What is the cheapest used Schneider Comparon 50mm f/3.5 in the UK?

The cheapest used Schneider Comparon 50mm f/3.5 currently listed is £10.00 at Secondhand Darkroom, based on 4 listings compared across 2 UK retailers.

How many used Schneider Comparon 50mm f/3.5 are for sale in the UK?

There are currently 4 used Schneider Comparon 50mm f/3.5 listings available across 2 UK retailers on UsedLens, updated daily.

Used Schneider Comparon 50mm f/3.5 for Sale — From £10

£10.00 Low price

£129.48 High price

4 Listings

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Schneider's budget enlarging lens — the Comparon 50mm at entry-level specification.

Schneider-Kreuznach has been one of the world's leading optical manufacturers since 1913, producing precision lenses for photography, cinema, and industrial applications. The Comparon is Schneider's budget-grade enlarging lens using a simpler optical formula, positioned below the Componar and Componon ranges and intended for casual darkroom use.

50mm focal length, f/3.5 maximum aperture, basic anti-reflection coating, M39 thread mount, designed for 35mm negatives.

The Comparon delivers acceptable results for casual black-and-white darkroom use at small-to-medium print sizes. Optical quality does not match the Componar or Componon; for colour printing or critical fine-art work, Schneider's higher-tier offerings are preferable. The Comparon is a budget entry point with Schneider heritage.

Inspect for haze and fungus; budget-grade Schneider lenses may show more susceptibility to coating degradation than the premium range. Check aperture blades and M39 thread.