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    Staeble Telon-R 85 mm f/ 5.6
    Staeble Telon-R 85 mm f/ 5.6

    Staeble Telon-R 85 mm f/ 5.6

    85mm · f/5.6

    Overview

    The Staeble Telon-R 85mm f/5.6 is a compact, slow-aperture lens originally for Braun Paxette cameras, requiring a rare adapter for M39 or LTM mounts. Optically, it delivers surprising clarity on digital, with good sharpness at f/5.6. However, its slow f/5.6 maximum aperture limits low-light use and depth-of-field control. Build quality is typical of vintage lenses, small and lightweight. It suits photographers interested in adapting obscure vintage glass for unique rendering, provided they can source the necessary adapter.