Steinheil Mnchen Culminar 135mm f/4.5 VL
4.3
(1 reviews)Optical: 4.0
Mechanical: 4.3
Value: 5.0
Focal Length
135mm
Aperture
f/4.5-32
Mount
M39
Weight
370g
Steinheil Mnchen Culminar 135mm f/4.5 VL is a manual focus prime lens for 35mm rangefinder cameras.
Optical design
Has 17 aperture blades, this lens has a beautiful bokeh. Average brightness in this leaguePhysical characteristics
With a lens filter diameter of 35.5 mm you are one step from the next standard filter size, buy step-up ring and bigger filter but you can chose from plenty options. Weights 370 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. 121 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag.Steinheil Mnchen Culminar 135mm f/4.5 VL purchase history
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Purchases (67)
- Aug 3, 2025$37.00
- Jul 17, 2025$46.00
- Jul 17, 2025$47.00
- Jun 10, 2025$38.00
- Jun 4, 2025$189.00
- May 17, 2025$25.00
- May 13, 2025$263.00
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- May 13, 2025$279.00
- May 8, 2025$601.00
- May 8, 2025$580.00
- May 4, 2025$48.00
- May 4, 2025$50.00
- May 4, 2025$47.00
- Apr 26, 2025$40.00
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- Apr 26, 2025$42.00
- Apr 25, 2025$80.00
- Apr 25, 2025$82.00
- Apr 25, 2025$85.00
- Apr 3, 2025$19.00
- Apr 3, 2025$20.00
- Mar 25, 2025$33.00
- Mar 25, 2025$34.00
- Mar 25, 2025$35.00
- Mar 17, 2025$345.00
- Mar 17, 2025$338.00
- Mar 17, 2025$332.00
- Mar 17, 2025$350.00
- Feb 18, 2025$67.00
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- Feb 17, 2025$81.00
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- Feb 17, 2025$79.00
- Jan 31, 2025$56.00
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- Jan 14, 2025$54.00
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- Jan 8, 2025$434.00
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- Dec 26, 2024$65.00
- Dec 26, 2024$66.00
- Dec 26, 2024$62.00
- Nov 26, 2024$88.00
- Nov 26, 2024$86.00
- Nov 9, 2024$55.00
- Nov 1, 2024$55.00
- Oct 30, 2024$54.00
- Oct 27, 2024$43.00
- Oct 27, 2024$54.00
- Aug 6, 2024$28.00
- Jul 31, 2024$52.00
- Jul 23, 2024$21.00
Auctions (12)
- Aug 17, 2025High: $49.50 / Low: $39.99
- Jul 19, 2025High: $49.50 / Low: $49.50
- Jun 26, 2025High: $278.44 / Low: $20.00
- Jun 4, 2025High: $599.00 / Low: $20.00
- May 13, 2025High: $599.00 / Low: $20.00
- Apr 21, 2025High: $343.48 / Low: $20.00
- Mar 29, 2025High: $425.00 / Low: $34.00
- Mar 6, 2025High: $425.00 / Low: $42.04
- Feb 9, 2025High: $425.00 / Low: $42.04
- Jan 16, 2025High: $425.00 / Low: $39.00
- Aug 28, 2024High: $53.39 / Low: $21.50
- Aug 20, 2024High: $53.39 / Low: $21.50
What is the Steinheil Mnchen Culminar 135mm f/4.5 VL?
Steinheil Mnchen Culminar 135mm f/4.5 VL is a camera lens with 135mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/4.5/32, for the M39 mount, supporting the 35mm rangefinder format, weighing 370g.
Prices and availability are sourced from eBay sold listings and live auctions at request time.
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Technical Specifications
Optical
Focal Length135mm
Aperturef/4.5-32
Min Focus Distance1.5m
FocusingManual Focus
Physical
Weight370g
Length121mm
Filter Thread35.5mm
MountM39
Format35mm rangefinder
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Reviews
Dóra Tóth4.3/5
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Steinheil Mnchen Culminar 135mm f/4.5 VL?
Steinheil Mnchen Culminar 135mm f/4.5 VL is a camera lens with 135mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/4.5/32, for the M39 mount, supporting the 35mm rangefinder format, weighing 370g.
What mount is the Steinheil Mnchen Culminar 135mm f/4.5 VL compatible with?
Steinheil Mnchen Culminar 135mm f/4.5 VL uses a M39 mount and supports the 35mm rangefinder format.
How much does the Steinheil Mnchen Culminar 135mm f/4.5 VL cost?
Based on recent eBay sold listings the Steinheil Mnchen Culminar 135mm f/4.5 VL typically sells for around $19.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.
Is the Steinheil Mnchen Culminar 135mm f/4.5 VL a good lens?
Steinheil Mnchen Culminar 135mm f/4.5 VL has a community rating of 4.3/5 from 1 review(s).
Which lenses are similar to the Steinheil Mnchen Culminar 135mm f/4.5 VL?
Similar lenses include A.Schacht Ulm Travenar R 135mm f/3.5, Carl Zeiss Jena Triotar 135mm f/4.0, Hugo Meyer &Co Gorlitz Makro Plasmat 105mm f/2.7.
Current Pricing
Latest Price
€44.00
Review Summary
Overall Rating
4.3
Optical4.0/5
Mechanical4.3/5
Value5.0/5
Bokeh4.3/5
Usability4.0/5
Based on 3 reviewers