Reflex

    Reflex is a notable manufacturer of photographic optics, established in the 20th century. The company originated in Japan in 1955, founded by a group of passionate visionaries in the photography industry. The key founders played critical roles in shaping the brand's identity and vision, focusing on creating high-quality camera glass.

    Reflex is recognized for its innovative optical designs, particularly in the realm of multi-coated lenses which enhance image quality and reduce lens flare. They developed several major product lines, including a popular series of telephoto and wide-angle optics that are favored by photography enthusiasts and professionals alike. Their renowned glass offerings gained a reputation for their sharpness and durability.

    The lenses produced by Reflex found markets not only in Japan but also internationally, reaching photographers across the globe. Over the years, the company underwent several changes, including rebranding and potential mergers, yet specific details on these evolutions are less documented.

    With factories and manufacturing facilities primarily based in Japan, Reflex also explored overseas operations for distribution, allowing them to cater to a wider audience. As of today, Reflex is still active, though it has been absorbed into larger optical conglomerates, which has shifted its branding and production approaches.

    Interestingly, Reflex has formed partnerships with various camera manufacturers over the years, which helped them enhance their product offerings and increase market reach. These collaborations allowed them to provide specialized optics designed for specific camera bodies, making them a popular choice among users of those systems.

    The legacy of Reflex in the world of photography is marked by their commitment to quality and innovation in photographic lenses. Their designs have significantly influenced modern lens manufacturing, inspiring new generations of optics creators.

    In terms of marketing, Reflex targeted niche markets primarily focused on serious photographers, capturing both hobbyists and professionals through strategic international outreach and partnerships. Their branding has evolved over time, including notable logo changes reflective of their growth and adaptation to market trends.

