M42Rollei 35mm
    Wide angle
    Full frame

    Carl Zeiss Distagon HFT 25mm f/2.8 QBM

    5.0
    (29 reviews)
    Optical: 5.0
    Mechanical: 4.5
    Value: 2.0
    Focal Length
    25mm
    Aperture
    f/2.8-22
    Mount
    M42, Rollei 35mm
    Weight
    310g
    Carl Zeiss Distagon HFT 25mm f/2.8 QBM is a manual focus wide angle lens for full frame cameras.

    Optical design

    Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle. Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value

    Physical characteristics

    Weights 310 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. 64 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 49 mm commonly filter size, provides a range of filter options.

    Carl Zeiss Distagon HFT 25mm f/2.8 QBM purchase historyTrending down 2.3%/mo

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have been easing around 2.3% per month — sellers are flexible, aim for deals below $260.50.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $260.50
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $368.25
    All-time low
    $51.00
    Latest sale
    $620.00

    Best deals

    878 of 1755 tracked sales (50%) closed at or under the $260.50 fair value.

    • May 1, 2025$51.00$-209.50 / typical
    • May 1, 2025$53.00$-207.50 / typical
    • Apr 18, 2025$54.00$-206.50 / typical
    • Apr 18, 2025$56.00$-204.50 / typical
    • Apr 18, 2025$57.00$-203.50 / typical

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    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length25mm
    Aperturef/2.8-22
    Min Focus Distance0.25m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight310g
    Length64mm
    Filter Thread49mm
    MountM42, Rollei 35mm
    FormatFull frame

    Reviews

    Carl Zeiss Distagon 28/2.85.0/5

    Carl Zeiss Distagon 28/2.8 I love this lens. I assume it's durable. I don't even know why they ask that. It's such a beautiful focal length, wide, but not so wide you can't see anything. I feel so comfortable with it. I know people say we naturally see in 35mm focal length, but I think 28mm is closer. It has a spaciousness to it, a feeling of not being hemmed in, like a feeling of freedom. It's just this side of the Super-Angulon. It's really nice without being kind of I hate to say overdone, because I love the Super-Angulon, but almost enough is enough. I think 28mm is really nice and I could live with it for a very long time.

    One of the best 28mm out there5.0/5

    One of the best 28mm out there One of the best 28mm lens one could get for full frame cameras. Use cases exclude non stabilized night photography (due to 2.8 aperture) and where extreme corner sharpness is required, where a similar Nikon with floating element would be better.

    Heavy but Sturdy5.0/5

    Heavy but Sturdy This is a very well constructed lens, both mechanically and optically. It is larger and heavier than other 28mm lenses of this aperture. But on the positive side, this makes it easier to adjust the focus and aperture.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Carl Zeiss Distagon HFT 25mm f/2.8 QBM?

    Carl Zeiss Distagon HFT 25mm f/2.8 QBM is a camera lens with 25mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8/22, for the M42, Rollei 35mm mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 310g.

    What mount is the Carl Zeiss Distagon HFT 25mm f/2.8 QBM compatible with?

    Carl Zeiss Distagon HFT 25mm f/2.8 QBM uses a M42, Rollei 35mm mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Carl Zeiss Distagon HFT 25mm f/2.8 QBM cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Carl Zeiss Distagon HFT 25mm f/2.8 QBM typically sells for around $51.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Carl Zeiss Distagon HFT 25mm f/2.8 QBM a good lens?

    Carl Zeiss Distagon HFT 25mm f/2.8 QBM has a community rating of 5.0/5 from 29 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Carl Zeiss Distagon HFT 25mm f/2.8 QBM?

    Similar lenses include Gemini Wide-Auto 28mm f/2.8 MC, Lenmar 28mm f/2.8 MC Wide-Auto, Pallas 28mm f/2.8 Auto MC.

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    4.3
    Optical5.0/5
    Mechanical4.5/5
    Value2.0/5
    Bokeh2.0/5
    Usability5.0/5
    Based on 2 reviewers

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