Vintage Lenses
    Leica M
    Wide angle
    35mm rangefinder

    Carl Zeiss Distagon T 18mm f/4 ZM

    4.2
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 5.0
    Mechanical: 5.0
    Value: 5.0
    Focal Length
    18mm
    Aperture
    f/4-22
    Mount
    Leica M
    Weight
    350g
    Carl Zeiss Distagon T 18mm f/4 ZM is a manual focus wide angle lens for 35mm rangefinder cameras.

    Optical design

    Has 10 aperture blades, this lens has a beautiful bokeh. Average brightness in this league

    Physical characteristics

    Weights 350 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. With a lens filter diameter of 58 mm commonly filter size, provides a range of filter options. 71 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag.

    Carl Zeiss Distagon T 18mm f/4 ZM purchase historyStable

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have held steady across 15 months of tracked sales — pay around the $550.00 fair value and watch for outliers below it.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $550.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $664.50
    All-time low
    $62.00
    Latest sale
    $1809.00

    Best deals

    504 of 1006 tracked sales (50%) closed at or under the $550.00 fair value.

    • May 6, 2025$62.00$-488.00 / typical
    • May 28, 2025$160.00$-390.00 / typical
    • May 28, 2025$162.00$-388.00 / typical
    • May 28, 2025$165.00$-385.00 / typical
    • Apr 22, 2025$171.00$-379.00 / typical

    eBay Auctions

    No active auctions found.

    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length18mm
    Aperturef/4-22
    Min Focus Distance0.5m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight350g
    Length71mm
    Filter Thread58mm
    MountLeica M
    Format35mm rangefinder

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    Reviews

    Kaede Ishikawa4.2/5

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Carl Zeiss Distagon T 18mm f/4 ZM?

    Carl Zeiss Distagon T 18mm f/4 ZM is a camera lens with 18mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/4/22, for the Leica M mount, supporting the 35mm rangefinder format, weighing 350g.

    What mount is the Carl Zeiss Distagon T 18mm f/4 ZM compatible with?

    Carl Zeiss Distagon T 18mm f/4 ZM uses a Leica M mount and supports the 35mm rangefinder format.

    How much does the Carl Zeiss Distagon T 18mm f/4 ZM cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Carl Zeiss Distagon T 18mm f/4 ZM typically sells for around $62.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Carl Zeiss Distagon T 18mm f/4 ZM a good lens?

    Carl Zeiss Distagon T 18mm f/4 ZM has a community rating of 4.2/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Carl Zeiss Distagon T 18mm f/4 ZM?

    Similar lenses include Carl Zeiss Biogon T 21mm f/2.8 ZM, Carl Zeiss Hologon 15mm f/8, Leica Elmarit-M 21mm f/2.8 Asph.

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    4.2
    Optical5.0/5
    Mechanical5.0/5
    Value5.0/5
    Bokeh3.0/5
    Usability3.0/5
    Based on 1 reviewer

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