Prime

Full frame

MC Volna-9 50mm f/2.8

4.5

(1 reviews)

Optical: 4.8

Mechanical: 4.7

Value: 4.8

Focal Length

50mm

Aperture

f/2.8-16

Mount

M42, Pentax K

Weight

340g

MC Volna-9 50mm f/2.8 is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.

Optical design

Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value 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

68 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 52 mm commonly filter size, presents numerous filter possibilities. Weights 340 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary.

MC Volna-9 50mm f/2.8 purchase history

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What is the MC Volna-9 50mm f/2.8?

MC Volna-9 50mm f/2.8 is a camera lens with 50mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8/16, for the M42, Pentax K mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 340g.

Prices and availability are sourced from eBay sold listings and live auctions at request time.

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Technical Specifications

Optical

Focal Length50mm

Aperturef/2.8-16

Min Focus Distance0.24m

FocusingManual Focus

Physical

Weight340g

Length68mm

Filter Thread52mm

MountM42, Pentax K

FormatFull frame

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Reviews

Manon Durand4.5/5

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the MC Volna-9 50mm f/2.8?

MC Volna-9 50mm f/2.8 is a camera lens with 50mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8/16, for the M42, Pentax K mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 340g.

What mount is the MC Volna-9 50mm f/2.8 compatible with?

MC Volna-9 50mm f/2.8 uses a M42, Pentax K mount and supports the Full frame format.

How much does the MC Volna-9 50mm f/2.8 cost?

Based on recent eBay sold listings the MC Volna-9 50mm f/2.8 typically sells for around $39.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

Is the MC Volna-9 50mm f/2.8 a good lens?

MC Volna-9 50mm f/2.8 has a community rating of 4.5/5 from 1 review(s).

Which lenses are similar to the MC Volna-9 50mm f/2.8?

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.

Current Pricing

Latest Price

€144.00

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Review Summary

Overall Rating

4.5

Optical4.8/5

Mechanical4.7/5

Value4.8/5

Bokeh4.1/5

Usability4.1/5

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