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Carl Zeiss

Carl Zeiss Planar 85mm f1.4 T* Lens Contax Yashica Mount Excellent

Carl Zeiss Planar 85mm f1.4 T* Lens Contax Yashica Mount Excellent

£350.00 GBP
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Carl Zeiss Planar 85mm f1.4 T Lens Contax Yashica Mount Excellent

Description
The Carl Zeiss Planar T* 85mm f/1.4 is a world-renowned fast telephoto portrait prime lens engineered for the Contax/Yashica (C/Y) 35mm SLR system. Celebrated as one of the finest portrait lenses ever designed, it features the legendary Carl Zeiss T* multi-coating for outstanding micro-contrast, rich color rendering, and effective flare control. Its bright f/1.4 maximum aperture creates razor-thin depth of field with exceptionally smooth, creamy background bokeh. Constructed with precision all-metal Japanese craftsmanship, it is highly prized by 35mm film photographers, portrait shooters, and cinematographers adapting vintage glass to modern mirrorless digital cameras.

Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent
Optics are fungus and haze free . Lens barrel shows minimal signs of previous use. Focus ring rotates with smooth, even resistance, and aperture blades are clean, oil-free, and snappy. Shutter speeds and light meter vary appropriately.
Stripped and cleaned September 2026

Included
Carl Zeiss Planar T* 85mm f/1.4 C/Y Mount Lens
Front Lens Cap
Rear Lens Cap

Key Features

  • Ultra-fast f/1.4 maximum aperture for shallow depth of field and low-light performance

  • Signature Carl Zeiss T* multi-coating for unmatched color depth and contrast

  • Classic Planar optical configuration delivering rich, 3D-like subject separation

  • Native Contax/Yashica (C/Y) bayonet mount compatible with mirrorless adapters

  • Heavy-duty all-metal Japanese construction with precision manual focusing mechanics

Collector's Notes
The 85mm f/1.4 Planar T* is widely considered a flagship optical design of the C/Y lens line, revered by portrait photographers and cine-modding specialists for its distinct, cinematic rendering. Excellent condition examples maintain strong market value among vintage lens collectors and digital video cinematographers alike.

Keywords
Carl Zeiss Planar 85mm f14, Zeiss 85mm f14 T Star, Contax Yashica Mount Lens, Vintage Zeiss Portrait Lens, C Y Mount 85mm Prime, Fast Portrait Lens, Adapted Cine Glass

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