The Use of Historic Lenses In Contemporary Photography

A practical guide to the choice and use of historical lenses in contemporary large format photography. There is a full description of most lens types made since 1850 and many illustrations showing the wide range of uses to which they may be applied. The book is intended as a practical guide for the large format photographer, or for any photographer interested in exploring the wide range of technologies used in the pre-digital age. The writer is a Senior Lecturer in photography in Bournemouth, UK.