Pentacon auto 50mm f/1.8 MC
4.3
(2 reviews)Optical: 4.3
Mechanical: 3.9
Value: 33.0
Focal Length
50mm
Aperture
f/1.8-16
Mount
M42
Weight
215g
Pentacon auto 50mm f/1.8 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 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
With a lens filter diameter of 49 mm commonly filter size, provides a range of filter options. 40 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. Weights 215 grams so consider putting to your camera bag.Pentacon auto 50mm f/1.8 MC purchase history
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What is the Pentacon auto 50mm f/1.8 MC?
Pentacon auto 50mm f/1.8 MC is a camera lens with 50mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/1.8/16, for the M42 mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 215g.
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/1.8-16
Min Focus Distance0.33m
FocusingManual Focus
Physical
Weight215g
Length40mm
Filter Thread49mm
MountM42
FormatFull frame
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Reviews
Lucia Sanchez4.2/5
Reviewer did not give any comments for Pentacon auto 50mm f/1.8 MC
Lucia Sanchez4.5/5
Reviewer did not give any comments for Pentacon auto 50mm f/1.8 MC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pentacon auto 50mm f/1.8 MC?
Pentacon auto 50mm f/1.8 MC is a camera lens with 50mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/1.8/16, for the M42 mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 215g.
What mount is the Pentacon auto 50mm f/1.8 MC compatible with?
Pentacon auto 50mm f/1.8 MC uses a M42 mount and supports the Full frame format.
How much does the Pentacon auto 50mm f/1.8 MC cost?
Based on recent eBay sold listings the Pentacon auto 50mm f/1.8 MC typically sells for around $3.52. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.
Is the Pentacon auto 50mm f/1.8 MC a good lens?
Pentacon auto 50mm f/1.8 MC has a community rating of 4.3/5 from 2 review(s).
Which lenses are similar to the Pentacon auto 50mm f/1.8 MC?
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
€83.00
Review Summary
Overall Rating
4.2
Optical4.3/5
Mechanical3.9/5
Value33.0/5
Bokeh33.0/5
Usability4.2/5
Based on 34 reviewers