Yashica Yashinon DS‑M 50mm f/1.4 Lens – M42 Mount – Very Good Condition

Overview

The Yashica Yashinon DS‑M 50mm f/1.4 is a fast, high‑quality standard prime for M42‑mount cameras, featuring Yashica’s multi‑coated DS‑M optical design. Known for its sharpness, smooth rendering and excellent low‑light performance, it remains a desirable alternative to Takumar and Zeiss M42 lenses.
This example is in Very Good Condition, fully tested and working.

Condition

Overall Condition: Very Good

• Optics clean with no haze or fungus
• Coatings bright with light cleaning marks only
• Aperture blades clean and snappy
• Focus smooth and correctly damped
• Exterior shows light cosmetic wear appropriate for age
• M42 mount clean and secure
• No separation or mechanical issues observed

Included

• Yashica Yashinon DS‑M 50mm f/1.4 lens
• Front cap
• Rear cap

No other items included unless specified.

Key Features

• Fast f/1.4 standard prime
• DS‑M multi‑coated optical design
• Smooth manual focus
• Excellent sharpness and contrast
• Classic Yashica rendering
• M42 universal screw mount
• Ideal for film bodies and adapted digital use

Compatibility

Native fit:

• All M42 screw‑mount cameras

Adaptable to:

• Sony E, Fujifilm X, Canon RF, Nikon Z, Micro Four Thirds and others (manual focus)
  Performance varies depending on adapter and sensor size.

Collectors / Buyer Notes

The DS‑M series is increasingly recognised for its optical quality and build. Clean f/1.4 examples remain sought after by both collectors and digital shooters looking for a characterful fast fifty.

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