Schneider-Kreuznach Retina-Xenar 50mm f/2.8
4.1
(1 reviews)Optical: 4.3
Mechanical: 4.3
Value: 4.5
Focal Length
50mm
Aperture
f/2.8-16
Mount
DKL / Deckel
Weight
107g
Schneider-Kreuznach Retina-Xenar 50mm f/2.8 is a manual focus prime lens for 35mm rangefinder cameras.
Optical design
Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value Has 5 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle.Physical characteristics
28 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. Weights 107 grams so convinient to carry. With a lens filter diameter of 37 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.Schneider-Kreuznach Retina-Xenar 50mm f/2.8 purchase history
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Purchases (56)
- Aug 27, 2026$64.00
- Aug 18, 2025$25.00
- Aug 18, 2025$18.00
- Jul 29, 2025$37.00
- Jul 16, 2025$45.00
- May 11, 2025$19.00
- Apr 3, 2025$24.00
- Apr 3, 2025$25.00
- Apr 3, 2025$23.00
- Apr 2, 2025$42.00
- Apr 2, 2025$44.00
- Apr 2, 2025$45.00
- Mar 23, 2025$24.00
- Mar 23, 2025$25.00
- Mar 15, 2025$34.00
- Mar 15, 2025$35.00
- Mar 2, 2025$30.00
- Jan 22, 2025$20.00
- Jan 22, 2025$21.00
- Jan 22, 2025$22.00
- Jan 21, 2025$26.00
- Jan 21, 2025$27.00
- Jan 21, 2025$28.00
- Jan 21, 2025$29.00
- Jan 15, 2025$89.00
- Jan 15, 2025$97.00
- Jan 15, 2025$91.00
- Jan 15, 2025$94.00
- Dec 30, 2024$8.00
- Dec 18, 2024$42.00
- Dec 18, 2024$43.00
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- Dec 15, 2024$48.00
- Dec 15, 2024$47.00
- Nov 10, 2024$42.00
- Nov 10, 2024$43.00
- Sep 28, 2024$28.00
- Sep 28, 2024$29.00
- Sep 25, 2024$26.00
- Sep 25, 2024$27.00
- Aug 7, 2024$10.00
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- Jul 31, 2024$19.00
- Jul 31, 2024$20.00
- Jul 19, 2024$13.00
- Jul 19, 2024$14.00
- Jul 8, 2024$31.00
- Jul 4, 2024$14.00
- Jul 4, 2024$15.00
- Jun 21, 2024$14.00
- Jun 21, 2024$15.00
- Jun 7, 2024$27.00
- Jun 7, 2024$28.00
- May 31, 2024$40.00
- May 31, 2024$39.00
- May 7, 2024$35.00
Auctions (56)
- Aug 9, 2026High: $79.99 / Low: $44.13
- Jun 16, 2026High: $102.35 / Low: $35.00
- May 25, 2026High: $88.01 / Low: $45.99
- May 16, 2026High: $70.46 / Low: $35.00
- Apr 26, 2026High: $49.99 / Low: $45.99
- Apr 12, 2026High: $101.90 / Low: $35.00
- Apr 2, 2026High: $49.00 / Low: $34.98
- Mar 26, 2026High: $49.99 / Low: $49.99
- Mar 11, 2026High: $54.99 / Low: $54.99
- Mar 4, 2026High: $34.98 / Low: $34.98
- Feb 24, 2026High: $49.99 / Low: $39.99
- Feb 16, 2026High: $59.99 / Low: $29.38
- Jan 30, 2026High: $104.05 / Low: $104.05
- Jan 12, 2026High: $65.55 / Low: $35.00
- Jan 4, 2026High: $80.90 / Low: $65.55
- Dec 27, 2025High: $49.99 / Low: $38.63
- Dec 11, 2025High: $101.12 / Low: $101.12
- Dec 4, 2025High: $80.38 / Low: $80.18
- Nov 25, 2025High: $49.99 / Low: $38.10
- Nov 17, 2025High: $64.58 / Low: $35.00
- Nov 9, 2025High: $64.58 / Low: $64.58
- Oct 23, 2025High: $49.99 / Low: $39.99
- Oct 16, 2025High: $100.53 / Low: $35.00
- Oct 8, 2025High: $81.64 / Low: $81.64
- Sep 30, 2025High: $81.32 / Low: $30.00
- Sep 23, 2025High: $49.99 / Low: $39.99
