Up for sale is a rare vintage Soviet 16mm cine lens Vega-9 50mm f2.1, manufactured by the famous KMZ factory in the USSR. This lens was originally designed for the Krasnogorsk series of 16mm movie cameras. It is highly sought after by filmmakers and vintage lens enthusiasts due to its unique optical formula containing rare-earth elements, which delivers exceptional center sharpness, beautiful micro-contrast, and a distinct artistic bokeh. Featuring a 10-blade aperture, it creates perfectly circular out-of-focus highlights. It is an ideal creative tool for artistic video and portrait photography on modern mirrorless cameras like Micro Four Thirds, Sony E-mount, Fujifilm X, or Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Cameras using proper adapters. You will receive the exact item shown in the photos.

Condition
The lens is in excellent functional and cosmetic condition. It has recently undergone complete professional maintenance and preventative service. The mechanics are excellent, with both the focus and aperture rings rotating smoothly and evenly. The internal old factory grease has been completely cleaned and replaced with fresh premium lubricant. The optics are in excellent condition, with clean glass elements free of fungus, deep scratches, separation, or heavy dust. The 10-blade clickless aperture works perfectly and is free of oil. The outer metal body shows only minimal, normal signs of vintage wear and has no dents.

Specifications
Lens Model: Vega-9 Vega9
Focal Length: 50mm
Maximum Aperture: f2.1
Minimum Aperture: f16
Aperture Blades: 10 blades, clickless step adjustment
Optical Design: 5 elements in 4 groups
Focus Type: Manual focus
Camera Type: 16mm movie camera Krasnogorsk series
Manufacturer: Krasnogorsk Mechanical Factory KMZ
Country of Manufacture: USSR Soviet Union