Contax Carl Zeiss Biogon 28mm f2.8 Lens - L39 Converted
This is a pristine and rare Contax Carl Zeiss Biogon 28mm f2.8 lens, expertly converted to an L39 mount. This lens delivers stunning sharpness and minimal distortion, making it a perfect choice for landscape and street photography. It is compatible with ZORKI, Leica LTM & M-Mounts, CANON, Voigtlander, FED, and SONY, Fujifilm, CANON and M4/3's mirrorless.
Does not come with a camera and is geared towards more the ANSEL ADAMS-type photographer but all are welcomed.
Key Features:
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Maximum Aperture: f/2.
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Focal Length: 28mm (Wide Angle)
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Focus Type: Manual
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Exterior Material: Aluminum
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Compatible Filter Size: 46m
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Country of Manufacture: Japan
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Optical Design: 7 elements in 5 groups
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Aperture Blades: 6 blades
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Minimum Focusing Distance: 0.5m (1.6 ft)
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Mount: Originally Contax G-mount (though the specific lens you described has been converted to an L39 mount)
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Field of View (Diagonal): 75°
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Weight: .55 lb
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Dimensions: Approximately 2.45" (diameter) x 1.85" (length)
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Coatings: T* multi-coating, which is a hallmark of Carl Zeiss lenses and is designed to reduce flare and ghosting.
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Material: Aluminum body, in champagne finish.
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Focus Type: The original lens for the Contax G cameras was autofocus (driven by the camera body), but in its converted L39 state, it is