Chinon Auto 55mm f/1.4
4.0
(2 reviews)Optical: 3.2
Mechanical: 4.2
Value: 10.0
Focal Length
55mm
Aperture
f/1.4-16
Mount
M42
Weight
g
Chinon Auto 55mm f/1.4 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
With a lens filter diameter of 55 mm commonly filter size, presents numerous filter possibilities. 57 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag.Chinon Auto 55mm f/1.4 purchase history
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Purchases (72)
- Aug 7, 2025$180.00
- Jul 4, 2025$168.00
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- Mar 8, 2021$179.00
- Oct 1, 2020$91.00
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What is the Chinon Auto 55mm f/1.4?
Chinon Auto 55mm f/1.4 is a camera lens with 55mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/1.4/16, 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/1.4-16
Min Focus Distance0.5m
FocusingManual Focus
Physical
Weightg
Length57mm
Filter Thread55mm
MountM42
FormatFull frame
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Reviews
Tom Vincent3.7/5
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Tom Vincent4.6/5
Reviewer did not give any comments for Chinon Auto 55mm f/1.4
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Chinon Auto 55mm f/1.4?
Chinon Auto 55mm f/1.4 is a camera lens with 55mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/1.4/16, for the M42 mount, supporting the Full frame format.
What mount is the Chinon Auto 55mm f/1.4 compatible with?
Chinon Auto 55mm f/1.4 uses a M42 mount and supports the Full frame format.
How much does the Chinon Auto 55mm f/1.4 cost?
Based on recent eBay sold listings the Chinon Auto 55mm f/1.4 typically sells for around $38.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.
Is the Chinon Auto 55mm f/1.4 a good lens?
Chinon Auto 55mm f/1.4 has a community rating of 4.0/5 from 2 review(s).
Which lenses are similar to the Chinon Auto 55mm f/1.4?
Similar lenses include Carl Zeiss Ultron 50mm f/1.8 (Icarex 35), Isco-Gottingen Edixa ISCO-MAT 50mm f/1.9, MC Carl Zeiss Jena Pancolar 50mm f/1.8.
Current Pricing
Latest Price
€382.00
Review Summary
Overall Rating
3.7
Optical3.2/5
Mechanical4.2/5
Value10.0/5
Bokeh12.0/5
Usability3.7/5
Based on 10 reviewers