Hanimex Automatic MC 200mm F3.3 [M42 mount]

Hanimex Automatic MC 200mm F3.3 (M42 Mount)

Specifications:

• Mount Type: M42 screw mount

• Focal Length: 200mm

• Maximum Aperture: f/3.3

• Minimum Aperture: f/22

• Aperture Blades: Typically 6 or 8 (varies by production batch)

• Lens Construction: Approx. 56 elements in 45 groups (Exact optical formula not officially documented)

• Coating: Multi-coated (MC)

• Focus Type: Manual focus

• Minimum Focus Distance: Approx. 2.5 meters (8.2 feet)

• Filter Size: 62mm

• Length: Approx. 145mm

• Weight: Approx. 600g

• Made in: Likely Japan or Korea (Hanimex branded lenses were manufactured by various third-party makers)

• Compatible Cameras: Any M42-mount camera, or mirrorless cameras via M42 adapter (e.g., Sony E, Canon RF, Fuji X, Nikon Z)

Description:

The Hanimex Automatic MC 200mm F3.3 is a classic vintage telephoto prime lens featuring a fast f/3.3 aperture, uncommon among budget 200mm lenses. With a traditional M42 screw mount, its a manual focus lens suitable for film cameras or adapted use on digital mirrorless systems.

The lens offers good image separation and bokeh thanks to its relatively wide aperture, making it ideal for portraits, wildlife, and outdoor telephoto shooting. The multi-coating (MC) helps reduce flare and improve contrast, though it’s still advisable to use a lens hood in strong light.

Its solid metal construction gives it a vintage, durable feel. Despite its age, many copies remain optically decent and functional especially attractive to collectors, vintage lens enthusiasts, or hobbyists experimenting with manual lenses.

Serial Number: 776787
SKU: LH-84-7383

Condition:
– Lens has no haze or fungus, only minor dust
– Body has moderate scratches

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– Body