A Minolta C.E Rokkor 50mm f/2.8 lens designed specifically for photographic enlargers.
The Minolta C.E. Rokkor 50mm f/2.8 Enlarging Lens is a second entry for this product in the database (see also id=4837). Minolta produced the C.E. Rokkor series for their dedicated colour enlargers, with CE standing for Colour Enlarger. These multi-coated lenses were optimised for neutral colour rendition in RA-4 and Type C colour printing processes.
50mm focal length, f/2.8 maximum aperture, multi-layer anti-reflection coated, Minolta proprietary enlarger thread mount, designed for 35mm negatives in Minolta enlarger systems.
The C.E. Rokkor competes with mid-tier offerings from Rodenstock and Schneider for standard 35mm darkroom work. Its Minolta-proprietary thread mount limits cross-compatibility with universal enlarger lensboards; adapters may be required. Optimal sharpness at f/5.6–f/8.
Confirm the thread specification matches your enlarger lensboard before purchase. Inspect optics for haze, fungus, and coating condition. Aperture blades should be clean and operation smooth.