Carl Zeiss Tele-Tessar 200mm F.3.5 T* AEG

Carl Zeiss Tele-Tessar 200mm f/3.5 T* AEG Specifications

• Mount Type: Contax/Yashica (C/Y) bayonet mount

• Focal Length: 200mm

• Maximum Aperture: f/3.5

• Minimum Aperture: f/22

• Lens Construction: 5 elements in 4 groups

• Coating: Carl Zeiss T* multi-coating

• Angle of View: 12

• Aperture Blades: 8 (straight)

• Minimum Focus Distance: 2.5 meters (8.2 feet)

• Maximum Magnification: 1:7.3

• Filter Size: 55mm

• Dimensions: Approx. 73mm diameter 122mm length

• Weight: Approx. 735g

• Focus Type: Manual focus

• Made in: West Germany (AEG = Auto Exposure, German production)

Description

The Carl Zeiss Tele-Tessar 200mm f/3.5 T* (AEG version) is a manual focus telephoto prime lens designed for the Contax/Yashica system. Known for its outstanding sharpness, minimal chromatic aberration, and the legendary T* multi-coating, this lens delivers rich contrast and color accuracy, even in challenging lighting.

Despite being a telephoto lens, the 200mm f/3.5 maintains a relatively compact and manageable design, making it suitable for handheld use or tripod-mounted setups. It’s ideal for portraiture, nature, sports, or compressed landscape shots.

The AEG version (Auto Exposure Germany) is particularly valued for its build quality, mechanical smoothness, and its compatibility with automatic exposure on Contax film bodies. Its also a popular choice among digital photographers who use C/Y adapters on mirrorless systems, such as Sony E, Fuji X, or Canon RF.

SKU: UN-43-3546
Serial Number: 6103660

Condition:
– Lens is functioning properly
– Lens has no fungus, no haze, with a small amount of dust
– Lens body has no scratches

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