    Reflex Lenses

    Canon FDn Reflex 500mm f/8
    Canon FDn Reflex 500mm f/8
    ~$298
    Canon FDn Reflex 500mm f/8 is a manual focus super telephoto lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Has no aperture blades, this is among the rare lens which does not have aperture control function, works always wide open.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>Weights 705 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag. 146 mm long, with this size carry only if you use it.
    Chinon 135mm f/2.8 Auto Reflex
    Chinon 135mm f/2.8 Auto Reflex
    ~$29
    Chinon 135mm f/2.8 Auto Reflex 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, offers a wide range of filter options.
    Chinonflex 100mm f/2.8 Auto Reflex
    Chinonflex 100mm f/2.8 Auto Reflex
    ~$290
    Chinonflex 100mm f/2.8 Auto Reflex 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 290 grams so consider putting to your camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 52 mm commonly filter size, gives you a variety of filter options. 65 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag.
    Kenko Reflex 400mm f/8
    Kenko Reflex 400mm f/8
    ~$290
    Kenko Reflex 400mm f/8 is a manual focus ultra telephoto lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Has no aperture blades, this is among the rare lens which does not have aperture control function, works always wide open.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>Weights 340 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. 82 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 67 mm commonly filter size, offers a wide range of filter options.
    Makinon 300mm f/5.6 Reflex
    Makinon 300mm f/5.6 Reflex
    ~$120
    Makinon 300mm f/5.6 Reflex 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<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>Weights 265 grams so consider putting to your camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 67 mm commonly filter size, offers a wide range of filter options. 62 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag.
    Minolta AF Reflex 500mm f/8
    Minolta AF Reflex 500mm f/8
    ~$308
    Minolta AF Reflex 500mm f/8 is a auto focus super telephoto lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Has no aperture blades, this is among the rare lens which does not have aperture control function, works always wide open.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p> With a lens filter diameter of 82 mm lens filters in this range can be expensive, purchase lens - and filter - only if you plan to keep them for long time, make a try with used ones. 118 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. Weights 665 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag.
    Mirage 200mm f/3.5 Auto Reflex
    Mirage 200mm f/3.5 Auto Reflex
    ~$71
    Mirage 200mm f/3.5 Auto Reflex is a manual focus telephoto lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Great choice mainly for good light conditions
    Panagor Reflex 500mm f/8 MC
    Panagor Reflex 500mm f/8 MC
    ~$51
    Panagor Reflex 500mm f/8 MC is a manual focus super telephoto lens for full frame cameras.
    Pentax Super-Multi-Coated Reflex-Takumar 1000mm f/8
    Pentax Super-Multi-Coated Reflex-Takumar 1000mm f/8
    ~$157
    Pentax Super-Multi-Coated Reflex-Takumar 1000mm f/8 is a manual focus super telephoto lens for medium format slr cameras.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>352 mm long, with this size carry only if you use it. Weights 6600 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag.
    Porst Color Reflex 50mm f/1.7 MC Macro F
    Porst Color Reflex 50mm f/1.7 MC Macro F
    ~$479
    Porst Color Reflex 50mm f/1.7 MC Macro F is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Thanks to the macro capabilities this lens can make tiny things look big. 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, provides a range of filter options.
    Porst Color Reflex Auto 50mm f/1.7
    Porst Color Reflex Auto 50mm f/1.7
    ~$132
    Porst Color Reflex Auto 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>Weights 216 grams so consider putting to your camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 49 mm commonly filter size, offers a wide range of filter options. 37 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag.
    Porst Color Reflex Auto 50mm f/1.7 MC
    Porst Color Reflex Auto 50mm f/1.7 MC
    ~$135
    Porst Color Reflex Auto 50mm f/1.7 MC 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 49 mm commonly filter size, provides a range of filter options. Weights 216 grams so consider putting to your camera bag. 37 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag.
    Porst Color Reflex Auto 50mm f/1.8
    Porst Color Reflex Auto 50mm f/1.8
    ~$58
    Porst Color Reflex Auto 50mm f/1.8 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 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 49 mm commonly filter size, offers a wide range of filter options. Weights 205 grams so consider putting to your camera bag.
    Porst Color Reflex Auto 55mm f/1.4
    Porst Color Reflex Auto 55mm f/1.4
    ~$179
    Porst Color Reflex Auto 55mm f/1.4 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>52 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 55 mm commonly filter size, offers a wide range of filter options. Weights 320 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary.
    Porst Color Reflex Auto 55mm f/2.8
    Porst Color Reflex Auto 55mm f/2.8
    ~$63
    Porst Color Reflex Auto 55mm 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 5 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 49 mm commonly filter size, gives you a variety of filter options. Weights 155 grams so convinient to carry. 40 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag.
    Porst Color Reflex Auto 55mm f/2.8 D
    Porst Color Reflex Auto 55mm f/2.8 D
    ~$116
    Porst Color Reflex Auto 55mm f/2.8 D is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Has 5 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 155 grams so convinient to carry. 40 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 49 mm commonly filter size, presents numerous filter possibilities.
    Porst Color Reflex Auto MC 55mm f/1.2
    Porst Color Reflex Auto MC 55mm f/1.2
    ~$187
    Porst Color Reflex Auto MC 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>45 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. Weights 312 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. With a lens filter diameter of 55 mm commonly filter size, provides a range of filter options.
    Porst Color Reflex D 50mm f/1.9
    Porst Color Reflex D 50mm f/1.9
    ~$27
    Porst Color Reflex D 50mm f/1.9 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 5 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 49 mm commonly filter size, offers a wide range of filter options.
    Porst Color Reflex X-M G 50mm f/1.2 UMC
    Porst Color Reflex X-M G 50mm f/1.2 UMC
    ~$299
    Porst Color Reflex X-M G 50mm f/1.2 UMC 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 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>58 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 55 mm commonly filter size, gives you a variety of filter options. Weights 300 grams so consider putting to your camera bag.
    Porst X-M F Color Reflex 50mm f/1.6
    Porst X-M F Color Reflex 50mm f/1.6
    ~$50
    Porst X-M F Color Reflex 50mm f/1.6 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 49 mm commonly filter size, provides a range of filter options. Weights 170 grams so convinient to carry. 40 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag.

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