Chinon MC 55mm f/1.7

The Chinon MC 55mm f/1.7 camera glass has a fast aperture of f/1.7, which allows for a shallow depth of field and great bokeh. The lens is manually focused, which gives the photographer more control over their shots. It has six lens elements and a lens coating, which helps to reduce flare and ghosting. The build quality is good and the lens is lightweight, making it easy to carry around. The resolution of the photographic lens is high, which means that images are sharp and detailed. The manufacturing time of the lens is not specified. There are alternatives to this lens, but they may have different features or specifications.

Optical design

Wide open, subjects located outside the depth of field are shown very blurred. Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle.

Physical characteristics

With a lens filter diameter of 49 mm commonly filter size, gives you a variety of filter options. 37 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. Weights 200 grams so convinient to carry.