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Black Opteka 35mm f/1.7 manual lens with vented hood for Fuji X mount

Opteka

Opteka 35mm f/1.7 HD MC Manual Focus Prime Lens for Fuji X Mount

SKU CH-VJGF-MY2Q6

A 35 mm f/1.7 manual-focus prime lens for Fujifilm X-mount APS-C cameras with 6 elements in 5 groups and a 9-blade diaphragm

  • Diameter49 mm
  • Focus systemManual Focus
  • Lens focal length35 mm
  • Lens mountFujifilm X mount
  • Optical construction6 elements in 5 groups
  • Filter thread size49 mm
  • Wide f/1.7 aperture excels in low light
  • 35 mm focal length gives natural perspective on APS-C
  • Manual focus with clickless aperture ring for smooth control
  • 9-blade diaphragm creates soft, rounded background blur
  • Compact all-metal build weighs only 7.2 oz

Natural Perspective for Fuji X Shooters

The Opteka 35mm f/1.7 is a manual-focus prime lens built for Fujifilm X-mount APS-C cameras. Its fixed focal length matches a natural field of view, making it suited to street, documentary and everyday photography. The all-metal barrel and clickless aperture ring appeal to enthusiasts who prefer tactile control over automated operation.

Optical Design and Light Control

Six glass elements in five groups include one super-low dispersion element to reduce chromatic and spherical aberrations across the aperture range. A high-definition anti-reflective coating suppresses flare and ghosting for improved contrast and colour fidelity. The nine-blade diaphragm creates smooth background rendition when shooting at wider apertures such as f/1.7.

Included Hood and Cleaning Kit

A vented metal hood ships in the box to shield the front element from stray light and physical contact during use. A basic cleaning kit is also supplied, providing cloth and fluid for routine maintenance of the 49 mm filter threads and coated surfaces. No autofocus motor or image stabilisation is present, so buyers needing those functions should look elsewhere.

How it compares

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Price $83.99
Cheaper than about 92% of the 2,570 comparable items (median $546.49).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameOpteka
Model nameOpteka115765
Product typeFixed Length Lens
Product colorBlack
Audio & video
Focus systemManual Focus
Lens focal length35 mm
Lens mountFujifilm X mount
Optical construction6 elements in 5 groups
StabilizationNo
Auto-focusNo
Size & build
Diameter49 mm
Filter thread size49 mm
Product dimensions2.25 × 1.7 × 2.25 in
Product weight7.2 oz

Questions about this item

How do I mount this lens on my Fuji X camera and what step do people forget?

Align the lens index with the camera mount index, rotate until it clicks, then set the aperture ring to the desired f-stop; the step often missed is switching the camera to “Shoot without lens” in the menu so the shutter fires without electronic communication.

What maintenance will this lens need over time?

The all-metal barrel and 49 mm filter thread only need occasional front-element cleaning with the included kit; the manual helicoid has no motors or electronics to service, and the 9-blade diaphragm stays lubricated for the life of the lens.

What limit appears first during extended handheld shooting?

At 7.2 oz the lens is light, but the f/1.7 maximum aperture means very shallow depth of field; precise manual focus on a 35 mm focal length becomes the practical limit before fatigue or thermal issues arise.

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