Rollei standard prime with premium HFT coating at f/1.8, quality optics from the Rollei/Zeiss heritage.
The Rollei 50mm f/1.8 HFT is a fast standard prime for Rollei's QBM (Quick Bayonet Mount) system. HFT = Rollei's anti-reflective coating. Rollei QBM mount.
50mm focal length. f/1.8 maximum aperture. HFT (High Fidelity Transfer) coating. Manual focus. Rollei QBM mount.
The Rollei 50mm f/1.8 HFT was produced in collaboration with Zeiss or Schneider — Rollei QBM lenses vary in manufacturer. HFT coating was Rollei's equivalent of Zeiss T*. A fast standard prime for the Rollei SL35 and SLX system cameras. Adaptable to modern cameras with QBM adapters.
On the used market the Rollei 50mm f/1.8 HFT is a collectible fast prime. Condition checks: aperture blades (f/1.8 wide open quality), HFT coating, focus. Rollei QBM mount.