Prakticar Pentacon 500mm f/5.6 MC
Optical design
Not the best in low light conditions but the lack of high aperture can be compensated with higher iso Has 19 aperture blades, this lens has a beautiful bokeh.Physical characteristics
Weights 3410 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag.Prakticar Pentacon 500mm f/5.6 MC purchase historyStable
Prices have held steady across 14 months of tracked sales — pay around the $60.50 fair value and watch for outliers below it.
Best deals
65 of 128 tracked sales (51%) closed at or under the $60.50 fair value.
- Aug 24, 2025$11.00$-49.50 / typical
- Jun 30, 2025$17.00$-43.50 / typical
- Jun 21, 2025$19.00$-41.50 / typical
- Jul 7, 2025$22.00$-38.50 / typical
- Jun 6, 2025$23.00$-37.50 / typical
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Prakticar Pentacon 500mm f/5.6 MC?
Prakticar Pentacon 500mm f/5.6 MC is a camera lens with 500mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/5.6/22, for the Exakta, M42, Pentacon Six (Бай-т "Б"), Praktica B-System mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 3410g.
What mount is the Prakticar Pentacon 500mm f/5.6 MC compatible with?
Prakticar Pentacon 500mm f/5.6 MC uses a Exakta, M42, Pentacon Six (Бай-т "Б"), Praktica B-System mount and supports the Full frame format.
How much does the Prakticar Pentacon 500mm f/5.6 MC cost?
Based on recent eBay sold listings the Prakticar Pentacon 500mm f/5.6 MC typically sells for around $11.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.
Which lenses are similar to the Prakticar Pentacon 500mm f/5.6 MC?
Similar lenses include Bushnell 400mm f/6.3, Ensinor 500mm f/8 Mirror Multi-Coated, Fokinar 400mm f/6.3.