Vintage Lenses
    M42Pentax K
    Prime
    Full frame

    Sears 55mm f/2.8 Auto Macro

    4.0
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 4.0
    Mechanical: 4.0
    Value: 1.0
    Focal Length
    55mm
    Aperture
    f/2.8-16
    Mount
    M42, Pentax K
    Sears 55mm f/2.8 Auto Macro 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. Thanks to the macro capabilities this lens can make tiny things look big.

    Physical characteristics

    With a lens filter diameter of 62 mm you are one step from the next standard filter size, buy step-up ring and bigger filter you may want to use a step-up ring and 67 or 77mm filter.

    Sears 55mm f/2.8 Auto Macro purchase historyTrending down 9.7%/mo

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have been easing around 9.7% per month — sellers are flexible, aim for deals below $19.00.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $19.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $30.50
    All-time low
    $4.00
    Latest sale
    $28.00

    Best deals

    51 of 98 tracked sales (52%) closed at or under the $19.00 fair value.

    • Jul 22, 2025$4.00$-15.00 / typical
    • May 6, 2025$5.00$-14.00 / typical
    • Jun 21, 2025$5.00$-14.00 / typical
    • Aug 3, 2025$7.00$-12.00 / typical
    • Dec 1, 2024$8.00$-11.00 / typical

    eBay Auctions

    No active auctions found.

    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length55mm
    Aperturef/2.8-16
    Min Focus Distance0.25m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Filter Thread62mm
    MountM42, Pentax K
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Alessia Barbieri4.0/5

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Sears 55mm f/2.8 Auto Macro?

    Sears 55mm f/2.8 Auto Macro is a camera lens with 55mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8/16, for the M42, Pentax K mount, supporting the Full frame format.

    What mount is the Sears 55mm f/2.8 Auto Macro compatible with?

    Sears 55mm f/2.8 Auto Macro uses a M42, Pentax K mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Sears 55mm f/2.8 Auto Macro cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Sears 55mm f/2.8 Auto Macro typically sells for around $4.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Sears 55mm f/2.8 Auto Macro a good lens?

    Sears 55mm f/2.8 Auto Macro has a community rating of 4.0/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Sears 55mm f/2.8 Auto Macro?

    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.

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    4.0
    Optical4.0/5
    Mechanical4.0/5
    Value1.0/5
    Bokeh1.0/5
    Usability5.0/5
    Based on 1 reviewer

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