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    Leica M
    Prime
    35mm rangefinder

    Carl Zeiss Tele-Tessar T 85mm f/4

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    Focal Length
    85mm
    Aperture
    f/4-22
    Mount
    Leica M
    Weight
    310g
    Carl Zeiss Tele-Tessar T 85mm f/4 is a manual focus prime lens for 35mm rangefinder cameras.

    Optical design

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

    Physical characteristics

    95 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 43 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 310 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary.

    Carl Zeiss Tele-Tessar T 85mm f/4 purchase historyStable

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have held steady across 15 months of tracked sales — pay around the $505.00 fair value and watch for outliers below it.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $505.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $537.00
    All-time low
    $28.00
    Latest sale
    $638.00

    Best deals

    44 of 87 tracked sales (51%) closed at or under the $505.00 fair value.

    • Dec 19, 2024$28.00$-477.00 / typical
    • Dec 19, 2024$29.00$-476.00 / typical
    • Jul 23, 2024$49.00$-456.00 / typical
    • Jul 23, 2024$50.00$-455.00 / typical
    • Oct 21, 2024$50.00$-455.00 / typical

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    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length85mm
    Aperturef/4-22
    Min Focus Distance0.9m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight310g
    Length95mm
    Filter Thread43mm
    MountLeica M
    Format35mm rangefinder

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Carl Zeiss Tele-Tessar T 85mm f/4?

    Carl Zeiss Tele-Tessar T 85mm f/4 is a camera lens with 85mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/4/22, for the Leica M mount, supporting the 35mm rangefinder format, weighing 310g.

    What mount is the Carl Zeiss Tele-Tessar T 85mm f/4 compatible with?

    Carl Zeiss Tele-Tessar T 85mm f/4 uses a Leica M mount and supports the 35mm rangefinder format.

    How much does the Carl Zeiss Tele-Tessar T 85mm f/4 cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Carl Zeiss Tele-Tessar T 85mm f/4 typically sells for around $28.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Which lenses are similar to the Carl Zeiss Tele-Tessar T 85mm f/4?

    Similar lenses include 7Artisans 75mm f/1.25, Ernst Leitz Wetzlar Elmar 90mm f/4, Leica Apo-Summicron-M 75mm f/2 Asph.

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