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    M42
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    Mamiya/Sekor SX 85mm f/2.8

    4.1
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 4.1
    Mechanical: 4.3
    Value: 8.0
    Focal Length
    85mm
    Aperture
    f/2.8-16
    Mount
    M42
    Weight
    245g
    Mamiya/Sekor SX 85mm f/2.8 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. Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value

    Physical characteristics

    Weights 245 grams so consider putting to your camera bag. 65 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 52 mm commonly filter size, gives you a variety of filter options.

    Mamiya/Sekor SX 85mm f/2.8 purchase historyTrending down 3.7%/mo

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have been easing around 3.7% per month — sellers are flexible, aim for deals below $229.00.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $229.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $297.00
    All-time low
    $13.00
    Latest sale
    $109.00

    Best deals

    690 of 1377 tracked sales (50%) closed at or under the $229.00 fair value.

    • Aug 17, 2025$13.00$-216.00 / typical
    • May 6, 2025$19.00$-210.00 / typical
    • May 6, 2025$20.00$-209.00 / typical
    • Aug 5, 2025$22.00$-207.00 / typical
    • Feb 13, 2025$23.00$-206.00 / typical

    eBay Auctions

    No active auctions found.

    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length85mm
    Aperturef/2.8-16
    Min Focus Distance0.85m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight245g
    Length65mm
    Filter Thread52mm
    MountM42
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Quinn Anderson4.1/5

    Reviewer did not give any comments for Mamiya/Sekor SX 85mm f/2.8

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Mamiya/Sekor SX 85mm f/2.8?

    Mamiya/Sekor SX 85mm f/2.8 is a camera lens with 85mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8/16, for the M42 mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 245g.

    What mount is the Mamiya/Sekor SX 85mm f/2.8 compatible with?

    Mamiya/Sekor SX 85mm f/2.8 uses a M42 mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Mamiya/Sekor SX 85mm f/2.8 cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Mamiya/Sekor SX 85mm f/2.8 typically sells for around $13.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Mamiya/Sekor SX 85mm f/2.8 a good lens?

    Mamiya/Sekor SX 85mm f/2.8 has a community rating of 4.1/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Mamiya/Sekor SX 85mm f/2.8?

    Similar lenses include Aicoset-P 85mm f/1.8, Carl Zeiss Dynarex 90mm f/3.4 (Icarex 35), Carl Zeiss Jena Pancolar 75mm f/1.4.

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    4.1
    Optical4.1/5
    Mechanical4.3/5
    Value8.0/5
    Bokeh8.0/5
    Usability3.9/5
    Based on 8 reviewers

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