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    M42
    Prime
    Full frame

    Zenit-M2s 50mm f/2 MC

    3.9
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 4.4
    Mechanical: 2.9
    Value: 33.0
    Focal Length
    50mm
    Aperture
    f/2-16
    Mount
    M42
    Weight
    190g
    Zenit-M2s 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-M2s 50mm f/2 MC purchase historyTrending up +5.7%/mo

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices are firming up around 5.7% per month across 14 months of tracked sales — fair value today, not a guaranteed investment.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $92.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $495.50
    All-time low
    $1.00
    Latest sale
    $121.00

    Best deals

    832 of 1659 tracked sales (50%) closed at or under the $92.00 fair value.

    • May 1, 2025$1.00$-91.00 / typical
    • Jan 15, 2025$4.00$-88.00 / typical
    • Jan 17, 2025$6.00$-86.00 / typical
    • Dec 19, 2024$8.00$-84.00 / typical
    • Oct 21, 2024$9.00$-83.00 / 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
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Manon Fournier3.9/5

    Reviewer did not give any comments for Zenit-M2s 50mm f/2 MC

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Zenit-M2s 50mm f/2 MC?

    Zenit-M2s 50mm f/2 MC is a camera lens with 50mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2/16, for the M42 mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 190g.

    What mount is the Zenit-M2s 50mm f/2 MC compatible with?

    Zenit-M2s 50mm f/2 MC uses a M42 mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Zenit-M2s 50mm f/2 MC cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Zenit-M2s 50mm f/2 MC typically sells for around $1.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Zenit-M2s 50mm f/2 MC a good lens?

    Zenit-M2s 50mm f/2 MC has a community rating of 3.9/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Zenit-M2s 50mm f/2 MC?

    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
    3.9
    Optical4.4/5
    Mechanical2.9/5
    Value33.0/5
    Bokeh33.0/5
    Usability3.5/5
    Based on 32 reviewers

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