Hello:

I lost out on two eBay auctions for large Aero-Ektar lenses last week.

I realize they have a host of quirks ranging from mechanical issues with
integration into a camera to discolored optics and radioacivity due to
thorium oxide in the rear element.

But they are 'cool'.

Before I embark on another hunt for one, can someone confirm whether they're
worth the effort to adapt for a camera.

I planned on building a box or bellows camera around one, and really don't
care that a external shutter is required.

Someone told me the 'air space' between the back of the lens and the shutter
has to be 'right'...I presume that means the spacing.

I would think the spacing between a lens and a combination iris/shutter
would be important because the iris size is variable. I would think a rear
mount shutter with out iris that opened all the way wouldn't be that
critical.

Comments appreciated.

Thanks

Murray

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