznach 360mm F/6.8
The Schneider-Kreuznach 360mm f/6.8 APO-Symmar is a prime, large format telephoto lens with a fixed 360mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/6.8. Weighing 1200g, it is built to the substantial standards that large format professional photography demands. This is a manual focus lens with no image stabilization, designed for use in workflows where the camera is mounted on a stable platform and each frame is composed and focused with care.
The telephoto focal length range makes it particularly relevant for large format photographers working on landscapes, architectural subjects, or studio assignments where subject distance and image compression are important creative considerations. With no autofocus mechanism, the lens suits the deliberate pace of large format shooting, where ground glass focusing is the norm. The APO-Symmar lineage is well-regarded within the large format community, and Schneider-Kreuznach's standing as a manufacturer of professional optical systems gives this lens considerable credibility among serious practitioners.
Buyers should confirm mount compatibility independently, as specific mount data is not available in the current product specifications.
Pros — Schneider-Kreuznach 360mm F/6.8
- ✓Fixed 360mm focal length provides consistent telephoto perspective well-suited to large format work
- ✓Maximum aperture of f/6.8 is appropriate for large format telephoto primes
- ✓Substantial 1200g build reflects the professional-grade construction expected of large format optics
Cons — Schneider-Kreuznach 360mm F/6.8
- ✗No image stabilization, requiring stable tripod support for sharp results at 360mm
- ✗At f/6.8 maximum aperture, viewfinder brightness on large format ground glass will be limited in lower light
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus option for photographers who may need it
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Frequently Asked Questions — Schneider-Kreuznach 360mm F/6.8
Is this lens compatible with medium format cameras?+
The specifications list the camera system as Medium Format, though it is categorized as a Large Format lens. No specific mount information is provided in the available data, so buyers should verify physical compatibility with their particular camera system before purchasing.
Does the APO-Symmar 360mm f/6.8 have autofocus?+
No. This lens is strictly manual focus only. This is consistent with large format lens design, where the photographer focuses using a ground glass screen and the process is inherently manual.
How heavy is this lens?+
The lens weighs 1200g. Given that weight, use with a robust tripod and appropriate large format camera support system is strongly recommended.
What filter size does this lens use?+
The filter thread size is not specified in the available product data. Prospective buyers should contact the seller or consult Schneider-Kreuznach documentation to confirm the correct filter size before purchasing filters or accessories.
Does this lens have image stabilization?+
No, image stabilization is listed as None. Large format lenses are typically used on tripod-mounted view cameras, where optical stabilization is not a relevant feature.