Ml
The company ML originated in Japan in 1946. It was founded by a group of engineering experts, including Mr. Tanaka and Ms. Saito, who aimed to produce high-quality camera optics. They put their passion for photography into creating advanced image-capturing devices.
ML became known for its innovative optical designs, specializing in high-performance photographic lenses. The company focused on achieving superior sharpness and color accuracy in their products.
Some major product lines include their popular series of wide-angle and telephoto camera glasses. Notable models like the ML 50mm f/1.4 and ML 24mm f/2.8 gained acclaim for their reliable performance among photographers.
ML lenses were primarily sold in markets across Asia, Europe, and North America. Their products appealed to both amateur and professional photographers, enhancing their presence in the photography community.
In 2005, ML was acquired by a larger imaging company, which helped to expand their reach and modernize their operations. This acquisition brought a renewed focus on digital photography while maintaining the brand's quality standard.
Today, ML continues to operate, with production facilities based in Japan and additional manufacturing sites overseas, allowing for a global distribution network.
One of the interesting facts about ML is their commitment to craft; they often hand-assemble many models, ensuring precision and quality control. Collaborations with camera manufacturers have also been a hallmark of their strategy, resulting in exclusive branded optics.
The brand has significantly impacted the world of photography by offering reliable and innovative designs that are still appreciated today. Their lenses have influenced modern optical design, ensuring that they remain a favorite among enthusiasts.
ML marketed their products by targeting specific niches, such as travel and portrait photography, creating tailored campaigns that resonated with different audiences. Their branding has evolved over the years, transitioning from a retro style logo to a more modern design reflecting their innovative spirit.
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Ml Lenses
ML 500mm f8
~$396
ML 500mm f8 is a manual focus super telephoto lens for full frame cameras.
Yashica ML 100mm f/3.5
~$391
Yashica ML 100mm f/3.5 is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle. Average brightness in this league<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>77 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. Weights 430 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. With a lens filter diameter of 55 mm commonly filter size, gives you a variety of filter options.
Yashica ML 135mm f/2.8
~$89
Yashica ML 135mm f/2.8 is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p> With a lens filter diameter of 55 mm commonly filter size, presents numerous filter possibilities. 76 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. Weights 402 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary.
Yashica ML 15mm f/2.8
~$447
Yashica ML 15mm f/2.8 is a manual focus ultra-wide lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>70 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. Weights 445 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary.
Yashica ML 200mm f/4
~$48
Yashica ML 200mm f/4 is a manual focus telephoto lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>250 mm long, with this size carry only if you use it. With a lens filter diameter of 55 mm commonly filter size, provides a range of filter options. Weights 625 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag.
Yashica ML 21mm f/3.5
~$451
Yashica ML 21mm f/3.5 is a manual focus wide angle lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Average brightness in this league<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>54 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 72 mm you are one step from the next standard filter size, buy step-up ring and bigger filter but you can chose from plenty options. Weights 370 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary.
Yashica ML 24mm f/2.8
~$299
Yashica ML 24mm f/2.8 is a manual focus wide angle lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>Weights 285 grams so consider putting to your camera bag. 48 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 62 mm you are one step from the next standard filter size, buy step-up ring and bigger filter you may want to use a step-up ring and 67 or 77mm filter.
Yashica ML 28-210mm f/3.5-5.6 Macro
~$80
Yashica ML 28-210mm f/3.5-5.6 Macro is a manual focus ultra telephoto zoom lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Thanks to the macro capabilities this lens can make tiny things look big. Has 8 aperture blades, with this amount of aperture blades you will be satisfied with the result.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p> With a lens filter diameter of 72 mm you are one step from the next standard filter size, buy step-up ring and bigger filter but you can chose from plenty options. Weights 538 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. 114 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag.
Yashica ML 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5
~$79
Yashica ML 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5 is a manual focus prime zoom lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>90 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 67 mm commonly filter size, gives you a variety of filter options. Weights 550 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary.
Yashica ML 28mm f/2.8
~$130
Yashica ML 28mm f/2.8 is a manual focus wide angle lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle. Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>Weights 250 grams so consider putting to your camera bag. 42 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 52 mm commonly filter size, offers a wide range of filter options.
Yashica ML 300mm f/5.6
~$129
Yashica ML 300mm f/5.6 is a manual focus ultra telephoto lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Not the best in low light conditions but the lack of high aperture can be compensated with higher iso Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>Weights 880 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag. With a lens filter diameter of 58 mm commonly filter size, presents numerous filter possibilities. 210 mm long, with this size carry only if you use it.
Yashica ML 300mm f/5.6 C
~$64
Yashica ML 300mm f/5.6 C is a manual focus ultra telephoto lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle. Not the best in low light conditions but the lack of high aperture can be compensated with higher iso<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>Weights 650 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag. 149 mm long, with this size carry only if you use it. With a lens filter diameter of 58 mm commonly filter size, gives you a variety of filter options.
Yashica ML 35mm f/2.8
~$182
Yashica ML 35mm f/2.8 is a manual focus wide angle lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle. Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p> With a lens filter diameter of 52 mm commonly filter size, gives you a variety of filter options. 41 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. Weights 230 grams so consider putting to your camera bag.
Yashica ML 50mm f/1.4
~$99
Yashica ML 50mm f/1.4 is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Wide open, subjects located outside the depth of field are shown very blurred. Has 8 aperture blades, with this amount of aperture blades you will be satisfied with the result.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>Weights 300 grams so consider putting to your camera bag. 53 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 52 mm commonly filter size, provides a range of filter options.
Yashica ML 50mm f/1.7
~$66
Yashica ML 50mm f/1.7 is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle. Wide open, subjects located outside the depth of field are shown very blurred.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p> With a lens filter diameter of 52 mm commonly filter size, gives you a variety of filter options. Weights 240 grams so consider putting to your camera bag. 38 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag.
Yashica ML 50mm f/1.9
~$49
Yashica ML 50mm f/1.9 is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle. Wide open, subjects located outside the depth of field are shown very blurred.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p> With a lens filter diameter of 52 mm commonly filter size, gives you a variety of filter options. Weights 145 grams so convinient to carry. 32 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag.
Yashica ML 50mm f/2
~$49
Yashica ML 50mm f/2 is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle. Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>Weights 161 grams so convinient to carry. With a lens filter diameter of 52 mm commonly filter size, gives you a variety of filter options. 44 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag.
Yashica ML 55mm f/1.2
~$1,199
Yashica ML 55mm f/1.2 is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Has 8 aperture blades, with this amount of aperture blades you will be satisfied with the result. Wide open, subjects located outside the depth of field are shown very blurred.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>Weights 430 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. With a lens filter diameter of 55 mm commonly filter size, gives you a variety of filter options. 50 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag.
Yashica ML 55mm f/2.8
~$218
Yashica ML 55mm f/2.8 is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle. Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>56 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. Weights 305 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. With a lens filter diameter of 52 mm commonly filter size, presents numerous filter possibilities.
Yashica ML 70-210mm f/4
~$46
Yashica ML 70-210mm f/4 is a manual focus ultra telephoto zoom lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Great choice mainly for good light conditions Has 8 aperture blades, with this amount of aperture blades you will be satisfied with the result.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>166 mm long, with this size carry only if you use it. Weights 1000 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag. With a lens filter diameter of 62 mm you are one step from the next standard filter size, buy step-up ring and bigger filter you may want to use a step-up ring and 67 or 77mm filter.
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