Chinon 55mm f/1.7 MCM Auto
4.8
(1 reviews)Optical: 5.0
Mechanical: 5.0
Value: 4.0
Focal Length
55mm
Aperture
f/1.7-16
Mount
M42
Weight
g
Chinon 55mm f/1.7 MCM Auto is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.
Optical design
Wide open, subjects located outside the depth of field are shown very blurred. 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
43 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 52 mm commonly filter size, offers a wide range of filter options.Chinon 55mm f/1.7 MCM Auto purchase history
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Purchases (182)
- Aug 11, 2025$28.00
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What is the Chinon 55mm f/1.7 MCM Auto?
Chinon 55mm f/1.7 MCM Auto 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.
Prices and availability are sourced from eBay sold listings and live auctions at request time.
eBay Auctions
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Technical Specifications
Optical
Focal Length55mm
Aperturef/1.7-16
Min Focus Distance0.28m
FocusingManual Focus
Physical
Weightg
Length43mm
Filter Thread52mm
MountM42
FormatFull frame
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Reviews
Alex Taylor4.8/5
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Chinon 55mm f/1.7 MCM Auto?
Chinon 55mm f/1.7 MCM Auto 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 Chinon 55mm f/1.7 MCM Auto compatible with?
Chinon 55mm f/1.7 MCM Auto uses a M42 mount and supports the Full frame format.
How much does the Chinon 55mm f/1.7 MCM Auto cost?
Based on recent eBay sold listings the Chinon 55mm f/1.7 MCM Auto typically sells for around $4.99. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.
Is the Chinon 55mm f/1.7 MCM Auto a good lens?
Chinon 55mm f/1.7 MCM Auto has a community rating of 4.8/5 from 1 review(s).
Which lenses are similar to the Chinon 55mm f/1.7 MCM Auto?
Similar lenses include Carl Zeiss Ultron 50mm f/1.8 (Icarex 35), Isco-Gottingen Edixa ISCO-MAT 50mm f/1.9, Kern Macro-Switar 50mm f/1.9.
Current Pricing
Latest Price
€169.00
Review Summary
Overall Rating
4.8
Optical5.0/5
Mechanical5.0/5
Value4.0/5
Bokeh5.0/5
Usability5.0/5
Based on 1 reviewer