Yashica ML 50mm 1,4

Yashica ML 50mm f/1.4 – Fast Standard Prime Lens (Contax/Yashica Mount)

The Yashica ML 50mm f/1.4 is a high-quality standard prime lens, built with a fast f/1.4 aperture and a reputation for excellent sharpness, contrast, and creamy bokeh. Made in Japan during the 1980s, the ML series lenses were designed to compete directly with Zeiss lenses for the Contax/Yashica (C/Y) mount system. With its solid metal constructionand smooth manual focus, this lens is a fantastic choice for both film shooters and mirrorless digital photographersusing adapters.

Key Features

• Focal Length: 50mm – standard view, ideal for portraits, everyday, and low-light photography

• Maximum Aperture: f/1.4, great for shallow depth of field and low-light situations

• Aperture Range: f/1.4 – f/16, with a 6-blade diaphragm

• Lens Mount: Contax/Yashica (C/Y) mount – compatible with Yashica and Contax SLRs, easily adaptable to digital

• Focus Type: Manual focus with a long, smooth throw

• Minimum Focus Distance: Approx. 0.5m (1.6 ft)

• Filter Thread: 52mm

• Optical Design: Multicoated elements for high contrast and flare resistance

• Build: Durable all-metal barrel, precise construction

What’s Included

• Yashica ML 50mm f/1.4 lens

• Front and rear lens caps
  

Condition

Used – Good condition: The lens is fully functional, with clean optics, smooth focus, and responsive aperture blades. Minor cosmetic signs of use may be present, but there is no haze, fungus, or major scratches. A beautiful lens with both character and performance.