Carl Zeiss Planar 50mm F1.7 Lens Contax/Yashica Mount Excellent Boxed

Description

The Carl Zeiss Planar 50mm f1.7 is one of the most highly regarded standard lenses in the Contax/Yashica system, known for its exceptional sharpness, rich contrast and classic Zeiss micro‑contrast. Compact, beautifully built and optically superb, it delivers outstanding results on both film and adapted digital cameras.
The Planar design provides crisp detail, smooth bokeh and excellent colour reproduction, making it ideal for portraits, everyday photography and low‑light shooting.

Condition

Overall Condition: Excellent
The lens shows minimal cosmetic wear and has been very well cared for. Optics are clean with no fungus, haze or separation. Focusing is smooth, the aperture blades are clean and snappy, and the Contax/Yashica mount attaches securely. All mechanical functions operate correctly.

Included

• Carl Zeiss Planar 50mm f1.7 lens
• Both caps
• Box

Collector’s Notes

The Planar 50mm f1.7 is often considered one of the best value Zeiss lenses available, offering performance that rivals the faster f1.4 version while remaining compact and lightweight. Its rendering is highly appreciated by photographers adapting C/Y lenses to modern mirrorless systems, where its sharpness and character truly shine.
Clean examples in excellent condition are increasingly sought after.

Key Features

• 50mm standard focal length
• Fast f1.7 maximum aperture
• Contax/Yashica C/Y mount
• Classic Zeiss Planar optical design
• Smooth manual focus
• Excellent sharpness and contrast

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