Wallace Heaton Zodel‑G 135mm f/3.5 M42 Lens – Tested & Working – Excellent

DESCRIPTION

Wallace Heaton Zodel‑G 135mm f/3.5 telephoto lens for M42 mount, a rare and collectible third‑party optic sold through the renowned London dealer Wallace Heaton. Known for its classic rendering, solid metal construction and smooth focusing. This example is in Excellent condition and fully tested.

A distinctive choice for collectors of British‑market optics and for photographers seeking a characterful 135mm lens for M42 bodies or modern mirrorless systems via adapters.

CONDITION

Overall Condition: Excellent

• Optics clean with no haze or fungus
• No separation
• Light internal dust only
• Aperture blades clean and snappy
• Focus ring smooth and well‑damped
• Exterior shows minimal cosmetic wear
• Mount clean and secure

INCLUDED

• Wallace Heaton Zodel‑G 135mm f/3.5 M42 lens
• Front lens cap
• Rear lens cap

KEY FEATURES

• 135mm telephoto focal length
• f/3.5 maximum aperture
• M42 universal screw mount
• Classic mid‑century optical rendering
• Solid metal construction
• Suitable for portraits, telephoto detail and general outdoor work

COMPATIBILITY

Correct for all M42‑mount cameras, including:

• Pentax Spotmatic series
• Praktica M42 bodies
• Zenit M42 bodies
• Fujica M42 bodies

Adaptable to modern mirrorless systems (Sony E, Canon RF, Nikon Z, L‑mount, Fuji X, Micro Four Thirds) via manual adapters.

COLLECTORS NOTES

Wallace Heaton‑branded lenses are increasingly sought after due to their association with one of Britain’s most respected photographic retailers. The Zodel‑G series is less commonly seen, making clean Excellent examples particularly desirable for collectors of British photographic history.

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