Kinoshita Optical Kistar 85mm f/1.4
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Focal Length
85mm
Aperture
f/1.4-16
Mount
C/Y (contax/yashica)
Weight
542g
Kinoshita Optical Kistar 85mm f/1.4 is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.
Optical design
Wide open, subjects located outside the depth of field are shown very blurred. Has 10 aperture blades, this lens has a beautiful bokeh.Physical characteristics
76 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. Weights 542 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. With a lens filter diameter of 67 mm commonly filter size, presents numerous filter possibilities.Kinoshita Optical Kistar 85mm f/1.4 purchase history
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Purchases (28)
- Jun 6, 2025$508.00
- Jun 6, 2025$493.00
- Jun 6, 2025$486.00
- May 12, 2025$496.00
- May 12, 2025$482.00
- May 12, 2025$506.00
- May 12, 2025$475.00
- May 11, 2025$496.00
- May 11, 2025$482.00
- May 11, 2025$506.00
- May 11, 2025$475.00
- Apr 1, 2025$307.00
- Apr 1, 2025$294.00
- Mar 23, 2025$539.00
- Mar 23, 2025$545.00
- Mar 23, 2025$563.00
- Mar 23, 2025$535.00
- Jan 10, 2025$160.00
- Jan 10, 2025$170.00
- Jan 10, 2025$158.00
- Jan 10, 2025$167.00
- Dec 11, 2024$464.00
- Dec 11, 2024$485.00
- Dec 11, 2024$494.00
- Dec 1, 2024$539.00
- Dec 1, 2024$549.00
- Nov 20, 2024$162.00
- Nov 20, 2024$165.00
Auctions (19)
- Mar 17, 2026High: $895.13 / Low: $895.13
- Dec 17, 2025High: $895.13 / Low: $895.13
- Sep 17, 2025High: $895.13 / Low: $895.13
- Aug 3, 2025High: $521.90 / Low: $509.99
- Jul 4, 2025High: $521.90 / Low: $509.99
- Jun 8, 2025High: $549.99 / Low: $509.99
- May 17, 2025High: $895.13 / Low: $509.99
- Apr 25, 2025High: $549.99 / Low: $300.00
- Apr 1, 2025High: $549.99 / Low: $154.92
- Mar 6, 2025High: $449.99 / Low: $154.92
- Feb 9, 2025High: $500.00 / Low: $150.00
- Jan 16, 2025High: $895.13 / Low: $150.00
- Oct 20, 2024High: $1004.32 / Low: $895.13
- Sep 29, 2024High: $888.75 / Low: $888.75
- Sep 22, 2024High: $1004.32 / Low: $895.13
- Sep 15, 2024High: $985.23 / Low: $954.43
- Sep 1, 2024High: $888.75 / Low: $888.75
- Aug 5, 2024High: $888.75 / Low: $888.75
- Jul 29, 2024High: $888.75 / Low: $888.75
What is the Kinoshita Optical Kistar 85mm f/1.4?
Kinoshita Optical Kistar 85mm f/1.4 is a camera lens with 85mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/1.4/16, for the C/Y (contax/yashica) mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 542g.
Prices and availability are sourced from eBay sold listings and live auctions at request time.
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Technical Specifications
Optical
Focal Length85mm
Aperturef/1.4-16
Min Focus Distance0.8m
FocusingManual Focus
Physical
Weight542g
Length76.9mm
Filter Thread67mm
MountC/Y (contax/yashica)
FormatFull frame
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Kinoshita Optical Kistar 85mm f/1.4?
Kinoshita Optical Kistar 85mm f/1.4 is a camera lens with 85mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/1.4/16, for the C/Y (contax/yashica) mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 542g.
What mount is the Kinoshita Optical Kistar 85mm f/1.4 compatible with?
Kinoshita Optical Kistar 85mm f/1.4 uses a C/Y (contax/yashica) mount and supports the Full frame format.
How much does the Kinoshita Optical Kistar 85mm f/1.4 cost?
Based on recent eBay sold listings the Kinoshita Optical Kistar 85mm f/1.4 typically sells for around $150.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.
Which lenses are similar to the Kinoshita Optical Kistar 85mm f/1.4?
Similar lenses include ARAX 80mm f/2.8 S&T, Carl Zeiss Makro-Planar T 100mm f/2.8 C/Y, Carl Zeiss Planar 100mm f/2 C/Y.
Current Pricing
Latest Price
€895.00
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