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    Elicar V-HQ Macro 90mm f/2.5

    4.5
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 4.5
    Mechanical: 5.0
    Value: 4.5
    Focal Length
    90mm
    Aperture
    f/2.5-32
    Mount
    C/Y (contax/yashica), Canon FD, FDn, Konica AR, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Olympus OM, Pentax K
    Weight
    555g
    Elicar V-HQ Macro 90mm f/2.5 is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.

    Optical design

    Has 8 aperture blades, with this amount of aperture blades you will be satisfied with the result. Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value Thanks to the macro capabilities this lens can make tiny things look big.

    Physical characteristics

    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. 84 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. Weights 555 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary.

    Elicar V-HQ Macro 90mm f/2.5 purchase historyTrending down 4.4%/mo

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have been easing around 4.4% per month — sellers are flexible, aim for deals below $49.00.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $49.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $69.50
    All-time low
    $28.00
    Latest sale
    $56.00

    Best deals

    19 of 37 tracked sales (51%) closed at or under the $49.00 fair value.

    • Jul 16, 2025$28.00$-21.00 / typical
    • Jul 29, 2025$28.00$-21.00 / typical
    • Jul 29, 2025$42.00$-7.00 / typical
    • Aug 19, 2025$56.00$7.00 / typical
    • Feb 13, 2025$69.00$20.00 / typical

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    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length90mm
    Aperturef/2.5-32
    Min Focus Distance0.35m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight555g
    Length84mm
    Filter Thread62mm
    MountC/Y (contax/yashica), Canon FD, FDn, Konica AR, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Olympus OM, Pentax K
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Souta Ogawa4.5/5

    Reviewer did not give any comments for Elicar V-HQ Macro 90mm f/2.5

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Elicar V-HQ Macro 90mm f/2.5?

    Elicar V-HQ Macro 90mm f/2.5 is a camera lens with 90mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.5/32, for the C/Y (contax/yashica), Canon FD, FDn, Konica AR, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Olympus OM, Pentax K mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 555g.

    What mount is the Elicar V-HQ Macro 90mm f/2.5 compatible with?

    Elicar V-HQ Macro 90mm f/2.5 uses a C/Y (contax/yashica), Canon FD, FDn, Konica AR, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Olympus OM, Pentax K mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Elicar V-HQ Macro 90mm f/2.5 cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Elicar V-HQ Macro 90mm f/2.5 typically sells for around $28.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Elicar V-HQ Macro 90mm f/2.5 a good lens?

    Elicar V-HQ Macro 90mm f/2.5 has a community rating of 4.5/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Elicar V-HQ Macro 90mm f/2.5?

    Similar lenses include Carl Zeiss Planar T 85mm f/1.4 Z, Minolta MC Rokkor-PF 85mm f/1.7 (MC-II Version), Minolta MD 85mm f/2.0.

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    4.5
    Optical4.5/5
    Mechanical5.0/5
    Value4.5/5
    Bokeh4.5/5
    Usability4.0/5
    Based on 2 reviewers

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