Lens question

FM2N · Mar 29, 2009

Hello All,
I have a Graphic 2x3 camera and I am wondering if I can use the lens from my Moskow 5 camera. It is a 105mm lens that takes really great pics but the focus is off. I am thinking that I can use it on the 2x3 camera and focus using the GG of the camera. Do you think this will work. Does it matter that it is a rangefinder type lens? Could I keep the lens barrel set on infinity and focus using the GG?
Any thoughts or ideas would be greatly appreciated.
Arthur

Konical · Mar 29, 2009

Good Evening, Arthur,

It should work, but may have limited coverage since it was probably designed for a fixed position originally.

Konical

k_jupiter · Mar 29, 2009

If you can mount it, it should work. The 2x3 Speed or Crown has very little movement to start with, the lens will cover the minimum and I suspect a good deal more stopped down, even if it is a Tessar knockoff (which I suspect it is). I have mounted 105mm lens off a couple of different folders on graphics lens boards and they seem to work just fine.

Let us know how it works out.

tim in san jose

FM2N · Mar 29, 2009

Thanks for the info. I will give it a try.

Arthur

Tomf2468 · Mar 29, 2009

Your plan is probably fine. If, however, you would rather adjust your Moskva-5 rather than disassemble it, then try this helpful site:

http://www.dvdtechcameras.com/info/1.htm

Some of the English is tortured, but you'll get the idea.

Tom

FM2N · Mar 30, 2009

Tom,
Thanks i would love to.

Arthur

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