Carl Zeiss Jena Sonnar 50mm f/2

    4.4
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 5.0
    Mechanical: 5.0
    Value: 3.0
    Focal Length
    50mm
    Aperture
    f/2-22
    Mount
    Contax I-III (CRM), M39 Leica screw-mount (LSM)
    Weight
    g
    Carl Zeiss Jena Sonnar 50mm f/2 is a manual focus prime lens for 35mm rangefinder cameras.

    Optical design

    Has 9 aperture blades, with this amount of aperture blades you will be satisfied with the result. Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value

    Carl Zeiss Jena Sonnar 50mm f/2 purchase history

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    Auctions (65)

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    What is the Carl Zeiss Jena Sonnar 50mm f/2?

    Carl Zeiss Jena Sonnar 50mm f/2 is a camera lens with 50mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2/22, for the Contax I-III (CRM), M39 Leica screw-mount (LSM) mount, supporting the 35mm rangefinder format.

    Prices and availability are sourced from eBay sold listings and live auctions at request time.

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    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length50mm
    Aperturef/2-22
    Min Focus Distancem
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weightg
    Lengthmm
    Filter Threadmm
    MountContax I-III (CRM), M39 Leica screw-mount (LSM)
    Format35mm rangefinder

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    Reviews

    Alessia Mancini4.4/5

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Carl Zeiss Jena Sonnar 50mm f/2?

    Carl Zeiss Jena Sonnar 50mm f/2 is a camera lens with 50mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2/22, for the Contax I-III (CRM), M39 Leica screw-mount (LSM) mount, supporting the 35mm rangefinder format.

    What mount is the Carl Zeiss Jena Sonnar 50mm f/2 compatible with?

    Carl Zeiss Jena Sonnar 50mm f/2 uses a Contax I-III (CRM), M39 Leica screw-mount (LSM) mount and supports the 35mm rangefinder format.

    How much does the Carl Zeiss Jena Sonnar 50mm f/2 cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Carl Zeiss Jena Sonnar 50mm f/2 typically sells for around $1.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Carl Zeiss Jena Sonnar 50mm f/2 a good lens?

    Carl Zeiss Jena Sonnar 50mm f/2 has a community rating of 4.4/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Carl Zeiss Jena Sonnar 50mm f/2?

    Similar lenses include Braun Color Ultralit 50mm f/2.8, Carl Zeiss-Ikon Sonnar 57mm f/2.0, Carl Zeiss Jena Sonnar 50mm f/1.5.

    Current Pricing

    Latest Price
    €351.00

    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    4.4
    Optical5.0/5
    Mechanical5.0/5
    Value3.0/5
    Bokeh5.0/5
    Usability4.0/5
    Based on 1 reviewer