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    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

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

    Bell&Howell 28mm f/2.8 purchase historyTrending down 2.0%/mo

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have been easing around 2.0% per month — sellers are flexible, aim for deals below $24.00.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $24.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $29.50
    All-time low
    $1.00
    Latest sale
    $24.00

    Best deals

    13 of 26 tracked sales (50%) closed at or under the $24.00 fair value.

    • Jan 30, 2025$1.00$-23.00 / typical
    • May 24, 2025$14.00$-10.00 / typical
    • May 24, 2025$15.00$-9.00 / typical
    • Jul 14, 2024$20.00$-4.00 / typical
    • Sep 8, 2024$22.00$-2.00 / typical

    eBay Auctions

    No active auctions found.

    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

    Reviewer did not give any comments for Bell&Howell 28mm f/2.8

    Riley Thomas3.0/5

    Reviewer did not give any comments for Bell&Howell 28mm f/2.8

    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 $1.00. 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.

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    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

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