Vintage Lenses
    M42
    Prime
    Full frame

    Steinheil Mnchen Cassar S 50mm f/2.8

    4.2
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 4.0
    Mechanical: 5.0
    Value: 4.0
    Focal Length
    50mm
    Aperture
    f/2.8-16
    Mount
    M42
    Weight
    120g
    Steinheil Mnchen Cassar S 50mm f/2.8 is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.

    Optical design

    Has 12 aperture blades, this lens has a beautiful bokeh. Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value

    Physical characteristics

    With a lens filter diameter of 40.5 mm you are one step from the next standard filter size, buy step-up ring and bigger filter but you can chose from plenty options. 27 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. Weights 120 grams so convinient to carry.

    Steinheil Mnchen Cassar S 50mm f/2.8 purchase history

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)

    Purchases (21)

    • Jul 16, 2025$46.00
    • Jun 16, 2025$40.00
    • May 24, 2025$225.00
    • May 24, 2025$235.00
    • May 24, 2025$230.00
    • Apr 22, 2025$82.00
    • Apr 22, 2025$84.00
    • Apr 22, 2025$85.00
    • Feb 16, 2025$32.00
    • Feb 16, 2025$34.00
    • Feb 16, 2025$31.00
    • Feb 13, 2025$40.00
    • Feb 13, 2025$37.00
    • Feb 13, 2025$38.00
    • Jan 26, 2025$225.00
    • Jan 26, 2025$238.00
    • Dec 20, 2024$371.00
    • Dec 20, 2024$350.00
    • Dec 1, 2024$33.00
    • Nov 8, 2024$54.00
    • Nov 8, 2024$55.00

    Auctions (13)

    • Aug 11, 2025High: $49.75 / Low: $49.75
    • Jul 13, 2025High: $239.00 / Low: $42.10
    • Jun 20, 2025High: $239.00 / Low: $41.48
    • May 29, 2025High: $239.00 / Low: $86.96
    • May 6, 2025High: $86.96 / Low: $32.07
    • Apr 11, 2025High: $224.99 / Low: $32.07
    • Mar 18, 2025High: $350.02 / Low: $32.07
    • Feb 24, 2025High: $350.02 / Low: $31.00
    • Jan 30, 2025High: $49.80 / Low: $49.80
    • Jan 7, 2025High: $50.07 / Low: $50.07
    • Dec 28, 2024High: $50.30 / Low: $50.30
    • Dec 19, 2024High: $50.83 / Low: $50.83
    • Dec 1, 2024High: $50.93 / Low: $50.93

    What is the Steinheil Mnchen Cassar S 50mm f/2.8?

    Steinheil Mnchen Cassar S 50mm f/2.8 is a camera lens with 50mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8/16, for the M42 mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 120g.

    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/2.8-16
    Min Focus Distance0.9m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight120g
    Length27mm
    Filter Thread40.5mm
    MountM42
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Arthur Lefebvre4.2/5

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Steinheil Mnchen Cassar S 50mm f/2.8?

    Steinheil Mnchen Cassar S 50mm f/2.8 is a camera lens with 50mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8/16, for the M42 mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 120g.

    What mount is the Steinheil Mnchen Cassar S 50mm f/2.8 compatible with?

    Steinheil Mnchen Cassar S 50mm f/2.8 uses a M42 mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Steinheil Mnchen Cassar S 50mm f/2.8 cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Steinheil Mnchen Cassar S 50mm f/2.8 typically sells for around $31.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Steinheil Mnchen Cassar S 50mm f/2.8 a good lens?

    Steinheil Mnchen Cassar S 50mm f/2.8 has a community rating of 4.2/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Steinheil Mnchen Cassar S 50mm f/2.8?

    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
    €49.00
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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    4.2
    Optical4.0/5
    Mechanical5.0/5
    Value4.0/5
    Bokeh4.0/5
    Usability4.0/5
    Based on 1 reviewer