Other mount
    Prime
    16mm

    Vega-9 50mm f/2.1

    4.4
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 5.0
    Mechanical: 4.0
    Value: 5.0
    Focal Length
    50mm
    Aperture
    f/2.2-22
    Mount
    Other mount
    Weight
    195g
    Vega-9 50mm f/2.1 is a manual focus prime lens for 16mm cameras.

    Optical design

    Has 10 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. Weights 195 grams so convinient to carry.

    Vega-9 50mm f/2.1 purchase historyTrending up +6.6%/mo

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices are firming up around 6.6% per month across 21 months of tracked sales — fair value today, not a guaranteed investment.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $61.50
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $73.75
    All-time low
    $29.00
    Latest sale
    $200.00

    Best deals

    16 of 32 tracked sales (50%) closed at or under the $61.50 fair value.

    • Jan 1, 2025$29.00$-32.50 / typical
    • Jan 1, 2025$31.00$-30.50 / typical
    • Jan 1, 2025$32.00$-29.50 / typical
    • Mar 3, 2025$41.00$-20.50 / typical
    • May 19, 2025$42.00$-19.50 / typical

    eBay Auctions

    No active auctions found.

    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length50mm
    Aperturef/2.2-22
    Min Focus Distance0.9m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight195g
    Filter Thread40.5mm
    MountOther mount
    Format16mm

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    Reviews

    Hiro Nakamura4.4/5

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Vega-9 50mm f/2.1?

    Vega-9 50mm f/2.1 is a camera lens with 50mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.2/22, for the Other mount mount, supporting the 16mm format, weighing 195g.

    What mount is the Vega-9 50mm f/2.1 compatible with?

    Vega-9 50mm f/2.1 uses a Other mount mount and supports the 16mm format.

    How much does the Vega-9 50mm f/2.1 cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Vega-9 50mm f/2.1 typically sells for around $29.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Vega-9 50mm f/2.1 a good lens?

    Vega-9 50mm f/2.1 has a community rating of 4.4/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Vega-9 50mm f/2.1?

    Similar lenses include 7Artisans 50mm f/0.95, 7Artisans 60mm f/2.8 Macro, Bausch & Lomb Opt Co 48mm f/4.5 Macro Tessar Rochester NY JE287.

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    Overall Rating
    4.4
    Optical5.0/5
    Mechanical4.0/5
    Value5.0/5
    Bokeh4.0/5
    Usability4.0/5
    Based on 1 reviewer

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