M42
    Prime
    Full frame

    Cosinon 55mm f/1.4

    4.3
    (2 reviews)
    Optical: 3.7
    Mechanical: 4.6
    Value: 7.0
    Focal Length
    55mm
    Aperture
    f/1.4-16
    Mount
    M42
    Weight
    325g
    Cosinon 55mm f/1.4 is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.

    Optical design

    Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle. Wide open, subjects located outside the depth of field are shown very blurred.

    Physical characteristics

    Weights 325 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. With a lens filter diameter of 55 mm commonly filter size, gives you a variety of filter options. 54 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag.

    Cosinon 55mm f/1.4 purchase history

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)

    Purchases (49)

    • Aug 15, 2025$140.00
    • Jun 17, 2025$70.00
    • Jun 17, 2025$71.00
    • May 21, 2025$88.00
    • May 21, 2025$85.00
    • Apr 5, 2025$130.00
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    • Apr 5, 2025$141.00
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    • Feb 11, 2025$90.00
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    • Feb 11, 2025$87.00
    • Jan 31, 2025$47.00
    • Jan 15, 2025$24.00
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    • Jan 8, 2025$91.00
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    • Jan 8, 2025$87.00
    • Dec 9, 2024$53.00
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    • Dec 9, 2024$55.00
    • Oct 30, 2024$134.00
    • Oct 30, 2024$136.00
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    • Oct 13, 2024$71.00
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    • Sep 30, 2024$159.00
    • Aug 10, 2024$97.00
    • May 31, 2024$32.00
    • May 31, 2024$31.00
    • Mar 31, 2024$58.00
    • Jan 29, 2024$108.00
    • Jun 5, 2023$16.00

    Auctions (189)

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    What is the Cosinon 55mm f/1.4?

    Cosinon 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, weighing 325g.

    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
    Weight325g
    Length54mm
    Filter Thread55mm
    MountM42
    FormatFull frame

    Reviews

    Akari Hashimoto4.2/5

    Reviewer did not give any comments for Cosinon 55mm f/1.4

    Akari Hashimoto4.9/5

    Reviewer did not give any comments for Cosinon 55mm f/1.4

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Cosinon 55mm f/1.4?

    Cosinon 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, weighing 325g.

    What mount is the Cosinon 55mm f/1.4 compatible with?

    Cosinon 55mm f/1.4 uses a M42 mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Cosinon 55mm f/1.4 cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Cosinon 55mm f/1.4 typically sells for around $16.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Cosinon 55mm f/1.4 a good lens?

    Cosinon 55mm f/1.4 has a community rating of 4.3/5 from 2 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Cosinon 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, Kern Macro-Switar 50mm f/1.9.

    Current Pricing

    Latest Price
    €174.00

    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    4.2
    Optical3.7/5
    Mechanical4.6/5
    Value7.0/5
    Bokeh7.0/5
    Usability4.4/5
    Based on 7 reviewers