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Carl Zeiss Jena DDR Sonnar 135mm f/3.5

Name: Carl Zeiss Jena DDR Sonnar 135mm f/3.5
Brand: Carl
SKU: carl-zeiss-jena-ddr-sonnar-135mm-f-3-5
Availability: InStock

4.0

(1 reviews)

Optical: 4.0

Mechanical: 4.0

Value: 5.0

Focal Length

135mm

Aperture

f/3.5-22

Mount

M42

Weight

430g

Carl Zeiss Jena DDR Sonnar 135mm f/3.5 is a manual focus prime 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. Average brightness in this league

Physical characteristics

Weights 430 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. With a lens filter diameter of 49 mm commonly filter size, presents numerous filter possibilities. 90 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag.

Carl Zeiss Jena DDR Sonnar 135mm f/3.5 purchase history

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What is the Carl Zeiss Jena DDR Sonnar 135mm f/3.5?

Carl Zeiss Jena DDR Sonnar 135mm f/3.5 is a camera lens with 135mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/3.5/22, for the M42 mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 430g.

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/3.5-22

Min Focus Distance1m

FocusingManual Focus

Physical

Weight430g

Length90mm

Filter Thread49mm

MountM42

FormatFull frame

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Carl Zeiss Jena DDR Sonnar 135mm f/3.5?

Carl Zeiss Jena DDR Sonnar 135mm f/3.5 is a camera lens with 135mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/3.5/22, for the M42 mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 430g.

What mount is the Carl Zeiss Jena DDR Sonnar 135mm f/3.5 compatible with?

Carl Zeiss Jena DDR Sonnar 135mm f/3.5 uses a M42 mount and supports the Full frame format.

How much does the Carl Zeiss Jena DDR Sonnar 135mm f/3.5 cost?

Based on recent eBay sold listings the Carl Zeiss Jena DDR Sonnar 135mm f/3.5 typically sells for around $32.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

Is the Carl Zeiss Jena DDR Sonnar 135mm f/3.5 a good lens?

Carl Zeiss Jena DDR Sonnar 135mm f/3.5 has a community rating of 4.0/5 from 1 review(s).

Which lenses are similar to the Carl Zeiss Jena DDR Sonnar 135mm f/3.5?

Similar lenses include Amicam 135mm f/2.8 Multi-Coated 135T, Astron 135mm f/2.8, Eyemik 135mm f/1.8 Auto Multi-Coated.

Current Pricing

Latest Price

€294.00

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Review Summary

Overall Rating

4.0

Optical4.0/5

Mechanical4.0/5

Value5.0/5

Bokeh5.0/5

Usability4.0/5

Based on 5 reviewers