If you're here, you will know of this lens' extremely high performance in the categories of absolute sharpness, flare control, 3D pop and contrast.
It is well known for its wake and vibrant colour rendition and that razor sharp Zeiss 3D pop and micro contrast.
Flare and fringing control is remarkable with it's T* coating.
It is made of solidly built, with lovely black paint.
It is incredibly lightweight, small, nimble and premiumly built.
The lens is native to Leica M mount, but of course can be mounted to any digital mirrorless camera, via an M-Adapter.
The lens has been extensively reviewed by the likes of Benj Haisch, Mr. Leica, Steve Huff, Ken Rockwell to name a few.
Please see pictures as they form part of the description.
Mechanically, the lens is 100% fully working.
Overall Mechanically, the lens is 10/10 (See pictures)
Aperture blades are clean, oil free. Aperture ring is very smooth, clicky and very haptic.
Focus ring is incredibly buttery smooth, focus throw is nice and short, and very tactile.
Cosmetically, the camera is in mint condition.
Overall Cosmetically, the camera is 9.5/10 (See pictures)
The lens barrel exhibits no scuffing or markings whatsoever.Being black paint designed to patina over time; the focus ring is only beginning to show very faint some signs of patina; however as per pictures, this can barely be seen.
Lens glass is clear, with no marks and is scratch-free.
There are no fungus, separation or hazing whatsoever.
Naturally, there may be a couple of dust specs but it is unnoticeable and does not impact pictures whatsoever.
The performance of this lens is unmatched.
Full specs listed at the bottom.
Package comes with:
Carl Zeiss Planar 50mm T* f/2 ZM Lens for Leica M mount
Original Carl Zeiss Lented Lens Hood (AUD $193.00 value!)
Hoya 43mm UV filter
Original Front and Rear Lens Caps
Item will be sent FREE POSTAGE for your convenience.
Item will be packed tightly, and safely for your assurance.
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Thank you, and good luck.
ZEISS Planar T* 50mm F/2 ZM Specs
| Color | Black |
| Focal Length | 50mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
| Lens Mount | Leica M |
| Angle of View | 47° |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 2.3' / 70 cm |
| Macro Reproduction Ratio | 1:12 |
| Optical Design | 6 Elements in 4 Groups |
| Diaphragm Blades | 10 |
| Focus Type | Manual Focus |
| Filter Size | 43 mm (Front) |
| Dimensions (ø x L) | 2 x 2.7" / 52 x 68 mm |
| Weight | 8.1 oz / 230 g |
Packaging Info
| Package Weight | 0.715 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 4.75 x 4.35 x 3.1" |