Konica 55mm f3.5 Macro-Hexanon AR (1969)
A manual focus macro lens for Konica AR-mount SLRs, introduced in 1969 with a maximum magnification of 1:2
Overview
The Konica 55mm f3.5 Macro-Hexanon AR is a manual focus macro lens for the Konica AR-mount 35mm SLR system. Konica introduced it in 1969. It reaches 1:2 magnification with no extra accessories and has fully automatic aperture control for AE exposure. It focuses as close as 0.25 meters. It was often sold with a Macro Lens Adapter AR and an extension tube in a leatherette canister. It is known for sharp optics and a compact body.
Specifications
| Product type | Lens |
| Focal length | 55mm |
| Aperture | f3.5 |
| Smallest aperture | 22 (32 with Macro Lens Adapter AR) |
| Optical design | 4 elements in 3 groups |
| Aperture blades | 6 |
| Closest focus distance | 0.25m |
| Maximum magnification ratio | 1:2 |
| Angle of view | 43° |
| Filter thread | 55 mm |
| Length at infinity | 60 mm |
| Weight | 290 g |
| Size | 66 x 63 mm |
| Aperture type | Fully automatic AE |
Design
The lens does 1:2 magnification without the Macro Lens Adapter AR. The aperture is fully automatic, so it keeps open-aperture metering and stops down only at exposure.
Market
Current market listings run from $69.99 to $125.00 USD for the lens. Some include the Macro Lens Adapter AR and the original case. It is reported to be sharp in use, with
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