Vintage Lenses
    M39
    Prime
    35mm rangefinder

    Steinheil Mnchen Culminar 135mm f/4.5 VL

    4.3
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 4.0
    Mechanical: 4.3
    Value: 5.0
    Focal Length
    135mm
    Aperture
    f/4.5-32
    Mount
    M39
    Weight
    370g
    Steinheil Mnchen Culminar 135mm f/4.5 VL is a manual focus prime lens for 35mm rangefinder cameras.

    Optical design

    Average brightness in this league Has 17 aperture blades, this lens has a beautiful bokeh.

    Physical characteristics

    Weights 370 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. 121 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 35.5 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.

    Steinheil Mnchen Culminar 135mm f/4.5 VL purchase historyTrending up +7.4%/mo

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices are firming up around 7.4% per month across 12 months of tracked sales — fair value today, not a guaranteed investment.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $189.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $274.50
    All-time low
    $19.00
    Latest sale
    $37.00

    Best deals

    34 of 67 tracked sales (51%) closed at or under the $189.00 fair value.

    • Apr 3, 2025$19.00$-170.00 / typical
    • Apr 3, 2025$20.00$-169.00 / typical
    • Jul 23, 2024$21.00$-168.00 / typical
    • May 17, 2025$25.00$-164.00 / typical
    • Aug 6, 2024$28.00$-161.00 / typical

    eBay Auctions

    No active auctions found.

    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length135mm
    Aperturef/4.5-32
    Min Focus Distance1.5m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight370g
    Length121mm
    Filter Thread35.5mm
    MountM39
    Format35mm rangefinder

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    Reviews

    Dóra Tóth4.3/5

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Steinheil Mnchen Culminar 135mm f/4.5 VL?

    Steinheil Mnchen Culminar 135mm f/4.5 VL is a camera lens with 135mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/4.5/32, for the M39 mount, supporting the 35mm rangefinder format, weighing 370g.

    What mount is the Steinheil Mnchen Culminar 135mm f/4.5 VL compatible with?

    Steinheil Mnchen Culminar 135mm f/4.5 VL uses a M39 mount and supports the 35mm rangefinder format.

    How much does the Steinheil Mnchen Culminar 135mm f/4.5 VL cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Steinheil Mnchen Culminar 135mm f/4.5 VL typically sells for around $19.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Steinheil Mnchen Culminar 135mm f/4.5 VL a good lens?

    Steinheil Mnchen Culminar 135mm f/4.5 VL has a community rating of 4.3/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Steinheil Mnchen Culminar 135mm f/4.5 VL?

    Similar lenses include A.Schacht Ulm Travenar R 135mm f/3.5, Carl Zeiss Jena Triotar 135mm f/4.0, Hugo Meyer &Co Gorlitz Makro Plasmat 105mm f/2.7.

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    4.3
    Optical4.0/5
    Mechanical4.3/5
    Value5.0/5
    Bokeh4.3/5
    Usability4.0/5
    Based on 3 reviewers

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