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Nikon 210mm f/5.6 NIKKOR-W Lens (295mm Image Circle) In Copal 1 BT Shutter (42MT)

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Nikon NIKKOR-W 210mm f/5.6 large format lens with 295mm image circle.

The NIKKOR-W 210mm f/5.6 is a large format lens built around a 295mm image circle, which gives it substantial coverage headroom over standard 4x5 film and opens the door to meaningful movements on larger formats. That extra coverage is the whole point for anyone doing serious camera work on a technical or view camera, where tilt, shift, and rise are not optional extras but core to the workflow. The Copal 1 BT shutter is the industry-standard leaf shutter for lenses in this class, and its in-lens placement means flash sync at any shutter speed, a practical advantage over focal-plane designs for studio and location work alike.

At f/5.6, this is a workable maximum aperture for composing and focusing on a ground glass, and the 210mm focal length sits in the natural perspective range for 4x5, making it a go-to choice for straight architectural rendering, portraits, and product work where subject compression matters. Large format is a deliberate, considered process, and this lens is built to support that pace without compromise on optical coverage.

Who It's For

Architectural photographers working with a view camera will find the 295mm image circle gives them room to apply front rise and shift without vignetting cutting into the frame. Studio product shooters get precise rendering at a natural focal length with full flash sync courtesy of the in-lens Copal 1 shutter. Large format portrait photographers can take advantage of the 210mm perspective on 4x5 for a rendering angle close to what a short telephoto delivers on smaller formats. Fine art photographers printing from large negatives benefit from a lens designed to cover formats beyond 4x5 with coverage to spare.

Key Features

  • 210mm focal length with 295mm image circle for 4x5 and larger formats
  • f/5.6 maximum aperture for practical ground glass composing
  • Copal 1 BT leaf shutter with flash sync at all speeds
  • Built for architectural, portrait, and product work on view cameras
  • Supports rise, shift, tilt, and swing with coverage margin
  • Large format precision optics optimized for technical camera movements

FAQ

What image circle does this 210mm lens cover?
295mm, which gives you substantial movement headroom on 4x5 and opens coverage for larger formats like 5x7 with controlled rise, shift, and tilt.
Why does focal length matter in large format?
210mm sits in the natural perspective range for 4x5 straight work - architectural, portrait, and product photography where you need moderate subject compression without extreme magnification or field compression.
Is f/5.6 bright enough for ground glass focusing?
Yes. It's a workable maximum aperture for composing and focusing on a ground glass without needing auxiliary optics, and it's typical for lenses in this focal length and coverage class.
What's the advantage of a leaf shutter in the lens?
Flash sync at any shutter speed. Focal-plane designs can't do that - you're locked into flash sync speeds. In-lens leaf shutters like the Copal 1 BT are practical for studio and location work where flash is standard.
Is this lens suitable for architectural work?
Yes. The 210mm focal length and 295mm image circle make it a natural choice for straight architectural rendering on 4x5, where you'll use movements to control perspective and converging verticals.
What mount does this lens use?
Large format Copal 1 BT shutter. It mounts to any large format camera body with a standard large format lens board compatible with Copal 1 shutters.
SpecificationValue
Focal Length210mm
Max Aperturef/5.6
MountLarge Format (Copal 1 BT Shutter)
Image Circle295mm
FormatLarge Format

This description was generated using AI based on KEH's internal product standards, product expertise, and knowing what customers care about most. While we strive for accuracy, details may vary by individual item.

Brand Name Nikon
Focus Type Manual focus (only)
Lens Mount Board mount 42mm
Lens Type Standard / Normal
Max Focal Length 210mm
Min Focal Length 210mm