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    Bausch & Lomb Tessar IIb 158 mm f/ 6.3 Macro
    Bausch & Lomb Tessar IIb 158 mm f/ 6.3 Macro

    Bausch & Lomb Tessar IIb 158 mm f/ 6.3 Macro

    160mm · f/6.3

    Overview

    The Bausch & Lomb Tessar IIb 158mm f/6.3 Macro is a vintage lens noted for its solid build and unique character. Optically, it is very sharp but low contrast until f/22, where contrast improves. It covers large formats like 8x10 with room to spare and delivers spectacular detail. Handling requires extensive adapters for digital use, making it a curiosity suited for UV or large-format work. Its speed and coverage appeal to landscape photographers.