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    Steinheil Munchen EDIXA-Auto-Cassaron 50mm f/2.8

    4.2
    (2 reviews)
    Optical: 4.2
    Mechanical: 4.0
    Value: 5.0
    Focal Length
    50mm
    Aperture
    f/2.8-22
    Mount
    M42
    Weight
    140g
    Steinheil Munchen EDIXA-Auto-Cassaron 50mm f/2.8 is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.

    Optical design

    Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value Has 5 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, presents numerous filter possibilities. Weights 140 grams so convinient to carry. 42 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag.

    Steinheil Munchen EDIXA-Auto-Cassaron 50mm f/2.8 purchase historyTrending up +3.1%/mo

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices are firming up around 3.1% per month across 9 months of tracked sales — fair value today, not a guaranteed investment.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $226.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $250.00
    All-time low
    $20.00
    Latest sale
    $269.00

    Best deals

    38 of 75 tracked sales (51%) closed at or under the $226.00 fair value.

    • Feb 7, 2025$20.00$-206.00 / typical
    • Dec 29, 2024$21.00$-205.00 / typical
    • Dec 29, 2024$22.00$-204.00 / typical
    • Feb 16, 2025$32.00$-194.00 / typical
    • Feb 16, 2025$34.00$-192.00 / typical

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    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length50mm
    Aperturef/2.8-22
    Min Focus Distance0.8m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight140g
    Length42mm
    Filter Thread49mm
    MountM42
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Anna Neumann4.1/5

    Reviewer did not give any comments for Steinheil Munchen EDIXA-Auto-Cassaron 50mm f/2.8

    Anna Neumann5.0/5

    Reviewer did not give any comments for Steinheil Munchen EDIXA-Auto-Cassaron 50mm f/2.8

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Steinheil Munchen EDIXA-Auto-Cassaron 50mm f/2.8?

    Steinheil Munchen EDIXA-Auto-Cassaron 50mm f/2.8 is a camera lens with 50mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8/22, for the M42 mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 140g.

    What mount is the Steinheil Munchen EDIXA-Auto-Cassaron 50mm f/2.8 compatible with?

    Steinheil Munchen EDIXA-Auto-Cassaron 50mm f/2.8 uses a M42 mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Steinheil Munchen EDIXA-Auto-Cassaron 50mm f/2.8 cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Steinheil Munchen EDIXA-Auto-Cassaron 50mm f/2.8 typically sells for around $20.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Steinheil Munchen EDIXA-Auto-Cassaron 50mm f/2.8 a good lens?

    Steinheil Munchen EDIXA-Auto-Cassaron 50mm f/2.8 has a community rating of 4.2/5 from 2 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Steinheil Munchen EDIXA-Auto-Cassaron 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.

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    4.1
    Optical4.2/5
    Mechanical4.0/5
    Value5.0/5
    Bokeh5.0/5
    Usability4.0/5
    Based on 5 reviewers

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