Bell&Howell 28mm f/2.8

    3.2
    (2 reviews)
    Optical: 3.0
    Mechanical: 3.0
    Value: 3.0
    Focal Length
    28mm
    Aperture
    f/2.8-22
    Mount
    Canon FD, FDn, M42, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Olympus OM, Pentax K
    Weight
    181g
    Bell&Howell 28mm f/2.8 is a manual focus wide angle lens for full frame cameras.

    Optical design

    Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle.

    Physical characteristics

    33 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 49 mm commonly filter size, provides a range of filter options. Weights 181 grams so convinient to carry.

    Bell&Howell 28mm f/2.8 purchase history

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    Purchases (26)

    • Jul 3, 2025$24.00
    • Jul 3, 2025$23.00
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    • Aug 8, 2024$44.00
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    • Aug 8, 2024$47.00
    • Jul 14, 2024$20.00

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    What is the Bell&Howell 28mm f/2.8?

    Bell&Howell 28mm f/2.8 is a camera lens with 28mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8/22, for the Canon FD, FDn, M42, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Olympus OM, Pentax K mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 181g.

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

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    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length28mm
    Aperturef/2.8-22
    Min Focus Distance0.3m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight181g
    Length33mm
    Filter Thread49mm
    MountCanon FD, FDn, M42, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Olympus OM, Pentax K
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Riley Thomas3.3/5

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    Riley Thomas3.0/5

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Bell&Howell 28mm f/2.8?

    Bell&Howell 28mm f/2.8 is a camera lens with 28mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8/22, for the Canon FD, FDn, M42, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Olympus OM, Pentax K mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 181g.

    What mount is the Bell&Howell 28mm f/2.8 compatible with?

    Bell&Howell 28mm f/2.8 uses a Canon FD, FDn, M42, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Olympus OM, Pentax K mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Bell&Howell 28mm f/2.8 cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Bell&Howell 28mm f/2.8 typically sells for around $0.68. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Bell&Howell 28mm f/2.8 a good lens?

    Bell&Howell 28mm f/2.8 has a community rating of 3.2/5 from 2 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Bell&Howell 28mm f/2.8?

    Similar lenses include Minolta MD 24mm f/2.8, Minolta MD 35mm f/2.8, Minolta MD W.Rokkor 28mm f/2.8.

    Current Pricing

    Latest Price
    €32.00

    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    3.3
    Optical3.0/5
    Mechanical3.0/5
    Value3.0/5
    Bokeh3.0/5
    Usability3.0/5
    Based on 3 reviewers