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    M42
    Prime
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    Tomioka Macro Yashinon 60mm f/2.8

    4.3
    (2 reviews)
    Optical: 4.3
    Mechanical: 4.3
    Value: 4.0
    Focal Length
    60mm
    Aperture
    f/2.8-22
    Mount
    M42
    Weight
    393g
    Tomioka Macro Yashinon 60mm f/2.8 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

    66 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 58 mm commonly filter size, provides a range of filter options. Weights 393 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary.

    Tomioka Macro Yashinon 60mm f/2.8 purchase historyStable

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have held steady across 51 months of tracked sales — pay around the $117.50 fair value and watch for outliers below it.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $117.50
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $167.25
    All-time low
    $70.00
    Latest sale
    $176.00

    Best deals

    64 of 127 tracked sales (50%) closed at or under the $117.50 fair value.

    • Jun 23, 2025$70.00$-47.50 / typical
    • Apr 26, 2025$75.00$-42.50 / typical
    • Jul 3, 2025$75.00$-42.50 / typical
    • Apr 10, 2025$84.00$-33.50 / typical
    • Apr 10, 2025$87.00$-30.50 / typical

    eBay Auctions

    No active auctions found.

    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length60mm
    Aperturef/2.8-22
    Min Focus Distance0.24m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight393g
    Length66.5mm
    Filter Thread58mm
    MountM42
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Sarah Moreau4.0/5

    Reviewer did not give any comments for Tomioka Macro Yashinon 60mm f/2.8

    Sarah Moreau4.8/5

    Reviewer did not give any comments for Tomioka Macro Yashinon 60mm f/2.8

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Tomioka Macro Yashinon 60mm f/2.8?

    Tomioka Macro Yashinon 60mm f/2.8 is a camera lens with 60mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8/22, for the M42 mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 393g.

    What mount is the Tomioka Macro Yashinon 60mm f/2.8 compatible with?

    Tomioka Macro Yashinon 60mm f/2.8 uses a M42 mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Tomioka Macro Yashinon 60mm f/2.8 cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Tomioka Macro Yashinon 60mm f/2.8 typically sells for around $70.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Tomioka Macro Yashinon 60mm f/2.8 a good lens?

    Tomioka Macro Yashinon 60mm f/2.8 has a community rating of 4.3/5 from 2 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Tomioka Macro Yashinon 60mm f/2.8?

    Similar lenses include Carl Zeiss Jena Pancolar 75mm f/1.4, 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
    Optical4.3/5
    Mechanical4.3/5
    Value4.0/5
    Bokeh4.0/5
    Usability4.3/5
    Based on 4 reviewers

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