Carl Zeiss Jena Prakticar 300mm f/4 MC

Carl Zeiss Jena Prakticar 300mm f/4 MC - Good Condition | Classic East German Telephoto Prime in Praktica B Mount

The Carl Zeiss Jena Prakticar 300mm f/4 MC is a capable and well-built telephoto prime from the legendary Carl Zeiss Jena factory — a sharp and characterful East German optic that delivers the classic 300mm telephoto perspective with the distinctive rendering quality of the DDR optical tradition. The MC (Multi-Coating) designation reflects the advanced multi-layer coating applied to all optical elements — ensuring improved contrast, accurate colour rendition, and strong resistance to flare and ghosting. The 300mm focal length delivers impressive reach for wildlife, sports, and distant subject photography. In Praktica B bayonet mount, it pairs naturally with the full range of Praktica B mount film bodies and adapts to modern mirrorless systems via adapter. Serial number SR 3885.

Key Features

• 300mm focal length — impressive telephoto reach for wildlife, sports, and distant subjects
• f/4 maximum aperture with sharp and characterful rendering
• MC (Multi-Coating) for improved contrast, colour accuracy, and flare resistance
• Carl Zeiss Jena optical quality — legendary East German heritage
• Praktica B bayonet mount — compatible with Praktica B mount film bodies and mirrorless via adapter
• Manual focus operation with smooth, well-damped focus ring
• Solid all-metal East German construction built to last

Condition Report

• Body: Good condition — light marks consistent with age and use, no cracks or damage to barrel or mount
• Optics: Elements clean and clear — no fungus, haze, or significant dust; MC coatings intact
• Mechanics: Focus ring operates smoothly and precisely; aperture blades clean and snappy; mount clean and secure

"The Carl Zeiss Jena Prakticar 300mm f/4 MC is one of those East German telephoto primes that consistently delivers more than its modest reputation suggests. The MC coating makes a genuine and visible difference to contrast and colour rendition, and the 300mm focal length gives you impressive reach for wildlife and sports work. On a modern mirrorless body via adapter this is a characterful and capable telephoto prime."

What's Included

• Carl Zeiss Jena Prakticar 300mm f/4 MC lens (Praktica B mount)
• Front lens cap (Vivitar)
• Rear lens cap

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Carl Zeiss Jena
• Model: Prakticar 300mm f/4 MC
• Serial Number: SR 3885
• Mount: Praktica B bayonet
• Focal Length: 300mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/4
• Minimum Aperture: f/22
• Lens Construction: 5 elements in 4 groups
• Angle of View: 8.2°
• Minimum Focus Distance: approx. 3.0m
• Filter Thread: 72mm
• Construction: All-metal barrel
• Type: Prime Lens
• Category: Lenses
• Condition: Good Condition