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Mamiya K/L 250mm f/4.5 APO L

Mamiya

Discontinuedmedium-format

Mamiya K/L 250mm f/4.5 APO L: 7 elements in 5 groups, 1.86m minimum focus, 77mm filter thread, 1370g.

Focal length
250mm
Max aperture
f/4.5
Mount
Mamiya RB
Format
medium-format
Elements / groups
7 / 5

Known for

  • Product
  • Fashion
  • Critical work

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 control5, level 5 of 5
Vignetting control4, level 4 of 5
Distortion control5, level 5 of 5

Bokeh: APO smooth

Rendering: Reference quality

Colour: Neutral APO

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

MountMamiya RB
Focal Length250mm
Max Aperturef/4.5
Min Aperturef/45
Min Focus1.86m
Filter Size77mm
Weight1370g

Optical design

FormulaTelephoto
Elements7
Groups5
CoatingMulti-Coated
SpecialAPO elements

Pricing

Typical used price (US market)
$400 - $700
Mint
~$850

Indicative, no dated source.