Canon E 50mm f/3.5 Enlarging Lens
The Canon E 50mm f/3.5 is an enlarging lens rather than a taking lens, designed for use on a darkroom enlarger to project negatives onto photographic paper. It is a specialty optic from Canon's wider photographic accessory line.
Auction data for this lens is extremely thin: a single UK saleroom result from February 2024 saw one example sell for £5 at hammer. On that basis the lens currently sits at the bottom of the darkroom-accessory market in 2026, and any value beyond a few pounds would need to be established by further sales evidence.
Sales History
Prices shown are UK auction hammer results — the wholesale level achieved in the saleroom. Neither buyer’s nor seller’s commission is included. Dealer and retail asking prices are typically higher.
Prices updated: February 2024
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Feb 2024 | £5 | Special Auction Services | |
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Auction: Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 41) Title: A Canon E 50mm f/3.5 Enlarging Lens
Description:
A Canon E 50mm f/3.5 Enlarging Lens, barrel G, crack to inner part of hood, elements VG, in Canon keeper |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Canon E 50mm f/3.5 Enlarging Lens worth today?
Based on the only confirmed UK auction record, one example sold for £5 at hammer in early 2024, so its current market value is very low.
How much does a Canon E 50mm f/3.5 Enlarging Lens sell for at auction?
The available sales evidence shows a single hammer price of £5, and there is not enough data to establish a reliable price range.
Is the Canon E 50mm f/3.5 a camera lens?
No, it is an enlarging lens intended for darkroom use, not a lens for mounting on a camera body.