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    Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 80 mm f/ 3.5
    Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 80 mm f/ 3.5

    Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 80 mm f/ 3.5

    80mm · f/3.5

    Overview

    The Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 80mm f/3.5 is a medium-format lens originally for the Exakta 66, later adapted to Exakta mount for 35mm SLRs. Optically, it delivers smooth rendering and is praised as a wonderful portrait lens, but specific weaknesses are not mentioned. Build quality is solid, with a helicoid that can be adjusted for infinity focus on M42/PK platforms via adapters. Handling is good after refurbishing, though the Exakta mount is personally disliked by the reviewer. It suits portrait photographers willing to adapt a vintage lens.