C/Y (contax/yashica)
    Prime
    Full frame

    Kinoshita Optical Kistar 55mm f/1.2

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    Focal Length
    55mm
    Aperture
    f/1.2-16
    Mount
    C/Y (contax/yashica)
    Weight
    310g
    Kinoshita Optical Kistar 55mm f/1.2 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. Wide open, subjects located outside the depth of field are shown very blurred.

    Physical characteristics

    Weights 310 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. 56 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 55 mm commonly filter size, provides a range of filter options.

    Kinoshita Optical Kistar 55mm f/1.2 purchase history

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    What is the Kinoshita Optical Kistar 55mm f/1.2?

    Kinoshita Optical Kistar 55mm f/1.2 is a camera lens with 55mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/1.2/16, for the C/Y (contax/yashica) mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 310g.

    Prices and availability are sourced from eBay sold listings and live auctions at request time.

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    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length55mm
    Aperturef/1.2-16
    Min Focus Distance0.5m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight310g
    Length56mm
    Filter Thread55mm
    MountC/Y (contax/yashica)
    FormatFull frame

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Kinoshita Optical Kistar 55mm f/1.2?

    Kinoshita Optical Kistar 55mm f/1.2 is a camera lens with 55mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/1.2/16, for the C/Y (contax/yashica) mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 310g.

    What mount is the Kinoshita Optical Kistar 55mm f/1.2 compatible with?

    Kinoshita Optical Kistar 55mm f/1.2 uses a C/Y (contax/yashica) mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Kinoshita Optical Kistar 55mm f/1.2 cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Kinoshita Optical Kistar 55mm f/1.2 typically sells for around $1.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Which lenses are similar to the Kinoshita Optical Kistar 55mm f/1.2?

    Similar lenses include Carl Zeiss Makro-Planar 60mm f/2.8 C C/Y, Carl Zeiss Makro-Planar 60mm f/2.8 C/Y, Carl Zeiss Planar T 50mm f/1.4 C/Y.

    Current Pricing

    Latest Price
    €351.00

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