Lens · prime
Mamiya K/L 127mm f/3.5 L
Mamiya
Discontinuedmedium-format
Mamiya K/L 127mm f/3.5 L: 6 elements in 4 groups, 77mm filter thread, 780g.
- Focal length
- 127mm
- Max aperture
- f/3.5
- Mount
- Mamiya RB
- Format
- medium-format
- Elements / groups
- 6 / 4
Known for
- Portraits
- Fashion
- Beauty
- Headshots
Considerations
- Leaf shutter in the lens: cock the camera and lens shutters before mounting
Optical characteristics
Silverlog's editorial rating: our own judgement, not measured data.
Sharpness (wide)5, level 5 of 5
Sharpness (stopped)5, level 5 of 5
Contrast5, level 5 of 5
Flare resistance4, level 4 of 5
CA control4, level 4 of 5
Vignetting control4, level 4 of 5
Distortion control5, level 5 of 5
Bokeh: Beautiful, smooth
Rendering: Excellent 3D pop
Colour: Warm Mamiya
Silverlog's editorial rating, 1 to 5; five is best. Not lab-measured.
Buying guide
Check the leaf shutter fires at all speeds, the aperture and focusing smoothness, and the condition of the glass.
Specifications
| Mount | Mamiya RB |
| Focal Length | 127mm |
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | f/32 |
| Filter Size | 77mm |
| Weight | 780g |
Optical design
| Formula | Planar |
| Elements | 6 |
| Groups | 4 |
| Coating | Multi-Coated |
Pricing
- Typical used price (US market)
- $200 - $400
- Mint
- ~$500
Indicative, no dated source.