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    Porst Color Reflex D 50 mm f/ 1.9
    Porst Color Reflex D 50 mm f/ 1.9

    Porst Color Reflex D 50 mm f/ 1.9

    50mm · f/1.9

    Overview

    The Porst Color Reflex D 50mm f/1.9 is a fast standard prime for 35mm SLRs with M42 or Fujica-X mounts. Optically, it offers good sharpness in the center but softness at the edges, especially wide open, with noticeable chromatic aberration and distortion. Build quality is typical for its era, with a metal barrel and smooth focus. It suits vintage camera enthusiasts or those seeking a budget fast fifty, but modern users may find its optical flaws limiting for critical work.