- Sep 16, 2025High: $81.02 / Low: $35.00
- Sep 9, 2025High: $81.02 / Low: $34.76
- Sep 1, 2025High: $81.04 / Low: $81.04
- Aug 21, 2025High: $112.00 / Low: $18.97
- Jul 22, 2025High: $112.00 / Low: $19.99
- Jun 30, 2025High: $80.63 / Low: $19.99
- Jun 7, 2025High: $98.90 / Low: $19.99
- May 7, 2025High: $78.95 / Low: $22.67
- Apr 13, 2025High: $90.00 / Low: $20.00
- Mar 22, 2025High: $112.00 / Low: $7.50
- Feb 26, 2025High: $90.00 / Low: $7.50
- Feb 1, 2025High: $90.00 / Low: $7.50
- Jan 6, 2025High: $43.51 / Low: $7.50
- Dec 25, 2024High: $112.00 / Low: $20.00
- Dec 16, 2024High: $60.00 / Low: $25.24
- Dec 7, 2024High: $39.95 / Low: $26.75
- Nov 12, 2024High: $60.00 / Low: $10.00
- Nov 5, 2024High: $25.91 / Low: $10.50
- Oct 29, 2024High: $50.00 / Low: $10.50
- Oct 22, 2024High: $112.00 / Low: $10.50
- Oct 15, 2024High: $60.00 / Low: $10.50
- Oct 7, 2024High: $26.23 / Low: $10.50
- Sep 30, 2024High: $130.37 / Low: $10.50
- Sep 23, 2024High: $32.00 / Low: $10.50
- Sep 9, 2024High: $32.00 / Low: $10.00
- Sep 2, 2024High: $130.37 / Low: $10.50
- Aug 26, 2024High: $55.00 / Low: $10.50
- Aug 18, 2024High: $60.00 / Low: $10.50
- Aug 8, 2024High: $175.45 / Low: $10.00
- Aug 1, 2024High: $130.37 / Low: $65.00
What is the Schneider-Kreuznach Retina-Xenar 50mm f/2.8?
Schneider-Kreuznach Retina-Xenar 50mm f/2.8 is a camera lens with 50mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8/16, for the DKL / Deckel mount, supporting the 35mm rangefinder format, weighing 107g.
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Technical Specifications
Optical
Focal Length50mm
Aperturef/2.8-16
Min Focus Distance0.9m
FocusingManual Focus
Physical
Weight107g
Length28mm
Filter Thread37mm
MountDKL / Deckel
Format35mm rangefinder
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Reviews
Alessandro Russo4.1/5
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Schneider-Kreuznach Retina-Xenar 50mm f/2.8?
Schneider-Kreuznach Retina-Xenar 50mm f/2.8 is a camera lens with 50mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8/16, for the DKL / Deckel mount, supporting the 35mm rangefinder format, weighing 107g.
What mount is the Schneider-Kreuznach Retina-Xenar 50mm f/2.8 compatible with?
Schneider-Kreuznach Retina-Xenar 50mm f/2.8 uses a DKL / Deckel mount and supports the 35mm rangefinder format.
How much does the Schneider-Kreuznach Retina-Xenar 50mm f/2.8 cost?
Based on recent eBay sold listings the Schneider-Kreuznach Retina-Xenar 50mm f/2.8 typically sells for around $7.50. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.
Is the Schneider-Kreuznach Retina-Xenar 50mm f/2.8 a good lens?
Schneider-Kreuznach Retina-Xenar 50mm f/2.8 has a community rating of 4.1/5 from 1 review(s).
Which lenses are similar to the Schneider-Kreuznach Retina-Xenar 50mm f/2.8?
Similar lenses include Voigtlander Septon 50mm f/2, Voigtlnder Color-Skopar 50mm f/2.8.
Current Pricing
Latest Price
€57.00
Review Summary
Overall Rating
4.1
Optical4.3/5
Mechanical4.3/5
Value4.5/5
Bokeh3.5/5
Usability4.0/5
Based on 4 reviewers