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    Carl Zeiss Tele-Apotessar T* 300 mm f/ 2.8 C/Y
    Carl Zeiss Tele-Apotessar T* 300 mm f/ 2.8 C/Y

    Carl Zeiss Tele-Apotessar T* 300 mm f/ 2.8 C/Y

    300mm · f/2.8

    Overview

    The Carl Zeiss Tele-Apotessar T* 300 mm f/2.8 C/Y is a manual-focus supertelephoto lens for full-frame and APS-C, produced from 1983 to 2005. It lacks image stabilization and internal focus, but features a built-in hood and tripod ring. Optical performance is praised as fantastic, especially for wildlife, and it works well with 1.4x and 2x teleconverters. However, adapting to modern mounts is challenging due to tight tolerances. The lens is heavy at 2730 g and suited for dedicated users willing to work with manual focus and adapters.