Kern Macro-Switar 26mm f/1.1 H16 RX Prime Lens + Zonnekap, Doppen & Bolex Lederen Etui - Movie camera
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Kern Macro-Switar 26mm f/1.1 H16 RX prime lens for 16 mm film with a C‑mount, serial no. 1135177, in very good physical condition and tested and working, including sun hood, caps and Bolex leather case.
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This is the absolute king of Kern’s 16mm lenses: the extremely bright Kern Macro-Switar 26mm f/1.1 H16 RX with the red macro ring (adjustable from very close distance)! Because of the f/1.1 aperture, this is an incredibly rare and valuable lens.
Offered is the flagship of Swiss optical instrument making: the extremely rare and legendary Kern Macro-Switar 26mm f/1.1 H16 RX prime lens (Made in Switzerland). With its extraordinarily large light-gathering ability of f/1.1 and the integrated macro setting (indicated by the iconic red indexing ring), this belongs to one of the most sought-after 16mm lenses in the world.
The optical and mechanical condition is excellent. The glass is crystal clear, clean, and free of scratches, fungus, or haze. The purple/blue multi-coating is beautifully preserved. Mechanically, all rings (diaphragm, focus, and the extendable macro setting) rotate very smoothly and with the correct resistance.
Contents of the lot:
- Kern Macro-Switar 26mm f/1.1 H16 RX lens:
Diaphragm range: f/1.1 to f/22.
Serial number: No. 1028156.
- Original silver Kern metal front lens cap.
- Original black Bolex leather storage case (Made in Switzerland).
Special feature: Built-in macro focusing (red ring) & DOF indicator
Excellent cosmetic, mechanical, and optical condition. A museum-worthy specimen.
Shipped with the utmost care, professionally packed and insured.
This is the absolute king of Kern’s 16mm lenses: the extremely bright Kern Macro-Switar 26mm f/1.1 H16 RX with the red macro ring (adjustable from very close distance)! Because of the f/1.1 aperture, this is an incredibly rare and valuable lens.
Offered is the flagship of Swiss optical instrument making: the extremely rare and legendary Kern Macro-Switar 26mm f/1.1 H16 RX prime lens (Made in Switzerland). With its extraordinarily large light-gathering ability of f/1.1 and the integrated macro setting (indicated by the iconic red indexing ring), this belongs to one of the most sought-after 16mm lenses in the world.
The optical and mechanical condition is excellent. The glass is crystal clear, clean, and free of scratches, fungus, or haze. The purple/blue multi-coating is beautifully preserved. Mechanically, all rings (diaphragm, focus, and the extendable macro setting) rotate very smoothly and with the correct resistance.
Contents of the lot:
- Kern Macro-Switar 26mm f/1.1 H16 RX lens:
Diaphragm range: f/1.1 to f/22.
Serial number: No. 1028156.
- Original silver Kern metal front lens cap.
- Original black Bolex leather storage case (Made in Switzerland).
Special feature: Built-in macro focusing (red ring) & DOF indicator
Excellent cosmetic, mechanical, and optical condition. A museum-worthy specimen.
Shipped with the utmost care, professionally packed and insured.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Kern
Model/type nr
Macro-Switar 26mm f/1.1 H16 RX Prime Lens + Zonnekap, Doppen & Bolex Lederen Etui -
Physical condition
Very good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Lens Mount Type
C-mount
Film type
16mm
Serial number
1135177
Estimated period
1968-1975
