Konica 28mm F/3.5 Hexanon AE (F/16) AR Mount Lens {55}

Konica's 28mm Hexanon AE brings classic AR-mount wide coverage.

The Konica 28mm f/3.5 Hexanon AE sits in the AR mount system, covering the wide end of the focal range that street and architectural shooters reach for when working in tight spaces or wanting more scene in the frame. At f/3.5, the maximum aperture gives you room to work in lower light without going to a tripod for every shot, and stopping down to f/16 lets you pull in front-to-back depth of field when the scene calls for it. The 55mm filter thread is a practical size that fits a wide range of standard filter accessories.

For anyone already shooting Konica AR glass or building out a kit around that mount, this 28mm fills the wide-angle slot without the hunting and premiums that some of the rarer AR primes attract. At 28mm on a film body, you get a focal length that handles environmental portraits, street scenes, and interior spaces with equal composure.

Who It's For

Photographers shooting Konica AR-mount film bodies will find this 28mm a practical wide-angle option, with f/3.5 giving enough light-gathering to work in mixed or dim conditions. Street photographers drawn to the AR system benefit from the 28mm field of view, which pulls in enough context without distortion that flattens a scene. Architectural and interior shooters appreciate the wide coverage and the ability to stop down to f/16 for extended depth of field. Film photographers building a compact AR prime kit get a workable wide end with a standard 55mm filter thread that pairs with existing filter sets.

Key Features

• 28mm focal length for wide-angle coverage
• f/3.5 maximum aperture for low-light handheld work
• f/16 minimum aperture for extended depth of field
• Konica AR mount compatibility
• 55mm filter thread for standard accessories

FAQ

What mount is this lens?

Konica AR mount. It's designed for Konica film bodies that use that system.

What's the filter size?

55mm. Standard thread that pairs with most common filter accessories.

How wide is 28mm on film?

At 28mm, you get a legitimate wide angle that handles environmental portraits, street work, and interiors without distortion creep.

What aperture range does it cover?

f/3.5 to f/16. The f/3.5 maximum gives you workable light for handheld shooting without forcing a tripod into every low-light situation.

Is this lens rare or hard to find?

AR-mount glass generally commands collector premiums. This 28mm sits in the wide-angle slot without attracting the same price spikes as some of the rarer primes in the system.

How does this compare to other 28mm options?

If you're already running Konica AR bodies, this fills the wide-angle position with consistent glass. For shooters outside the AR ecosystem, mount compatibility matters more than the lens itself.