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    ExaktaM42
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    Carl Zeiss Jena Biometar 80mm f/2.8 T 1Q

    4.3
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 4.5
    Mechanical: 5.0
    Value: 3.0
    Focal Length
    80mm
    Aperture
    f/2.8-16
    Mount
    Exakta, M42
    Weight
    230g
    Carl Zeiss Jena Biometar 80mm f/2.8 T 1Q is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.

    Optical design

    Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value Has 12 aperture blades, this lens has a beautiful bokeh.

    Physical characteristics

    55 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. Weights 230 grams so consider putting to your camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 49 mm commonly filter size, offers a wide range of filter options.

    Carl Zeiss Jena Biometar 80mm f/2.8 T 1Q purchase historyStable

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have held steady across 14 months of tracked sales — pay around the $310.00 fair value and watch for outliers below it.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $310.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $637.25
    All-time low
    $18.00
    Latest sale
    $140.00

    Best deals

    1013 of 2021 tracked sales (50%) closed at or under the $310.00 fair value.

    • Jun 8, 2025$18.00$-292.00 / typical
    • Jun 13, 2025$18.00$-292.00 / typical
    • Jul 5, 2025$19.00$-291.00 / typical
    • May 12, 2025$24.00$-286.00 / typical
    • Jan 18, 2025$25.00$-285.00 / typical

    eBay Auctions

    No active auctions found.

    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length80mm
    Aperturef/2.8-16
    Min Focus Distance0.8m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight230g
    Length55.5mm
    Filter Thread49mm
    MountExakta, M42
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Maria Vargas4.3/5

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Carl Zeiss Jena Biometar 80mm f/2.8 T 1Q?

    Carl Zeiss Jena Biometar 80mm f/2.8 T 1Q is a camera lens with 80mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8/16, for the Exakta, M42 mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 230g.

    What mount is the Carl Zeiss Jena Biometar 80mm f/2.8 T 1Q compatible with?

    Carl Zeiss Jena Biometar 80mm f/2.8 T 1Q uses a Exakta, M42 mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Carl Zeiss Jena Biometar 80mm f/2.8 T 1Q cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Carl Zeiss Jena Biometar 80mm f/2.8 T 1Q typically sells for around $18.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Carl Zeiss Jena Biometar 80mm f/2.8 T 1Q a good lens?

    Carl Zeiss Jena Biometar 80mm f/2.8 T 1Q has a community rating of 4.3/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Carl Zeiss Jena Biometar 80mm f/2.8 T 1Q?

    Similar lenses include Carl Zeiss Dynarex 90mm f/3.4 (Icarex 35), Chinon 100mm f/2.8 Auto (Tomioka), Fujinon T 100mm f/2.8 (I).

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    4.3
    Optical4.5/5
    Mechanical5.0/5
    Value3.0/5
    Bokeh5.0/5
    Usability4.0/5
    Based on 2 reviewers

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