Rodenstock magnifying lens Apo-Rodagon-N 50mm f2.8

Rodenstock Apo-Rodagon-N 50mm f2.8 enlarging lens

The Rodenstock Apo-Rodagon-N 50mm f/2.8 is a high-quality enlarging lens that has been specially developed for demanding repro and darkroom work. It belongs to the renowned Apo-Rodagon-N series, which is characterized by apochromatic correction - this means that longitudinal colour errors (chromatic aberration) are reduced to a minimum. As a result, the lens delivers excellent sharpness, neutral color rendition and the best contrast rendition right into the corners of the image, even at the highest magnifications.

With a focal length of 50mm and a speed of f/2.8**, it is particularly versatile and is ideal for magnifications in the classic 35mm format (24x36mm). Thanks to its precise optical construction (typically 6 lenses in 4 groups), the Apo-Rodagon-N achieves its maximum imaging performance even at medium apertures. Particularly noteworthy is the uniform sharpness from the center of the image to the edge - an important aspect for high-quality photo prints or precise reproductions.

The Rodenstock Apo-Rodagon-N is also used outside the darkroom, for example in macro photography on bellows, where its high resolution and color fidelity are appreciated.