Jupiter-12 1:2.8 Soviet photographic lens with a focal length of 35 mm, for cameras "Zenith" and "Zorkiy" with M39 mount Made in the USSR


The Jupiter-12 1:2.8 lens was produced in the USSR and was widely used during the Soviet era. This is a photographic lens with a focal length of 35mm and a maximum aperture of 2.8. It was released in 1963 at the Krasnogorsk Optical and Mechanical Plant (KOMZ) and was intended for Soviet cameras with an M39 mount, such as Zenit and Zorkiy.


The Jupiter-12 lens had a reputation for quality glass and was very popular among photography enthusiasts in the USSR due to its affordability and acceptable quality.


Although Soviet lenses, including Jupiter-12, did not compare with some Western optics, they had their own uniqueness and characteristic shade of color reproduction. Jupiter-12 is currently of interest to collectors and photographers who want to experiment with vintage lenses and create a special effect in their shots.


Jupiter-12 lens specifications:

Focal length: 35 mm.
Maximum aperture: f/2.8.
Minimum aperture: f/22.
Lens construction: 3 groups of 5 lenses.
Viewing angle: about 63 degrees.
Focal length for shooting at infinity: approximately 1 m.
Filter thread: 40.5 mm.
Bayonet mount: M39 (Leica Screw Mount).
Dimensions: approx. 61 mm (diameter) x 52 mm (length).
Weight: about 240g.
The Jupiter-12 1:2.8 lens had a mechanical focus and a manual aperture. It was intended for use with cameras equipped with the appropriate M39 mount. The lens has a classic design and vintage look that can attract the attention of collectors and photographers interested in vintage lenses.

CONDITION:

The lens is in good condition! Everything works fine. Glass is clean and clear, no scratches, no fungus. The diaphragm-control ring turns smoothly and accurate. The focusing is smooth and precise. 

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