Auto Rikenon 55mm f/1.4 – (Serial No. 305518)

Auto Rikenon 55mm f/1.4 – Fast Standard Prime Lens (Serial No. 305518)
The Auto Rikenon 55mm f/1.4 is a fast and beautifully rendered standard lens, produced by Ricoh in the 1970s. With its bright f/1.4 aperture and smooth manual focus, it delivers creamy bokeh, excellent low-light performance, and vintage character—ideal for portraits, close-ups, and artistic photography. Known for its sharp center and soft fall-off wide open, this lens is highly regarded by collectors and film shooters alike.

Key Features

• Brand: Ricoh (Auto Rikenon)

• Focal Length: 55mm

• Maximum Aperture: f/1.4

• Lens Mount: M42 screw

• Focus Type: Manual focus

• Aperture Range: f/1.4 to f/16

• Optical Design: Classic 7-element construction for soft background rendering

• Build: All-metal housing with smooth focus and solid click stops

• Use Case: Ideal for portrait and available light photography

Condition

Used – Good condition.
The lens shows some cosmetic wear, but optics are clean with no haze or fungus. Focus ring turns smoothly, aperture blades are clean and responsive. Minor internal dust may be present, typical for age.

What’s Included

• Auto Rikenon 55mm f/1.4 lens (serial number 305518)

• Front and rear lens caps