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Mamiya 50mm F/4 G L Lens For Mamiya 6 {58}
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$1,129.00
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Mamiya 6's wide option, built for medium format rangefinder work.
The Mamiya 50mm f/4 G L gives the Mamiya 6 system its widest native perspective, covering the medium format frame at a focal length that translates to roughly 25mm in 35mm terms. At f/4, it sits at a modest maximum aperture, but on 6x6 medium format film the depth of field characteristics and overall rendering are a different proposition than what any 35mm lens offers at the same number. The Mamiya 6 is a collapsible rangefinder system, and this lens is built to complement that form factor, compact relative to the image circle it covers.
For a lens with no autofocus and a 50mm focal length designed around a 6x6 negative, the use case is deliberately considered shooting. Architecture, landscapes, and environmental street work are natural fits. The focal length gives you enough field of view to work in tight spaces without going so wide that geometric distortion becomes a constant management problem. Pairing this lens with medium format film and a rangefinder body produces negatives with resolving power that is difficult to replicate at smaller formats, and the Mamiya 6 system remains one of the more practical ways to access that quality without the bulk of a folder or the mechanical complexity of a SLR.
Who It's For
Street photographers who want medium format image quality without a heavy SLR will appreciate the Mamiya 6's compact rangefinder body paired with this 50mm, the widest native option in the system. Travel and documentary shooters working with film will find the focal length broad enough for environmental context while remaining manageable in unpredictable situations. Landscape photographers shooting 6x6 film benefit from the coverage and the deliberate, slow pace the f/4 aperture and rangefinder workflow encourage. Darkroom workers who print large will recognize immediately what a medium format negative at this focal length brings to a finished print.
Key Features
- 50mm focal length for widest native Mamiya 6 perspective
- f/4 maximum aperture with manual diaphragm control
- Mamiya 6 mount rangefinder coupling
- Compact collapsible design for medium format portability
- Multi-coated optics reduce flare and improve contrast
- Manual focus operation with coupled rangefinder system
FAQ
- What's the field of view for the Mamiya 50mm f/4 on a 6x6 frame?
- The 50mm focal length on Mamiya 6 medium format is equivalent to roughly 25mm in 35mm terms, giving you a naturally wide perspective without extreme distortion problems.
- Why f/4 instead of a faster aperture?
- On medium format, f/4 provides substantial depth of field control and image quality. The larger negative size means depth of field behaves differently than in 35mm, and f/4 gives meaningful subject separation without sacrificing the optical design.
- Is this lens autofocus?
- No. The Mamiya 6 system is entirely manual focus with rangefinder coupling. You're working with manual focus and manual aperture selection.
- What type of photography works best with this focal length?
- Architecture, landscapes, and environmental street work are natural applications. The 50mm gives enough coverage to work in tight spaces without geometric distortion becoming a constant problem.
- How does this lens compare physically to longer focal lengths in the Mamiya 6 system?
- The 50mm is compact relative to the image circle it covers and designed to complement the Mamiya 6's collapsible rangefinder form factor.
- What film stocks pair well with this lens?
- Medium format color and black-and-white films all work equally well. The real advantage is the negative size and resolving power available from 6x6 film - that's where this system excels.
- Does this lens have optical coatings?
- Yes. The G L designation refers to Mamiya's multi-coated optics, which reduce flare and improve contrast.
| Specification | Value |
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| Focal Length | 50mm |
| Max Aperture | f/4 |
| Mount | Mamiya 6 |
This description was generated using AI based on KEH's internal product standards, product expertise, and knowing what customers care about most. While we strive for accuracy, details may vary by individual item.
| Brand Name | Mamiya |
|---|---|
| Filter Size | 58mm |
| Focus Type | Manual focus (only) |
| Lens Mount | Mamiya 6 |
| Lens Type | Wide-Angle |
| Max Focal Length | 50mm |
| Min Focal Length | 50mm |
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Like New Minus
Barely used with virtually no traces of wear. Only the closest inspections will reveal slight use. Lens glass could contain light dust or debris. Excellent picture quality. Accessories usually not included, unless noted in listing. 180-day warranty.
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Excellent Plus
Lightly used with limited signs of wear. Exceptionally nice but may have slight wear on finish visible. Lens glass could contain light dust or debris. Excellent picture quality. Accessories usually not included, unless noted in listing. 180-day warranty.
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Excellent
Noticeably used with average signs of wear. Shows moderate wear for the age of the item, with the possibility of blemishes and/or minimal dings. Lens glass may have average dust and zoom/focus ring tension may have slight looseness or tightness overall, but will not affect picture quality. Accessories usually not included, unless noted in listing. 180-day warranty.
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Bargain
Frequently used with above-average wear. May have dents, dings, or finish loss. Lens glass may have small scratches, dust, and blemishes, and zoom/focus ring tension may have moderate looseness or tightness overall, but should not affect picture quality. Accessories usually not included, unless noted in listing. 180-day warranty.
Ugly
Ugly
Heavily used with extensive visible wear. Equipment is rough, with multiple impressions in the finish, excessive finish loss and brassing. Glass will have marks, fungus and/or heavy/cloudy haze which could affect picture quality. Accessories usually not included, unless noted in listing. Not covered under KEH warranty.
