Jupiter-8 50mm f/2

Jupiter-8 50mm f/2 | Good Condition | The Soulful Sonnar Variant

The Jupiter-8 50mm f/2 is a legendary Soviet prime lens with a prestigious lineage, based directly on the world-renowned Carl Zeiss Sonnar design. Produced in the USSR, this lens is celebrated for its distinctive "Sonnar" character—offering a beautiful, painterly background blur (bokeh) and a natural, three-dimensional rendering of subjects. With its fast f/2 aperture, it is an exceptional performer in low-light conditions and a favorite for portrait photographers who seek a vintage aesthetic that modern lenses cannot replicate. This "Zebra" or silver-style lens is a robust piece of history that brings a unique, organic soul to every frame.

Key Features

• Fast f/2 maximum aperture for superb subject isolation and low-light capability

• Classic 6-element Sonnar-type optical formula for artistic rendering

• Compact and lightweight all-metal construction

• Smooth manual focus and stepless (de-clicked) aperture ring, ideal for both stills and video

• Natural color reproduction with a characteristic vintage "glow" wide open

• Highly versatile 50mm focal length, perfect for portraits and street photography

Technical Specifications

• Camera Type: Lenses

• Lens Mount: M39 Screw Mount (LTM / L39)

• Focal Length: 50mm

• Aperture: f/2 - f/22

• Category: Lenses ▸ Prime Lens

• Filter Size: 40.5mm

Specialist Note "The Jupiter-8 is a true character lens. Because it follows the Zeiss Sonnar formula, it produces a very specific type of depth and a 'creamy' bokeh that is highly addictive. This particular version is from 1957 (indicated by the first two digits of the serial number), a period known for excellent optical quality in the Soviet factories. It’s a favorite for adaptation to modern mirrorless cameras because it’s tiny, looks beautiful, and provides a soft, nostalgic look that takes the 'digital edge' off modern sensors."

Condition Report Good condition. The vintage metal barrel shows normal signs of light use and a fine patina consistent with its age. The optics are clear and free from fungus or heavy haze, with only minor internal dust specks typical for a lens of this era. The focus is smooth, and the stepless aperture ring functions perfectly. (S/N: 5774822)

What's Included

• Jupiter-8 50mm f/2 Lens (S/N: 5774822)