Schneider's large format wide-angle — the Super Angulon 120mm f/8 for 8x10 photography.
The Schneider Super Angulon 120mm f/8 is a wide-angle large format lens from Schneider-Kreuznach, designed for 5x4 inch or larger format cameras. The Super Angulon designation indicates extreme wide-angle coverage — the 120mm at f/8 covers a large image circle appropriate for 4x5-inch and some 5x7-inch formats with some movement capability.
The lens provides 120mm at f/8 maximum aperture in a large format design, typically in a Copal or Compur shutter, with a very large coverage circle for its focal length enabling full tilt, shift, swing, and rise movements on 4x5-inch format cameras. Schneider's multi-coating provides flare control across the wide field.
The Super Angulon 120mm f/8 is a standard wide-angle choice for large format landscape and architectural photographers who need substantial camera movements. The f/8 maximum aperture is typical for large format wide-angle lenses. It is one of the most common large format wide-angle lenses in the used market.
Test shutter operation across all speeds using a shutter speed tester or audio method. Inspect element condition for coating integrity and absence of haze. Verify the image circle covers the intended format size. Check shutter blade operation for clean, oil-free timing. Board compatibility with the intended large format camera should be confirmed.