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    C/Y (contax/yashica)
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    Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 100mm f/3.5 C/Y

    4.2
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 4.0
    Mechanical: 5.0
    Value: 3.0
    Focal Length
    100mm
    Aperture
    f/3.5-22
    Mount
    C/Y (contax/yashica)
    Weight
    285g
    Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 100mm f/3.5 C/Y is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.

    Optical design

    Average brightness in this league Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle.

    Physical characteristics

    61 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 55 mm commonly filter size, offers a wide range of filter options. Weights 285 grams so consider putting to your camera bag.

    Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 100mm f/3.5 C/Y purchase historyTrending up +2.2%/mo

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices are firming up around 2.2% per month across 13 months of tracked sales — fair value today, not a guaranteed investment.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $234.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $345.00
    All-time low
    $39.00
    Latest sale
    $215.00

    Best deals

    155 of 305 tracked sales (51%) closed at or under the $234.00 fair value.

    • Jun 6, 2025$39.00$-195.00 / typical
    • Aug 14, 2025$64.00$-170.00 / typical
    • Aug 9, 2025$73.00$-161.00 / typical
    • Jun 24, 2025$75.00$-159.00 / typical
    • Jun 29, 2025$83.00$-151.00 / typical

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    No active auctions found.

    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length100mm
    Aperturef/3.5-22
    Min Focus Distance1m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight285g
    Length61mm
    Filter Thread55mm
    MountC/Y (contax/yashica)
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Hanna Kovács4.2/5

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 100mm f/3.5 C/Y?

    Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 100mm f/3.5 C/Y is a camera lens with 100mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/3.5/22, for the C/Y (contax/yashica) mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 285g.

    What mount is the Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 100mm f/3.5 C/Y compatible with?

    Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 100mm f/3.5 C/Y uses a C/Y (contax/yashica) mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 100mm f/3.5 C/Y cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 100mm f/3.5 C/Y typically sells for around $39.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 100mm f/3.5 C/Y a good lens?

    Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 100mm f/3.5 C/Y has a community rating of 4.2/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 100mm f/3.5 C/Y?

    Similar lenses include ARAX 80mm f/2.8 S&T, Carl Zeiss Makro-Planar T 100mm f/2.8 C/Y, Carl Zeiss Planar 100mm f/2 C/Y.

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    4.2
    Optical4.0/5
    Mechanical5.0/5
    Value3.0/5
    Bokeh5.0/5
    Usability4.0/5
    Based on 2 reviewers

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