Carl Zeiss Contarex Planar 50mm F/2

Specifications01

MountCONTAREX

Focal length50mm

Max aperturef/2

TypePortrait · Prime

Release year1957

Filter size56 mm

Min focus distance0.3 m

Aperture blades9

Optical elements6

Groups4

AutofocusNo

StabilizationNo

Aperture controlNone The aperture is controlled from the camera

Lens hoodBayonet-type 20.0712 (rectangular)

TeleconvertersNot available

EraFilm era

Production statusDiscontinued

Additional Info02

Lens TypeStandard prime lens

Field Notes02

Carl Zeiss Planar 50mm f/2 is a Contarex-mount standard prime lens. It was designed for general photography and produces a normal field of view at a relatively wide maximum aperture.

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