Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 85mm f/2.8 C/Y
4.8
(1 reviews)Optical: 5.0
Mechanical: 5.0
Value: 4.4
Focal Length
85mm
Aperture
f/2.8-22
Mount
C/Y (contax/yashica)
Weight
265g
Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 85mm f/2.8 C/Y is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.
Optical design
Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value 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
47 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 55 mm commonly filter size, gives you a variety of filter options. Weights 265 grams so consider putting to your camera bag.Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 85mm f/2.8 C/Y purchase history
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What is the Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 85mm f/2.8 C/Y?
Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 85mm f/2.8 C/Y is a camera lens with 85mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8/22, for the C/Y (contax/yashica) mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 265g.
Prices and availability are sourced from eBay sold listings and live auctions at request time.
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Technical Specifications
Optical
Focal Length85mm
Aperturef/2.8-22
Min Focus Distance1m
FocusingManual Focus
Physical
Weight265g
Length47mm
Filter Thread55mm
MountC/Y (contax/yashica)
FormatFull frame
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Reviews
Arthur Roux4.8/5
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 85mm f/2.8 C/Y?
Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 85mm f/2.8 C/Y is a camera lens with 85mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8/22, for the C/Y (contax/yashica) mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 265g.
What mount is the Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 85mm f/2.8 C/Y compatible with?
Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 85mm f/2.8 C/Y uses a C/Y (contax/yashica) mount and supports the Full frame format.
How much does the Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 85mm f/2.8 C/Y cost?
Based on recent eBay sold listings the Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 85mm f/2.8 C/Y typically sells for around $150.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.
Is the Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 85mm f/2.8 C/Y a good lens?
Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 85mm f/2.8 C/Y has a community rating of 4.8/5 from 1 review(s).
Which lenses are similar to the Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 85mm f/2.8 C/Y?
Similar lenses include Carl Zeiss Planar 100mm f/2 C/Y, Carl Zeiss Planar T 85mm f/1.2 C/Y, Carl Zeiss Planar T 85mm f/1.4 C/Y.
Current Pricing
Latest Price
€309.00
Review Summary
Overall Rating
4.8
Optical5.0/5
Mechanical5.0/5
Value4.4/5
Bokeh4.8/5
Usability4.6/5
Based on 5 reviewers