Rikenon 55mm f1.4

Inspector’s condition notes

Lens in like-new condition. Optics are flawless with no scratches. Focus and aperture glide smoothly like a new lens. Internal components are tight, with no internal lens movement or rattle. The exterior body is in like-new condition, but there are 2–3 small spots of paint loss or scratches along the lens barrel edges or on the focus ring and aperture ring (you have to look carefully to notice them).

How this lens renders

Compared to the 55mm lens of the same spec, this Rikenon f/1.4 offers rare value—you get nearly the full character of a legendary fast lens at an accessible price. At f/1.4 wide open, the center is acceptably sharp with a soft, creamy glow. Stopped down to f/2.8, sharpness jumps noticeably and contrast tightens up. The edges reach their peak sharpness around f/5.6–f/8 (the edges never quite catch up to the center fully—typical character of a lens from this era). The bokeh melts the background smoothly, with soft circular outlines free of distracting edges. The background tonal falloff is beautiful, and a warm yellowish cast flatters skin tones—great for portrait work. The 6-blade aperture produces hexagonal highlights when stopped down past f/2. Vignetting can be used to draw the eye toward the center starting at f/1.4, then gradually fades as you stop down to f/2.8. The single-coated version is prone to flare and ghosting when shooting into the light. If you'd like to avoid flare, I recommend using a lens hood for backlit shots. Overall, this is a portrait lens that offers excellent value and is genuinely usable—well worth keeping in your bag.

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