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    Triplet 78mm f/2.8

    3.4
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 3.3
    Mechanical: 3.5
    Value: 5.0
    Focal Length
    77mm
    Aperture
    f/2.8
    Mount
    Other mount
    Triplet 78mm f/2.8 is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.

    Optical design

    Has no aperture blades, this is among the rare lens which does not have aperture control function, works always wide open. Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value

    Triplet 78mm f/2.8 purchase historyTrending up +3.6%/mo

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices are firming up around 3.6% per month across 19 months of tracked sales — fair value today, not a guaranteed investment.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $75.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $221.00
    All-time low
    $2.00
    Latest sale
    $593.00

    Best deals

    430 of 860 tracked sales (50%) closed at or under the $75.00 fair value.

    • Aug 4, 2025$2.00$-73.00 / typical
    • Aug 16, 2025$2.00$-73.00 / typical
    • May 31, 2025$3.00$-72.00 / typical
    • Mar 21, 2025$4.00$-71.00 / typical
    • May 26, 2025$5.00$-70.00 / typical

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    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length77mm
    Aperturef/2.8
    Min Focus Distance1m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Filter Threadmm
    MountOther mount
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Mia Fischer3.4/5

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Triplet 78mm f/2.8?

    Triplet 78mm f/2.8 is a camera lens with 77mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8/2.8, for the Other mount mount, supporting the Full frame format.

    What mount is the Triplet 78mm f/2.8 compatible with?

    Triplet 78mm f/2.8 uses a Other mount mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Triplet 78mm f/2.8 cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Triplet 78mm f/2.8 typically sells for around $2.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Triplet 78mm f/2.8 a good lens?

    Triplet 78mm f/2.8 has a community rating of 3.4/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Triplet 78mm f/2.8?

    Similar lenses include Agfa Color Telinear 90mm f/3.4, Angenieux Paris 90mm f/1.8 Type P1, Astro Berlin Pan Tachar 75mm f/2.3.

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    3.4
    Optical3.3/5
    Mechanical3.5/5
    Value5.0/5
    Bokeh3.3/5
    Usability2.0/5
    Based on 2 reviewers

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