Carl Zeiss Jena 50mm f/2.8
The Carl Zeiss Jena 50mm f/2.8 is a lens. CameraWorth tracks 9 auction records for this model, with prices ranging from £11 to £2,000 (median £90).
Variants
Select a variant to filter the sales history below.
| Variant | Years | Edition | Sales | Price Range |
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| Zeiss Jena | — | — | 0 | — |
| Zeiss Jena Tessar 50mm f/2.8 | — | — | 5 | £11 – £90 |
Sales History
Prices shown are UK auction hammer results — the wholesale level achieved in the saleroom. Neither buyer’s nor seller’s commission is included. Dealer and retail asking prices are typically higher.
Prices updated: July 2026
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| Jul 2026 | USD 90 | ebay | Zeiss Jena Tessar 50mm f/2.8 | |
Title: Exakta Mount Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 5cm 50mm f/2.8 Lens Germany Vintage V30
Description:
Click here to see description. Location: Philadelphia, PA, United States |
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| Jul 2026 | £17 | ebay | Zeiss Jena Tessar 50mm f/2.8 | |
Title: Vintage Carl Zeiss 'Zebra" Jena Tessar 50mm f2.8 Lens M42 Mount Very Clean
Description:
The Vintage Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 50mm f2.8 Lens with M42 mount is a classic piece of equipment for photographers looking to capture stunning images. Made in Germany, this lens features manual focus and a durable aluminium exterior. With a focal length of 50mm and a maximum aperture of f/2.8, this lens is perfect for capturing high-quality portrait shots. Its compatibility with M42 screw mounts makes it versatile for a range of photography setups, making it a valuable addition to any photographer's gear collection. Location: Bexley, United Kingdom |
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| Jul 2026 | £25 | ebay | Zeiss Jena Tessar 50mm f/2.8 | |
Title: Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 50mm f2.8 No 305647 M42 Mount Tested and Working
Description:
The Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 50mm f/2.8 lens in M42 mount is a high-quality prime lens made in Germany. With a maximum aperture of f/2.8 and manual focus, it is versatile for various photography needs. Its fixed focal length of 50mm makes it ideal for capturing clear and detailed images with a classic perspective. Location: Tamworth, United Kingdom |
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| Jul 2026 | USD 54 | ebay | Zeiss Jena Tessar 50mm f/2.8 | |
Title: Early Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 2.8/50 T coated clean small lens in Vebur shutter
Description:
Clean condition (see pictures). Its F stop blades open and close as they should, and all shutter speeds are functional and accurate. 24% of the total value. Location: ATHENS , Greece |
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| Jul 2026 | £11 | ebay | Zeiss Jena Tessar 50mm f/2.8 | |
Title: Carl Zeiss Jena 2.8/50 Tessar 50mm Lens M42 Mount No.8709294 + case
Description:
In excellent condition with case and lens cap Location: Rochester, United Kingdom |
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| Jun 2019 | EUR 500 | Leitz Auction | — | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 34 (Lot AI_34_37526) Title: Carl Zeiss Jena f. Contaflex TLR Tessar 2.8/5cm
Description:
standard lens for Contaflex TLR camera, in excellent condition, good optics Estimate: EUR 600 - EUR 700 |
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| Jun 2015 | EUR 2,000 | Leitz Auction | — | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 27 (Lot AI_27_31953) Title: Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 2.8/5cm
Description:
beautiful and original RF coupled chrome M39 lens in very fine condition, perfect lenses and clean iris diaphragm, with both original caps Estimate: EUR 4,000 - EUR 4,500 |
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| Nov 2008 | EUR 1,900 | Leitz Auction | — | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 14 (Lot AI_14_17662) Title: Carl Zeiss Tessar 2.8/50mm Prototype
Description:
Tessar prototype made for Voigtländer Vitessa, with prototype serial number, this lens never went into production Estimate: EUR 600 - EUR 800 |
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| May 2007 | EUR 420 | Leitz Auction | — | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 11 (Lot AI_11_15970) Title: Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 2.8/5cm
Description:
standard lens for Contaflex TLR in fine condition Estimate: EUR 500 - EUR 600 |
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