Agfa Color‑Solinar 50mm f/2.8 Lens Very Good Condition for Agfa Silette

Description

This listing is for an Agfa Color‑Solinar 50mm f/2.8 lens designed for the Agfa Silette system. The Color‑Solinar is the premium option in the Silette lineup, known for its Tessar‑type optical design, sharp rendering, and excellent colour reproduction. This example has been fully checked and is in dependable working order, offering smooth focusing and strong optical performance for its age.

Condition

Overall Condition: Very Good
The lens is fully operational with clean, well‑kept cosmetics. Focusing is smooth, and the aperture ring moves firmly through all settings. The glass presents well with age‑appropriate signs typical of vintage Agfa optics. The barrel shows minor handling marks consistent with careful long‑term use.

Included

Agfa Color‑Solinar 50mm f/2.8 lens

Collectors Notes

The Color‑Solinar 50mm f/2.8 is one of the most desirable lenses in the Agfa Silette system, offering higher optical performance than the more common Color‑Agnar and Color‑Ambion lenses. Its Tessar‑type construction delivers excellent sharpness and contrast, making it a favourite among collectors and users restoring or completing Silette kits. Well‑preserved examples remain sought after due to their build quality and distinctive rendering.

Key Features

50mm standard focal length
f/2.8 maximum aperture
Designed for Agfa Silette system
Tessar‑type optical construction
Manual focus with smooth helicoid
Classic Agfa colour rendering
Solid metal construction

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