M42Pentax K
    Prime
    Full frame

    Porst Color Reflex Auto MC 55mm f/1.2

    4.3
    (2 reviews)
    Optical: 4.2
    Mechanical: 4.4
    Value: 18.0
    Focal Length
    55mm
    Aperture
    f/1.2-22
    Mount
    M42, Pentax K
    Weight
    312g
    Porst Color Reflex Auto MC 55mm f/1.2 is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.

    Optical design

    Has 8 aperture blades, with this amount of aperture blades you will be satisfied with the result. Wide open, subjects located outside the depth of field are shown very blurred.

    Physical characteristics

    45 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. Weights 312 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. With a lens filter diameter of 55 mm commonly filter size, presents numerous filter possibilities.

    Porst Color Reflex Auto MC 55mm f/1.2 purchase history

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    Purchases (43)

    • Jul 24, 2025$183.00
    • Jul 3, 2025$119.00
    • Jun 25, 2025$178.00
    • Jun 9, 2025$37.00
    • Jun 7, 2025$56.00
    • May 25, 2025$169.00
    • Apr 26, 2025$362.00
    • Mar 30, 2025$202.00
    • Mar 30, 2025$205.00
    • Mar 30, 2025$214.00
    • Jan 16, 2025$192.00
    • Jan 16, 2025$190.00
    • Jan 16, 2025$182.00
    • Jan 16, 2025$183.00
    • Dec 24, 2024$194.00
    • Dec 24, 2024$198.00
    • Dec 24, 2024$181.00
    • Dec 24, 2024$188.00
    • Dec 24, 2024$191.00
    • Aug 6, 2024$194.00
    • Aug 6, 2024$196.00
    • Aug 6, 2024$185.00
    • Aug 6, 2024$186.00
    • Aug 6, 2024$187.00
    • Aug 6, 2024$190.00
    • Aug 6, 2024$191.00
    • Jul 26, 2024$224.00
    • Jul 26, 2024$216.00
    • Jul 26, 2024$218.00
    • Jul 26, 2024$222.00
    • Jul 26, 2024$223.00
    • Jul 19, 2024$185.00
    • Jul 19, 2024$186.00
    • Jul 19, 2024$187.00
    • Jul 19, 2024$190.00
    • Jul 19, 2024$191.00
    • May 31, 2024$162.00
    • May 31, 2024$163.00
    • May 31, 2024$159.00
    • Jan 28, 2024$216.00
    • Jan 28, 2024$219.00
    • Apr 6, 2022$204.00
    • Oct 1, 2020$183.00

    Auctions (203)

    • Aug 9, 2026High: $187.00 / Low: $187.00
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    • Nov 15, 2023High: $448.44 / Low: $448.44
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    • Oct 18, 2023High: $448.44 / Low: $204.00
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    • Mar 8, 2023High: $700.00 / Low: $229.00
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    What is the Porst Color Reflex Auto MC 55mm f/1.2?

    Porst Color Reflex Auto MC 55mm f/1.2 is a camera lens with 55mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/1.2/22, for the M42, Pentax K mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 312g.

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

    eBay Auctions

    No active auctions found.

    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length55mm
    Aperturef/1.2-22
    Min Focus Distance0.5m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight312g
    Length45mm
    Filter Thread55mm
    MountM42, Pentax K
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Kaito Yoshida4.2/5

    Reviewer did not give any comments for Porst Color Reflex Auto MC 55mm f/1.2

    Kaito Yoshida4.7/5

    Reviewer did not give any comments for Porst Color Reflex Auto MC 55mm f/1.2

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Porst Color Reflex Auto MC 55mm f/1.2?

    Porst Color Reflex Auto MC 55mm f/1.2 is a camera lens with 55mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/1.2/22, for the M42, Pentax K mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 312g.

    What mount is the Porst Color Reflex Auto MC 55mm f/1.2 compatible with?

    Porst Color Reflex Auto MC 55mm f/1.2 uses a M42, Pentax K mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Porst Color Reflex Auto MC 55mm f/1.2 cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Porst Color Reflex Auto MC 55mm f/1.2 typically sells for around $37.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Porst Color Reflex Auto MC 55mm f/1.2 a good lens?

    Porst Color Reflex Auto MC 55mm f/1.2 has a community rating of 4.3/5 from 2 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Porst Color Reflex Auto MC 55mm f/1.2?

    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
    €187.00

    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    4.2
    Optical4.2/5
    Mechanical4.4/5
    Value18.0/5
    Bokeh18.0/5
    Usability4.4/5
    Based on 18 reviewers