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    Hoya 25-42mm f/3.5 HMC Zoom&Macro

    3.6
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 3.0
    Mechanical: 4.0
    Value: 5.0
    Focal Length
    25-42mm
    Aperture
    f/3.5-22
    Mount
    C/Y (contax/yashica), Canon FD, FDn, Konica AR, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Olympus OM, Pentax K
    Weight
    550g
    Hoya 25-42mm f/3.5 HMC Zoom&Macro is a manual focus prime zoom lens for full frame cameras.

    Optical design

    Average brightness in this league Thanks to the macro capabilities this lens can make tiny things look big.

    Physical characteristics

    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 550 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary.

    Hoya 25-42mm f/3.5 HMC Zoom&Macro purchase historyStable

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have held steady across 24 months of tracked sales — pay around the $52.00 fair value and watch for outliers below it.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $52.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $55.00
    All-time low
    $12.00
    Latest sale
    $50.00

    Best deals

    12 of 21 tracked sales (57%) closed at or under the $52.00 fair value.

    • Aug 10, 2025$12.00$-40.00 / typical
    • Dec 27, 2024$21.00$-31.00 / typical
    • Mar 9, 2025$21.00$-31.00 / typical
    • Mar 12, 2025$22.00$-30.00 / typical
    • Apr 21, 2025$23.00$-29.00 / typical

    eBay Auctions

    No active auctions found.

    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length25-42mm
    Aperturef/3.5-22
    Min Focus Distance0.8m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight550g
    Filter Thread72mm
    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

    Antonio Esposito3.6/5

    Reviewer did not give any comments for Hoya 25-42mm f/3.5 HMC Zoom&Macro

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Hoya 25-42mm f/3.5 HMC Zoom&Macro?

    Hoya 25-42mm f/3.5 HMC Zoom&Macro is a camera lens with 25-42mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/3.5/22, 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 550g.

    What mount is the Hoya 25-42mm f/3.5 HMC Zoom&Macro compatible with?

    Hoya 25-42mm f/3.5 HMC Zoom&Macro 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 Hoya 25-42mm f/3.5 HMC Zoom&Macro cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Hoya 25-42mm f/3.5 HMC Zoom&Macro typically sells for around $12.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Hoya 25-42mm f/3.5 HMC Zoom&Macro a good lens?

    Hoya 25-42mm f/3.5 HMC Zoom&Macro has a community rating of 3.6/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Hoya 25-42mm f/3.5 HMC Zoom&Macro?

    Similar lenses include Canon FD 20-35mm f/3.5 L, Cosina AF 19-35mm f/3.5-4.5 MC, Minolta MD 24-35mm f/3.5.

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    3.6
    Optical3.0/5
    Mechanical4.0/5
    Value5.0/5
    Bokeh2.0/5
    Usability4.0/5
    Based on 1 reviewer

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