{"product_id":"carl-zeiss-jena-aus-jena-50mm-f-2-8","title":"Carl Zeiss Jena aus Jena 50mm f\/2.8","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarl Zeiss Jena aus Jena 50mm f\/2.8 - Good Condition | Classic East German Standard Prime in M42 Mount\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Carl Zeiss Jena \"aus Jena\" 50mm f\/2.8 is a beautifully crafted East German standard prime from the legendary Carl Zeiss Jena optical factory — a sharp, compact, and characterful optic that delivers natural and pleasing image quality with the characteristic rendering quality of the DDR optical tradition. The \"aus Jena\" designation — meaning \"from Jena\" in German — is one of the most recognisable and historically significant markings in vintage lens collecting, indicating production at the Jena factory during the post-war division of the Zeiss enterprise. Multi-coated optics ensure excellent contrast and colour accuracy, while the all-metal construction and smooth focus ring provide a tactile shooting experience that modern lenses simply cannot replicate. In M42 mount, it adapts effortlessly to virtually any modern mirrorless or film body. Serial number SR 8017967.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50mm focal length — classic standard perspective for portraits, street, and everyday shooting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ef\/2.8 maximum aperture with clean and characterful rendering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"aus Jena\" designation — genuine Carl Zeiss Jena DDR production heritage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-coated optics for excellent contrast, colour accuracy, and flare resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM42 screw mount — compatible with a vast range of film and digital bodies via adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManual focus operation with smooth, well-damped focus ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid all-metal East German construction of the highest quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody: Good condition — light marks consistent with age and use, no cracks or damage to barrel or mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptics: Elements clean and clear — no fungus, haze, or significant dust; coatings intact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMechanics: Focus ring operates smoothly and precisely; aperture blades clean and snappy; mount clean and secure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\"The Carl Zeiss Jena 'aus Jena' 50mm f\/2.8 is one of those lenses that carries a heritage far greater than its modest appearance suggests. The 'aus Jena' marking is a genuine piece of photographic history — and the optical quality it delivers is immediately apparent. Sharp, natural, and with a rendering character that is unmistakably East German Zeiss. On a modern mirrorless body via adapter it's a thoroughly enjoyable and characterful standard prime.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarl Zeiss Jena aus Jena 50mm f\/2.8 lens (M42 mount)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront and rear lens caps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Carl Zeiss Jena\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: aus Jena 50mm f\/2.8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: SR 8017967\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount: M42\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocal Length: 50mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum Aperture: f\/2.8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum Aperture: f\/16\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLens Construction: 6 elements in 4 groups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAngle of View: 46°\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum Focus Distance: approx. 0.35m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilter Thread: 49mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: All-metal barrel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Prime Lens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCategory: Lenses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: Good Condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"aus JENA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56910319944020,"sku":"A50W4983BG","price":49.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/2493\/3716\/files\/IMG_6504_49d27790-7741-406d-a757-ddae6b12eff0.jpg?v=1787663662","url":"https:\/\/www.htf-store.com\/products\/carl-zeiss-jena-aus-jena-50mm-f-2-8","provider":"Hard to Find Camera Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}