Step into the timeless world of vintage lens quality with the Konica Hexanon AR 135 mm f/3.2. Built during Konica’s golden era of precision optics, this lens delivers sharpness, stunning contrast, and buttery bokeh—all in a compact, well-crafted package ideal for both film photography and modern mirrorless systems.
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Lens Highlights:
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Focal Length: 135 mm prime—perfect for portraits, telephoto, and detail work
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Maximum Aperture: f/3.2—brighter than the f/3.5 variant, offering shallower depth of field and better low-light capability (Pentax Forums)
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Optical Configuration: 5 elements in 4 groups; delivers superb image quality, sharp, high-contrast images with vibrant colour fidelity and minimal distortion (BuhlaEtsy)
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Minimum Focus Distance: 1 m (3 ft 3″)—closer focusing than the f/3.5 version, great for tight portraits and close telephoto work (BuhlaPentax Forums)
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Construction & Finish: Solid metal build, manual focus—reliable handling and classic feel
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Built-In Lens Hood: Integrated shade for glare reduction (though a deeper hood can enhance contrast under strong light) (Buhla)
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Filter Thread: 55 mm—compatible with many popular filters (BuhlaEtsy)
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Aperture Blades: 6 blades, smooth transitions for pleasing defocused highlights (KamerastoreEtsy)
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Dimensions: Approximately 96 mm × 61 mm—compact and easy to balance on modern mirrorless bodies (Kamerastore)
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Weight: ~390 g—lightweight by telephoto standards, ideal for handheld shooting (BuhlaKamerastore)
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Mount: Classic Konica AR—now highly adaptable to virtually all modern mirrorless cameras (KamerastoreWikipedia)
What’s in the Box:
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Konica Hexanon AR 135 mm f/3.2 lens (manual focus)
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Front & Rear Lens Caps
What Photographers Say:
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Praised for its sharpness, build quality, value, and focusing range — “sharp and contrasty, with buttery smooth bokeh and no distortion of any kind.” Pentax Forums
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Sharper than its siblings, and excellent corner resolution with reduced chromatic aberration compared to other 135 mm options forum.mflenses.comkonicafiles.com
Overview Table
Elevate your imagery with this distinguished vintage lens—a collector’s gem and practical tool for all photographers. It combines optical excellence, classic engineering, and modern adaptability that truly stands the test of time.