Carl Zeiss Jena Flektogon 35mm f/2.4 DDR – M42 Mount Lens – Nr Mint

Description:
The Carl Zeiss Jena Flektogon 35mm f/2.4 is a cult classic wide-angle lens from East Germany, prized for its close focusing ability, rich colour rendering, and smooth bokeh. Built with the M42 screw mount, it’s compatible with a wide range of vintage SLRs and easily adaptable to modern mirrorless systems.

This multicoated version offers excellent contrast and flare resistance, making it ideal for landscape, street, and environmental portrait photography. With a minimum focusing distance of just 0.2m, it’s also capable of near-macro work, giving it remarkable versatility in a compact, all-metal build.

Key Features:

• 35mm wide-angle focal length for general and landscape use
• Fast f/2.4 aperture for low-light and shallow depth of field
• Multicoated optics for improved contrast and reduced flare
• Exceptionally close focusing distance of 0.2m
• M42 screw mount – adaptable to most mirrorless systems
• Manual focus with smooth helicoid action
• Compact, durable metal construction
• Classic East German craftsmanship

Specifications:

• Focal length: 35mm
• Maximum aperture: f/2.4
• Minimum aperture: f/22
• Optical design: 6 elements in 6 groups
• Diaphragm: 6 blades
• Minimum focus distance: 0.2m
• Filter thread: 49mm
• Mount: M42 screw
• Weight: Approx. 260g

Condition:
Excellent near mint Condition. Optics are clean—no haze, fungus, or scratches. Focus ring is smooth, aperture blades are snappy and oil-free.  Includes both caps.

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