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    ExaktaM42
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    Isco-Gottingen Edixa-Iscotar 50mm f/2.8

    4.3
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 4.3
    Mechanical: 4.3
    Value: 8.0
    Focal Length
    50mm
    Aperture
    f/2.8-16
    Mount
    Exakta, M42
    Weight
    330g
    Isco-Gottingen Edixa-Iscotar 50mm f/2.8 is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.

    Optical design

    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

    Physical characteristics

    With a lens filter diameter of 49 mm commonly filter size, presents numerous filter possibilities. Weights 330 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. 37 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag.

    Isco-Gottingen Edixa-Iscotar 50mm f/2.8 purchase historyStable

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have held steady across 13 months of tracked sales — pay around the $66.00 fair value and watch for outliers below it.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $66.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $81.25
    All-time low
    $10.00
    Latest sale
    $75.00

    Best deals

    39 of 76 tracked sales (51%) closed at or under the $66.00 fair value.

    • Jul 9, 2025$10.00$-56.00 / typical
    • Jan 24, 2025$20.00$-46.00 / typical
    • Jan 24, 2025$21.00$-45.00 / typical
    • Oct 1, 2024$29.00$-37.00 / typical
    • Mar 9, 2025$29.00$-37.00 / typical

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    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length50mm
    Aperturef/2.8-16
    Min Focus Distance0.9m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight330g
    Length37mm
    Filter Thread49mm
    MountExakta, M42
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Carmen Ramirez4.3/5

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Isco-Gottingen Edixa-Iscotar 50mm f/2.8?

    Isco-Gottingen Edixa-Iscotar 50mm f/2.8 is a camera lens with 50mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8/16, for the Exakta, M42 mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 330g.

    What mount is the Isco-Gottingen Edixa-Iscotar 50mm f/2.8 compatible with?

    Isco-Gottingen Edixa-Iscotar 50mm f/2.8 uses a Exakta, M42 mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Isco-Gottingen Edixa-Iscotar 50mm f/2.8 cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Isco-Gottingen Edixa-Iscotar 50mm f/2.8 typically sells for around $10.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Isco-Gottingen Edixa-Iscotar 50mm f/2.8 a good lens?

    Isco-Gottingen Edixa-Iscotar 50mm f/2.8 has a community rating of 4.3/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Isco-Gottingen Edixa-Iscotar 50mm f/2.8?

    Similar lenses include Carl Zeiss Ultron 50mm f/1.8 (Icarex 35), Isco-Gottingen Edixa ISCO-MAT 50mm f/1.9, Marexar-CX 38-50mm f/3.5 MC.

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    4.3
    Optical4.3/5
    Mechanical4.3/5
    Value8.0/5
    Bokeh8.0/5
    Usability4.1/5
    Based on 8 reviewers

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