Overview

The Voigtländer Septon 50mm f/2, made for Bessamatic cameras from 1959-1967, is a well-built, seven-element lens derived from the Ultron/Sonnar designs. It delivers bold contrast and good detail even wide open, with lively but pleasing bokeh that shows a moderate bright edge but no inner bright point. Its leaf shutter limited maximum aperture to f/2. This lens suits enthusiasts of vintage German optics who appreciate unique character and solid construction.