Optomax 200mm F4.5 Telephoto Lens M42 Mount Vintage Excellent Condition

Description

This listing is for an Optomax 200mm f/4.5 telephoto lens in M42 screw mount. This classic manual‑focus lens offers a long telephoto reach in a compact, lightweight design, making it suitable for wildlife, portraits, and general telephoto work. It has been fully tested on an M42‑compatible body and is in dependable working order, delivering smooth focusing and pleasing vintage rendering.

Condition

Overall Condition: Excellent
The lens is fully operational with clean, well‑kept cosmetics. Focusing is smooth throughout the range, and the aperture ring clicks firmly at each stop. The glass presents well with age‑appropriate signs typical of vintage optics. The barrel shows minor handling marks consistent with careful use.

Included

Optomax 200mm f/4.5 M42 lens
Front lens cap
Rear lens cap

Collectors Notes

Optomax lenses were produced during the classic manual‑focus era and are appreciated for their solid metal construction and characterful optical output. The 200mm f/4.5 is a popular choice among vintage‑lens users due to its balance of reach, handling, and adaptability to modern digital systems. Well‑preserved examples remain desirable for both collectors and photographers exploring M42 lenses.

Key Features

200mm telephoto focal length
f/4.5 maximum aperture
M42 screw mount compatibility
Manual focus with smooth helicoid
Solid metal construction
Classic vintage rendering
Suitable for film and adapted digital use

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