--- product_id: 75053076 title: "Konica Hexanon AR 40mm 1:1.8" brand: "ar" price: "£0.93" currency: GBP in_stock: false reviews_count: 1 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/75053076-konica-hexanon-ar-40mm-1-1-8 store_origin: GB region: Great Britain --- # Konica Hexanon AR 40mm 1:1.8 **Brand:** ar **Price:** £0.93 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Konica Hexanon AR 40mm 1:1.8 by ar - **How much does it cost?** £0.93 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/75053076-konica-hexanon-ar-40mm-1-1-8) ## Best For - ar enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted ar brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Konica Hexanon 40mm f/1.8 Lens Review: Vintage Hexanon-y goodness - Most people who purchase a legacy 35mm camera lens these days do it to adapt onto a mirrorless camera system, like Micro Four Thirds or Sony NEX. I have a M4/3 camera along with the requisite adapter, but I'm a bit of an anomaly because I also have a 35mm Konica camera from the early 80's (the FS-1). Adapted lenses have different characteristics on modern systems than they did on their native systems. This particular lens, I've found, needs to be stopped down a bit to get a sharp, contrasty image. Wide open (and anywhere south of f/2.8, really) it washes out contrast, and shows considerable fringing on high-contrast edges in an image. So, don't buy this expecting a cheap f/1.8-aperture solution. Buy a native lens for your system for using maximum aperture values. On the FS-1, however, this lens really shines. It's beautifully sharp and contrasty, the 40mm focal length is wider than the typical 50mm prime, and of course you get razor thin depth of field on a 35mm film 'sensor'! Another nice thing about this lens is its size. It's not a "pancake" lens, but it is very small for a 35mm-format lens, so even with the adapter it won't be too massive on a mirrorless camera. Konica's Hexanon lenses are really impeccable for their build quality, the lens being not too heavy but a sturdy metal lens body and mount, with a knurled plastic focus ring. The best part about Hexanon lenses is the price. Where some legacy lenses will set you back hundreds, many Hexanon lenses can be had for under $50, and the performance for the price you get is very good. I have two copies, one of which I found on its own for a little over $30 in good condition on the popular bidding site, the other was on a used Konica FS-1 body, that whole package set me back $40. These are both what I would consider good prices - don't pay a lot more (I've seen copies running anywhere from $70-$150, that's too much to pay when there are better prices all over). Full disclosure: the copy currently available on desertcart is mine, however I wrote this review before I decided to sell one. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B007W6BH8E | | Best Sellers Rank | #4,578 in SLR Camera Lenses | | Brand | AR | | Camera Lens | 40 month | | Camera Lens Description | 40 month | | Compatible Camera Mount | Konica AR | | Compatible Mountings | Konica AR | | Customer Reviews | 4.0 out of 5 stars 1 Review | | Focal Length Description | 40 mm | | Focus Type | Fixed Focus | | Lens | Telephoto | | Lens Design | Prime | | Lens Fixed Focal Length | 40 Millimeters | | Lens Type | Telephoto | | Manufacturer | Konica | | Maximum Aperture | 1.8 f | | Maximum Focal Length | 40 Millimeters | | Minimum Aperture | 1.8 f | | Minimum Focal Length | 40 Millimeters | | Model Name | Hexanon AR | | Number of Diaphragm Blades | 6 | | Zoom Ratio | 1:1 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** AR - **Camera Lens Description:** 40 month - **Compatible Mountings:** Konica AR - **Focal Length Description:** 40 mm - **Lens Type:** Telephoto ## Images ![Konica Hexanon AR 40mm 1:1.8 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81YLfKalN6L.jpg) ![Konica Hexanon AR 40mm 1:1.8 - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81IAlqg3pyL.jpg) ![Konica Hexanon AR 40mm 1:1.8 - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81dACTGkjsL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Apc crop sensor or full frame** A: This is a full frame lens - which of course can be used on a crop sensor as well. **Q: Will this lens work on the Sony A6300?** A: You would need to use an adaptor to use this with your Sony A6300. **Q: What adapter will i need with this lens on a sony a7ii? i have a la-ea4, will that work?** A: No, you will need to purchase a 3rd party adaptor. I use the fotodiox. This is a sweet little lens if you find one in good condition. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Vintage Hexanon-y goodness *by A***G on December 13, 2013* Most people who purchase a legacy 35mm camera lens these days do it to adapt onto a mirrorless camera system, like Micro Four Thirds or Sony NEX. I have a M4/3 camera along with the requisite adapter, but I'm a bit of an anomaly because I also have a 35mm Konica camera from the early 80's (the FS-1). Adapted lenses have different characteristics on modern systems than they did on their native systems. This particular lens, I've found, needs to be stopped down a bit to get a sharp, contrasty image. Wide open (and anywhere south of f/2.8, really) it washes out contrast, and shows considerable fringing on high-contrast edges in an image. So, don't buy this expecting a cheap f/1.8-aperture solution. Buy a native lens for your system for using maximum aperture values. On the FS-1, however, this lens really shines. It's beautifully sharp and contrasty, the 40mm focal length is wider than the typical 50mm prime, and of course you get razor thin depth of field on a 35mm film 'sensor'! Another nice thing about this lens is its size. It's not a "pancake" lens, but it is very small for a 35mm-format lens, so even with the adapter it won't be too massive on a mirrorless camera. Konica's Hexanon lenses are really impeccable for their build quality, the lens being not too heavy but a sturdy metal lens body and mount, with a knurled plastic focus ring. The best part about Hexanon lenses is the price. Where some legacy lenses will set you back hundreds, many Hexanon lenses can be had for under $50, and the performance for the price you get is very good. I have two copies, one of which I found on its own for a little over $30 in good condition on the popular bidding site, the other was on a used Konica FS-1 body, that whole package set me back $40. These are both what I would consider good prices - don't pay a lot more (I've seen copies running anywhere from $70-$150, that's too much to pay when there are better prices all over). Full disclosure: the copy currently available on Amazon is mine, however I wrote this review before I decided to sell one. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/75053076-konica-hexanon-ar-40mm-1-1-8](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/75053076-konica-hexanon-ar-40mm-1-1-8) --- *Product available on Desertcart Great Britain* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-04-22*