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    Carl Zeiss Tessar 50mm f/2.8 (Icarex 35)

    4.4
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 4.3
    Mechanical: 5.0
    Value: 5.0
    Focal Length
    50mm
    Aperture
    f/2.8-16
    Mount
    M42, Other mount
    Weight
    191g
    Carl Zeiss Tessar 50mm f/2.8 (Icarex 35) is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.

    Optical design

    Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value Has 5 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle.

    Physical characteristics

    Weights 191 grams so convinient to carry. 35 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag.

    Carl Zeiss Tessar 50mm f/2.8 (Icarex 35) purchase history

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Not enough sales history yet for a reliable price trend.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $44.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $44.50
    All-time low
    $42.00
    Latest sale
    $45.00

    Best deals

    2 of 3 tracked sales (67%) closed at or under the $44.00 fair value.

    • Apr 30, 2025$42.00$-2.00 / typical
    • Apr 30, 2025$44.00$0.00 / typical
    • Apr 30, 2025$45.00$1.00 / typical

    eBay Auctions

    No active auctions found.

    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length50mm
    Aperturef/2.8-16
    Min Focus Distance0.45m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight191g
    Length35mm
    Filter Threadnomm
    MountM42, Other mount
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Mio Matsumoto4.4/5

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Carl Zeiss Tessar 50mm f/2.8 (Icarex 35)?

    Carl Zeiss Tessar 50mm f/2.8 (Icarex 35) is a camera lens with 50mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8/16, for the M42, Other mount mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 191g.

    What mount is the Carl Zeiss Tessar 50mm f/2.8 (Icarex 35) compatible with?

    Carl Zeiss Tessar 50mm f/2.8 (Icarex 35) uses a M42, Other mount mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Carl Zeiss Tessar 50mm f/2.8 (Icarex 35) cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Carl Zeiss Tessar 50mm f/2.8 (Icarex 35) typically sells for around $42.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Carl Zeiss Tessar 50mm f/2.8 (Icarex 35) a good lens?

    Carl Zeiss Tessar 50mm f/2.8 (Icarex 35) has a community rating of 4.4/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Carl Zeiss Tessar 50mm f/2.8 (Icarex 35)?

    Similar lenses include Carl Zeiss Ultron 50mm f/1.8 (Icarex 35), Isco-Gottingen Edixa ISCO-MAT 50mm f/1.9, Kern Macro-Switar 50mm f/1.9.

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    4.4
    Optical4.3/5
    Mechanical5.0/5
    Value5.0/5
    Bokeh4.3/5
    Usability3.3/5
    Based on 3 reviewers

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