Carl Zeiss Jena MC Pancolar 50mm f/1.8 Lens – Electric – M42 Mount – VGC

Overview

The Carl Zeiss Jena DDR electric MC Pancolar 50mm f/1.8 is one of the most respected East German standard primes, known for its sharpness, strong micro‑contrast and classic Zeiss Jena rendering. The electric version includes Praktica‑style electrical contacts for open‑aperture metering on compatible bodies while remaining fully compatible with all M42 mount cameras and digital adapters.
This example is in Very Good Condition, fully tested and working.

Condition

Overall Condition: Very Good

• Optics mostly clear with peripheral fungus to edges of front element
• Multi‑coating intact with light cleaning marks only
• Aperture blades clean, snappy and oil‑free
• Focus smooth and correctly damped
• Exterior shows light cosmetic wear appropriate for age
• Electric contacts clean and undamaged
• M42 mount clean with no damage
• No separation, dents or mechanical issues observed

Included

• Carl Zeiss Jena DDR electric MC Pancolar 50mm f/1.8 lens
• Front cap
• Rear cap

No other items included unless specified.

Key Features

• 50mm standard prime
• f/1.8 maximum aperture
• MC (multi‑coated) optics
• Electric contacts for Praktica metering
• M42 screw mount
• Smooth manual focus
• Classic Zeiss Jena rendering with strong micro‑contrast
• Ideal for portraits, general use and adapted digital shooting

Collectors / Buyer Notes

The electric MC Pancolar 50mm f/1.8 is one of the most desirable M42‑mount Zeiss Jena lenses, valued for its optical performance and distinctive character. Clean, tested examples remain in strong demand among collectors and digital shooters.

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