Schneider-Kreuznach 75mm f/3.5 Xenar
The Schneider-Kreuznach Xenar 75mm f/3.5 is a compact large format lens with a 4-element, 3-group Tessar-type design introduced in the Xenar line dating back to 1919. Its 85mm image circle and 58-degree angle of view cover 6x6cm format. Weighing just 90g in a Compur 00 shutter, it is one of the smallest large format lenses Schneider produced, intended for compact medium format cameras and technical applications.
| Focal Length | 75mm |
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| Maximum Aperture | f/3.5 |
| Elements / Groups | 4 / 3 |
| Angle of View | 58° |
| Image Circle | 85mm |
| Weight | 90g |
| Format Coverage | 60 X 60 mm |
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.
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| Jun 2024 | EUR 1,300 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 44 (Lot A00689) Title: Schneider f. Leica M39 Xenar 3.5/7.5cm
Description:
A very rare short telephoto lens in original Leica M39 mount, rangefinder coupled, in excellent condition with very good optics, from a small batch of only 20 lenses made in 1946. Estimate: EUR 1,600 - EUR 1,800 |
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| Dec 2009 | EUR 6,000 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 16 (Lot AI_16_19551) Title: Schneider Xenar 3.5/75mm
Description:
one of only two prototype lenses made for Hasselblad (nos.4167982 + 4167983) in fine condition, both caps, produced in April 1955 Estimate: EUR 2,500 - EUR 3,000 |
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