Konica's telephoto for AR mount — the Hexanon 135mm f/3.5, a decent vintage telephoto.
The Konica Hexanon AR 135mm f/3.5 is a telephoto prime for the Konica AR mount. Hexanon lenses are well-regarded for optical quality — Konica's in-house designs. The 135mm provides a classic telephoto perspective for portraits and compression. The f/3.5 is modest but adequate for the focal length.
Hexanon lenses are respected for good optical quality. Sharpness is very good when stopped down. The 135mm perspective provides useful portrait compression and background separation even at f/3.5. Konica's multi-coating ensures good contrast. The Hexanon reputation is deserved — these lenses punch above their market price.
Konica AR mount, manual focus. Filter thread varies. Weight varies. Build quality is solid — Konica's Hexanon lenses were well-constructed. The AR mount adapts to mirrorless cameras via AR adapters. The Hexanon optical quality makes AR lenses worth adapting to mirrorless for the quality-per-pound value.
Available at very low prices — Konica AR demand is limited. Check smooth focus and clean optics. Good vintage telephoto with genuine Hexanon quality. The AR mount adapts well to Sony mirrorless. Hexanon lenses are undervalued relative to their optical quality. A good budget vintage telephoto.