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    Yashica ML 50 mm f/ 1.4
    Yashica ML 50 mm f/ 1.4

    Yashica ML 50 mm f/ 1.4

    50mm · f/1.4

    Overview

    The Yashica ML 50mm f/1.4 is a classic manual focus lens with solid metal construction and smooth focusing. Optically, it shows weak sharpness in corners and sides even at f/2.8, severe vignetting wide open, noticeable coma, and chromatic aberrations. It has a well-damped focus ring and tactile aperture clicks. The lens is small and lightweight. It suits photographers who appreciate vintage character and don't mind optical flaws; it's not a champion but usable.