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    M42Pentax K
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    Full frame

    Zenit 50mm f/2 MC

    3.7
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 4.2
    Mechanical: 2.8
    Value: 25.0
    Focal Length
    50mm
    Aperture
    f/2-16
    Mount
    M42, Pentax K
    Weight
    190g
    Zenit 50mm f/2 MC is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.

    Optical design

    Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle. Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value

    Physical characteristics

    With a lens filter diameter of 46 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. 45 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. Weights 190 grams so convinient to carry.

    Zenit 50mm f/2 MC purchase historyTrending up +2.9%/mo

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices are firming up around 2.9% per month across 31 months of tracked sales — fair value today, not a guaranteed investment.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $81.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $102.50
    All-time low
    $27.00
    Latest sale
    $81.00

    Best deals

    27 of 54 tracked sales (50%) closed at or under the $81.00 fair value.

    • Jun 17, 2025$27.00$-54.00 / typical
    • Mar 4, 2023$30.00$-51.00 / typical
    • Jan 7, 2023$39.00$-42.00 / typical
    • May 16, 2025$51.00$-30.00 / typical
    • Feb 21, 2025$62.00$-19.00 / typical

    eBay Auctions

    No active auctions found.

    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length50mm
    Aperturef/2-16
    Min Focus Distance0.35m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight190g
    Length45mm
    Filter Thread46mm
    MountM42, Pentax K
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Alessandro Greco3.7/5

    Reviewer did not give any comments for Zenit 50mm f/2 MC

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Zenit 50mm f/2 MC?

    Zenit 50mm f/2 MC is a camera lens with 50mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2/16, for the M42, Pentax K mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 190g.

    What mount is the Zenit 50mm f/2 MC compatible with?

    Zenit 50mm f/2 MC uses a M42, Pentax K mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Zenit 50mm f/2 MC cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Zenit 50mm f/2 MC typically sells for around $27.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Zenit 50mm f/2 MC a good lens?

    Zenit 50mm f/2 MC has a community rating of 3.7/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Zenit 50mm f/2 MC?

    Similar lenses include Carl Zeiss Makro-Planar T 50mm f/2 Z, 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
    3.7
    Optical4.2/5
    Mechanical2.8/5
    Value25.0/5
    Bokeh27.0/5
    Usability3.4/5
    Based on 25 reviewers

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