Pentacon Six
    Prime
    Medium Format SLR

    Carl Zeiss Jena Biometar 120mm f/2.8

    4.3
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 4.6
    Mechanical: 4.2
    Value: 4.2
    Focal Length
    120mm
    Aperture
    f/2.8-22
    Mount
    Pentacon Six
    Weight
    550g
    Carl Zeiss Jena Biometar 120mm f/2.8 is a manual focus prime lens for medium format slr cameras.

    Optical design

    Has 8 aperture blades, with this amount of aperture blades you will be satisfied with the result. Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value

    Physical characteristics

    Weights 550 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. 87 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 67 mm commonly filter size, presents numerous filter possibilities.

    Carl Zeiss Jena Biometar 120mm f/2.8 purchase historyStable

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have held steady across 22 months of tracked sales — pay around the $276.50 fair value and watch for outliers below it.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $276.50
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $310.00
    All-time low
    $49.00
    Latest sale
    $429.00

    Best deals

    157 of 313 tracked sales (50%) closed at or under the $276.50 fair value.

    • Jan 27, 2025$49.00$-227.50 / typical
    • Jan 27, 2025$51.00$-225.50 / typical
    • Jan 27, 2025$53.00$-223.50 / typical
    • Jun 23, 2024$100.00$-176.50 / typical
    • Jun 23, 2024$101.00$-175.50 / typical

    eBay Auctions

    No active auctions found.

    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length120mm
    Aperturef/2.8-22
    Min Focus Distance1.3m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight550g
    Length87mm
    Filter Thread67mm
    MountPentacon Six
    FormatMedium Format SLR

    Reviews

    Sophia Becker4.3/5

    Reviewer did not give any comments for Carl Zeiss Jena Biometar 120mm f/2.8

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Carl Zeiss Jena Biometar 120mm f/2.8?

    Carl Zeiss Jena Biometar 120mm f/2.8 is a camera lens with 120mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8/22, for the Pentacon Six mount, supporting the Medium Format SLR format, weighing 550g.

    What mount is the Carl Zeiss Jena Biometar 120mm f/2.8 compatible with?

    Carl Zeiss Jena Biometar 120mm f/2.8 uses a Pentacon Six mount and supports the Medium Format SLR format.

    How much does the Carl Zeiss Jena Biometar 120mm f/2.8 cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Carl Zeiss Jena Biometar 120mm f/2.8 typically sells for around $49.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Carl Zeiss Jena Biometar 120mm f/2.8 a good lens?

    Carl Zeiss Jena Biometar 120mm f/2.8 has a community rating of 4.3/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Carl Zeiss Jena Biometar 120mm f/2.8?

    Similar lenses include Carl Zeiss Jena Biotar 100mm f/2, Hugo Meyer Primoplan 100mm f/1.9, Isco-Gottingen Projar 100mm f/2.8.

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    4.3
    Optical4.6/5
    Mechanical4.2/5
    Value4.2/5
    Bokeh4.6/5
    Usability3.8/5
    Based on 5 reviewers

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