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    ExaktaM42
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    Full frame

    Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 50mm f/2.8 T

    4.1
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 4.3
    Mechanical: 4.4
    Value: 21.0
    Focal Length
    50mm
    Aperture
    f/2.8-16
    Mount
    Exakta, M42
    Weight
    112g
    Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 50mm f/2.8 T is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.

    Optical design

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

    Physical characteristics

    45 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 40.5 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 112 grams so convinient to carry.

    Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 50mm f/2.8 T purchase historyStable

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have held steady across 51 months of tracked sales — pay around the $73.50 fair value and watch for outliers below it.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $73.50
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $82.25
    All-time low
    $18.00
    Latest sale
    $104.00

    Best deals

    84 of 166 tracked sales (51%) closed at or under the $73.50 fair value.

    • Feb 7, 2022$18.00$-55.50 / typical
    • Feb 20, 2024$20.00$-53.50 / typical
    • Nov 20, 2023$26.00$-47.50 / typical
    • Feb 20, 2024$27.00$-46.50 / typical
    • May 3, 2021$29.00$-44.50 / typical

    eBay Auctions

    No active auctions found.

    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length50mm
    Aperturef/2.8-16
    Min Focus Distance0.5m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight112g
    Length45.2mm
    Filter Thread40.5mm
    MountExakta, M42
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Leon Schröder4.1/5

    Reviewer did not give any comments for Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 50mm f/2.8 T

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 50mm f/2.8 T?

    Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 50mm f/2.8 T is a camera lens with 50mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8/16, for the Exakta, M42 mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 112g.

    What mount is the Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 50mm f/2.8 T compatible with?

    Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 50mm f/2.8 T uses a Exakta, M42 mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 50mm f/2.8 T cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 50mm f/2.8 T typically sells for around $18.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 50mm f/2.8 T a good lens?

    Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 50mm f/2.8 T has a community rating of 4.1/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 50mm f/2.8 T?

    Similar lenses include Carl Zeiss Ultron 50mm f/1.8 (Icarex 35), Isco-Gottingen Edixa ISCO-MAT 50mm f/1.9, Marexar-CX 38-50mm f/3.5 MC.

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    4.1
    Optical4.3/5
    Mechanical4.4/5
    Value21.0/5
    Bokeh22.0/5
    Usability4.0/5
    Based on 22 reviewers

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