Provenance & certification
Konica 50mm f1.7
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Condition assessed 20/1/2026
How we gradeHow this lens renders
Compared to other 50mm lenses of the same spec from the same era, this Hexanon AR 50mm f/1.7 is famous for its sharpness and punchy contrast. It's considered the sharpest in Konica's 50mm/57mm lineup. Wide open at f/1.7, the center is already quite sharp; stop down to f/2.8 and the sharpness takes a clear step up, holding steady across the full frame from f/8 on. The bokeh separates the background decisively, melting it away beautifully at typical shooting distances. Colors come out with that signature Hexanon high-contrast look — rich and dimensional. The standout feature is the 6-blade aperture: stop down and background light sources turn into hexagons (if you love that aesthetic, you get full vintage lens vibes; want round bokeh? Just shoot wide open). This is one of the brand's best-value vintage lenses for sheer sharpness — perfect for anyone wanting a crisp, clean file for serious work, and absolutely worth adding to a collection.
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Honest disclosure
Konica 50mm f1.7
The Konica Hexanon AR 50mm f1.7, introduced in 1973 as the budget standard lens for Konica's Autoreflex T3, is a sharp, contrasty performer considered the best value in the Hexanon range.
What this lens can do
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