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    Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 135mm f/2.8 C/Y

    4.7
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 4.8
    Mechanical: 4.9
    Value: 4.3
    Focal Length
    135mm
    Aperture
    f/2.8-22
    Mount
    C/Y (contax/yashica)
    Weight
    585g
    Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 135mm f/2.8 C/Y 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. Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value

    Physical characteristics

    93 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. Weights 585 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. With a lens filter diameter of 55 mm commonly filter size, provides a range of filter options.

    Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 135mm f/2.8 C/Y purchase historyStable

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have held steady across 16 months of tracked sales — pay around the $130.00 fair value and watch for outliers below it.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $130.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $158.00
    All-time low
    $8.00
    Latest sale
    $72.00

    Best deals

    221 of 440 tracked sales (50%) closed at or under the $130.00 fair value.

    • Jul 30, 2024$8.00$-122.00 / typical
    • Jul 22, 2024$34.00$-96.00 / typical
    • Jul 22, 2024$35.00$-95.00 / typical
    • Apr 14, 2025$38.00$-92.00 / typical
    • Apr 14, 2025$39.00$-91.00 / typical

    eBay Auctions

    No active auctions found.

    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length135mm
    Aperturef/2.8-22
    Min Focus Distance1.6m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight585g
    Length93mm
    Filter Thread55mm
    MountC/Y (contax/yashica)
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Jonas Wagner4.7/5

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 135mm f/2.8 C/Y?

    Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 135mm f/2.8 C/Y is a camera lens with 135mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8/22, for the C/Y (contax/yashica) mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 585g.

    What mount is the Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 135mm f/2.8 C/Y compatible with?

    Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 135mm f/2.8 C/Y uses a C/Y (contax/yashica) mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 135mm f/2.8 C/Y cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 135mm f/2.8 C/Y typically sells for around $8.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 135mm f/2.8 C/Y a good lens?

    Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 135mm f/2.8 C/Y has a community rating of 4.7/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Carl Zeiss Sonnar T 135mm f/2.8 C/Y?

    Similar lenses include Carl Zeiss Jena Triotar 135mm f/4.0, Carl Zeiss Planar 135mm f/2 C/Y, JCPenney 135mm f/2.8 MC.

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    4.7
    Optical4.8/5
    Mechanical4.9/5
    Value4.3/5
    Bokeh4.7/5
    Usability4.6/5
    Based on 10 reviewers

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