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    Yashinon-DX 500 mm f/ 8 Reflex
    Yashinon-DX 500 mm f/ 8 Reflex

    Yashinon-DX 500 mm f/ 8 Reflex

    500mm · f/8

    Overview

    The Yashinon-DX 500mm f/8 Reflex is a mirror lens that, according to dpreview.com, is not as good as the Yashica ML 500/8, which is close to the Carl Zeiss Mirotar 500/8 in contrast and resolution. Other Yashica 500/8 lenses are inferior. It is a manual focus lens, and focusing accuracy can be an issue compared to autofocus alternatives like the Minolta AF 500/8. The lens suits users who prioritize compactness and are comfortable with manual focusing, but it may not match the optical quality of top-tier mirror lenses.