Pentacon Electric 50mm f/1.8 Prime Lens – M42 Mount – Tested – Very Good

DESCRIPTION

Pentacon Electric 50mm f/1.8 prime lens in M42 mount, fully tested and presented in Very Good condition with noted cosmetic and optical imperfections. There is distortion to the filter ring and minor scratches to the lens surface. The lens remains usable and continues to deliver the classic Pentacon rendering characteristic of this well‑known East German design.

CONDITION

Overall Condition: Very Good (with faults noted)

• Fully tested and working
• Distortion to filter ring
• Minor scratches to lens surface
• Coatings intact aside from noted marks
• Aperture blades clean and responsive
• Focus action smooth
• Electric contacts present
• Exterior in very good condition
• Mount clean

INCLUDED

• Pentacon Electric 50mm f/1.8 lens (M42 mount)
• Front lens cap
• Rear lens cap

KEY FEATURES

• 50mm standard prime
• Fast f/1.8 maximum aperture
• Electric aperture contacts (Praktica‑compatible)
• Classic Pentacon rendering
• Smooth manual focus
• Solid metal construction

COMPATIBILITY

• Correct for all M42 screw‑mount film SLRs
• Compatible with Praktica bodies using Electric contacts
• Adaptable to mirrorless systems (Sony E, Canon RF, Nikon Z, Fuji X, Micro Four Thirds)
• Adaptable to Canon EF with simple M42–EF adapter

COLLECTORS NOTES

The Pentacon Electric 50mm f/1.8 is closely related to the Meyer‑Optik Oreston design and is valued for its distinctive rendering and smooth mechanics. Examples with filter‑ring distortion and minor surface scratches remain usable and are often chosen by photographers seeking characterful vintage results at an accessible price point.

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