Zenit-ME1 50mm f/1.7 MC
Optical design
Has 2 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle. Wide open, subjects located outside the depth of field are shown very blurred.Physical characteristics
With a lens filter diameter of 52 mm commonly filter size, presents numerous filter possibilities. 52 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. Weights 260 grams so consider putting to your camera bag.Zenit-ME1 50mm f/1.7 MC purchase historyTrending down 5.6%/mo
Prices have been easing around 5.6% per month — sellers are flexible, aim for deals below $37.00.
Best deals
776 of 1530 tracked sales (51%) closed at or under the $37.00 fair value.
- Jul 13, 2025$3.00$-34.00 / typical
- Oct 14, 2024$5.00$-32.00 / typical
- Nov 24, 2024$5.00$-32.00 / typical
- Mar 6, 2025$5.00$-32.00 / typical
- Nov 24, 2024$6.00$-31.00 / typical
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SMC Pentax-A 50 mm 1:1.7 lens Purchased used. I'd guess the lens dates to the mid 1980's I bought it to use on a digital SLR (K7) in place of an identical "M" lens that I've owned for 20+ years. With the "A" lens there are features that are activated in the various modes like P, Green, TAV, AV that retain the lens settings in the photo's properties listing. Focus is smooth and precise. Close up focus is about 1.5 feet. Good for low light (no Flash) with 1.7 lens opening. I still have a Pentax K1000 film camera that I can use the lens on, as well.
Good lens for a K1000 This is a great prime lens for a Pentax K1000. It provides nice sharp focus and captures a good deal of light at f1.7.
A Quality Purchase For A Budget Price Whether your a Pentax user or not (Manual Settings only either way) it's a quality lens. With a very smooth ring. Beautiful for video and creamy bokeh for photography. It has some weight to it due to the industrial build, but it's a very pocketable piece of kit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Zenit-ME1 50mm f/1.7 MC?
Zenit-ME1 50mm f/1.7 MC is a camera lens with 50mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/1.7/16, for the M42 mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 260g.
What mount is the Zenit-ME1 50mm f/1.7 MC compatible with?
Zenit-ME1 50mm f/1.7 MC uses a M42 mount and supports the Full frame format.
How much does the Zenit-ME1 50mm f/1.7 MC cost?
Based on recent eBay sold listings the Zenit-ME1 50mm f/1.7 MC typically sells for around $3.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.
Is the Zenit-ME1 50mm f/1.7 MC a good lens?
Zenit-ME1 50mm f/1.7 MC has a community rating of 4.2/5 from 15 review(s).
Which lenses are similar to the Zenit-ME1 50mm f/1.7 MC?
Similar lenses include Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar T 50mm f/3.5, Chinon 55mm f/1.7 MCM Auto, Cosinon 55mm f/1.4.