Argus Auto-Cintar 55mm f/1.7
Optical design
Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle. Wide open, subjects located outside the depth of field are shown very blurred.Physical characteristics
With a lens filter diameter of 52 mm commonly filter size, provides a range of filter options.Argus Auto-Cintar 55mm f/1.7 purchase historyTrending down 7.7%/mo
Prices have been easing around 7.7% per month — sellers are flexible, aim for deals below $36.50.
Best deals
92 of 183 tracked sales (50%) closed at or under the $36.50 fair value.
- Dec 5, 2024$1.00$-35.50 / typical
- Jul 14, 2025$9.00$-27.50 / typical
- Jan 19, 2025$10.00$-26.50 / typical
- Apr 5, 2025$10.00$-26.50 / typical
- Nov 25, 2024$11.00$-25.50 / typical
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Argus Auto-Cintar 55mm f/1.7?
Argus Auto-Cintar 55mm f/1.7 is a camera lens with 55mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/1.7/16, for the M42 mount, supporting the Full frame format.
What mount is the Argus Auto-Cintar 55mm f/1.7 compatible with?
Argus Auto-Cintar 55mm f/1.7 uses a M42 mount and supports the Full frame format.
How much does the Argus Auto-Cintar 55mm f/1.7 cost?
Based on recent eBay sold listings the Argus Auto-Cintar 55mm f/1.7 typically sells for around $1.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.
Which lenses are similar to the Argus Auto-Cintar 55mm f/1.7?
Similar lenses include Carl Zeiss Ultron 50mm f/1.8 (Icarex 35), Kern Macro-Switar 50mm f/1.9, MC Carl Zeiss Jena Pancolar 50mm f/1.8.