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Carl Zeiss Jena Sonnar 135mm / f:3.5 ZEBRA a.k.a. AUS JENA DDR S 1:3.5 f=135 ZEBRA

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AUS JENA DDR S 1:3.5 f=135 ZEBRA Focal length - 135mm Max. aperture - f/3.5 Min. aperture - f/22 Blades - 6 Min. Focus (m.) - 1 The big “S” on the front of the lens mean “Sonnar”. This is AUS JENA export version of Sonnar, quality control was more careful than on other lenses. Single coated. This lens takes pictures with visible chromatic aberration. Previous lenses that I tested did not have it so clear. The photos are excellent in terms of colors that are not saturated and sharpness which is visible in every detail, sharp image from the full open aperture. You need to press the pin or button to make the aperture close (otherwise it’s wide open all the time). The button is placed in a comfortable position and works very well. Optics: ★★★★☆ Sharp, true colors, visible chromatic aberration Ergonomics: ★★★★☆ A very pleasant to use. Quick and precise. Build quality: ★★★★☆ Solid metal with true glass. Little heavy.  Market value / value ...