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    M42Pentax K
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    Cosina Cosinon-S 50mm f/1.4 MC

    4.5
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 4.7
    Mechanical: 4.3
    Value: 3.0
    Focal Length
    50mm
    Aperture
    f/1.4-22
    Mount
    M42, Pentax K
    Weight
    234g
    Cosina Cosinon-S 50mm f/1.4 MC 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 8 aperture blades, with this amount of aperture blades you will be satisfied with the result.

    Physical characteristics

    45 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 49 mm commonly filter size, presents numerous filter possibilities. Weights 234 grams so consider putting to your camera bag.

    Cosina Cosinon-S 50mm f/1.4 MC purchase historyTrending up +7.1%/mo

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices are firming up around 7.1% per month across 9 months of tracked sales — fair value today, not a guaranteed investment.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $83.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $88.50
    All-time low
    $21.00
    Latest sale
    $31.00

    Best deals

    37 of 73 tracked sales (51%) closed at or under the $83.00 fair value.

    • Mar 2, 2025$21.00$-62.00 / typical
    • Mar 29, 2025$21.00$-62.00 / typical
    • Mar 2, 2025$22.00$-61.00 / typical
    • Mar 29, 2025$22.00$-61.00 / typical
    • Apr 9, 2025$22.00$-61.00 / typical

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    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length50mm
    Aperturef/1.4-22
    Min Focus Distance0.5m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight234g
    Length45mm
    Filter Thread49mm
    MountM42, Pentax K
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Manon Durand4.5/5

    Reviewer did not give any comments for Cosina Cosinon-S 50mm f/1.4 MC

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Cosina Cosinon-S 50mm f/1.4 MC?

    Cosina Cosinon-S 50mm f/1.4 MC is a camera lens with 50mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/1.4/22, for the M42, Pentax K mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 234g.

    What mount is the Cosina Cosinon-S 50mm f/1.4 MC compatible with?

    Cosina Cosinon-S 50mm f/1.4 MC uses a M42, Pentax K mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Cosina Cosinon-S 50mm f/1.4 MC cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Cosina Cosinon-S 50mm f/1.4 MC typically sells for around $21.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Cosina Cosinon-S 50mm f/1.4 MC a good lens?

    Cosina Cosinon-S 50mm f/1.4 MC has a community rating of 4.5/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Cosina Cosinon-S 50mm f/1.4 MC?

    Similar lenses include Carl Zeiss Makro-Planar T 50mm f/2 Z, Carl Zeiss Ultron 50mm f/1.8 (Icarex 35), Isco-Gottingen Edixa ISCO-MAT 50mm f/1.9.

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    4.5
    Optical4.7/5
    Mechanical4.3/5
    Value3.0/5
    Bokeh3.0/5
    Usability4.3/5
    Based on 3 reviewers

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