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Industar 50-2 50mm f/3.5
KMZ · 1968-1990
The Soviet pancake lens. At just 23mm long and 95g, this is the smallest M42 lens. The Tessar formula delivers sharp images despite the compact design. Perfect for travel and street photography.
Known for
- Street photography
- Travel
- Compact setup
- General photography
Considerations
- f/3.5 very slow
- 33mm filter rare
- 5 aperture blades
Optical Characteristics
Sharpness (wide)4/5
Sharpness (stopped)5/5
Contrast4/5
Flare Resistance3/5
CA Control4/5
Vignetting Control4/5
Distortion Control5/5
Bokeh: Smooth for simple design
Rendering: Clinical Tessar sharpness
Color: Neutral with vintage warmth
Common Issues
- Focus ring wear
- Aperture mechanism
Buying Guide
Check focus and aperture operation. The tiny 33mm filters are hard to find. Amazingly compact for quality delivered.
Specifications
MountM42 Screw
Focal Length50mm
Max Aperturef/3.5
Min Aperturef/16
Aperture Blades5
Min Focus0.65m
Filter Size33mm
Weight95g
Optical Design
FormulaTessar
Elements4
Groups3
CoatingSingle Coated
Pricing
£15 - £35
Typical used price
Mint: ~£50
One of the cheapest vintage lenses
Adapts To
Sony EFujifilm XCanon RFNikon ZMicro Four Thirds
Compatible Cameras
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