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    Montgomery Ward 28mm f/2.8 67-579

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    Focal Length
    28mm
    Aperture
    f/2.8-22
    Mount
    C/Y (contax/yashica), Canon FD, Contax/Yashica, FDn, Konica AR, M42, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Olympus OM, Pentax K
    Weight
    317g
    Montgomery Ward 28mm f/2.8 67-579 is a manual focus wide angle 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

    55 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. Weights 317 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. With a lens filter diameter of 55 mm commonly filter size, provides a range of filter options.

    Montgomery Ward 28mm f/2.8 67-579 purchase historyTrending down 10.2%/mo

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have been easing around 10.2% per month — sellers are flexible, aim for deals below $14.50.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $14.50
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $24.75
    All-time low
    $7.00
    Latest sale
    $19.00

    Best deals

    26 of 49 tracked sales (53%) closed at or under the $14.50 fair value.

    • Jun 6, 2025$7.00$-7.50 / typical
    • Jan 25, 2025$10.00$-4.50 / typical
    • Apr 7, 2025$10.00$-4.50 / typical
    • Jun 25, 2025$10.00$-4.50 / typical
    • Apr 7, 2025$11.00$-3.50 / typical

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    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length28mm
    Aperturef/2.8-22
    Min Focus Distance0.3m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight317g
    Length55mm
    Filter Thread55mm
    MountC/Y (contax/yashica), Canon FD, Contax/Yashica, FDn, Konica AR, M42, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Olympus OM, Pentax K
    FormatFull frame

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Montgomery Ward 28mm f/2.8 67-579?

    Montgomery Ward 28mm f/2.8 67-579 is a camera lens with 28mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8/22, for the C/Y (contax/yashica), Canon FD, Contax/Yashica, FDn, Konica AR, M42, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Olympus OM, Pentax K mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 317g.

    What mount is the Montgomery Ward 28mm f/2.8 67-579 compatible with?

    Montgomery Ward 28mm f/2.8 67-579 uses a C/Y (contax/yashica), Canon FD, Contax/Yashica, FDn, Konica AR, M42, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Olympus OM, Pentax K mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Montgomery Ward 28mm f/2.8 67-579 cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Montgomery Ward 28mm f/2.8 67-579 typically sells for around $7.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Which lenses are similar to the Montgomery Ward 28mm f/2.8 67-579?

    Similar lenses include Carl Zeiss Distagon T 25mm f/2.8 C/Y, Carl Zeiss Distagon T 28mm f/2.8 C/Y, Minolta MD 24mm f/2.8.

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