Weistar 55mm f/1.7 Auto
0.0
(0 reviews)Focal Length
55mm
Aperture
f/1.7-16
Mount
M42
Weistar 55mm f/1.7 Auto is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.
Optical design
Wide open, subjects located outside the depth of field are shown very blurred. Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle.Weistar 55mm f/1.7 Auto purchase historyTrending down 6.4%/mo
eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend
Prices have been easing around 6.4% per month — sellers are flexible, aim for deals below $42.00.
Fair value (90-day)
$42.00
Don't exceed (P75)
$61.50
All-time low
$6.00
Latest sale
$378.00
Best deals
275 of 540 tracked sales (51%) closed at or under the $42.00 fair value.
- Jan 31, 2025$6.00$-36.00 / typical
- Dec 2, 2024$8.00$-34.00 / typical
- May 21, 2025$8.00$-34.00 / typical
- Dec 2, 2024$9.00$-33.00 / typical
- Apr 15, 2025$9.00$-33.00 / typical
eBay Auctions
No active auctions found.
Technical Specifications
Optical
Focal Length55mm
Aperturef/1.7-16
Min Focus Distance0.5m
FocusingManual Focus
Physical
Filter Threadmm
MountM42
FormatFull frame
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Weistar 55mm f/1.7 Auto?
Weistar 55mm f/1.7 Auto is a camera lens with 55mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/1.7/16, for the M42 mount, supporting the Full frame format.
What mount is the Weistar 55mm f/1.7 Auto compatible with?
Weistar 55mm f/1.7 Auto uses a M42 mount and supports the Full frame format.
How much does the Weistar 55mm f/1.7 Auto cost?
Based on recent eBay sold listings the Weistar 55mm f/1.7 Auto typically sells for around $6.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.
Which lenses are similar to the Weistar 55mm f/1.7 Auto?
Similar lenses include Carl Zeiss Ultron 50mm f/1.8 (Icarex 35), Isco-Gottingen Edixa ISCO-MAT 50mm f/1.9, MC Carl Zeiss Jena Pancolar 50mm f/1.8.