Bronica SQ 80mm f/2.8 Zenzanon-S Lens
The Bronica 80mm f/2.8 is a 80mm f/2.8 lens designed for Bronica SQ mount cameras. Used copies start from $153 on GearFocus, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Bronica SQ 80mm f/2.8 Zenzanon-S Lens
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Lens Overview — Bronica 80mm f/2.8
Key Features — Bronica 80mm f/2.8
80mm Standard Focal Length: Equivalent to a normal field of view on medium format, making it well-suited for portraits, still life, and general-purpose shooting.
f/2.8 Maximum Aperture: A bright opening for a medium format standard prime, giving photographers meaningful depth-of-field control and usable light in lower-exposure situations.
Bronica SQ Mount: Purpose-built for the Bronica SQ system, ensuring native compatibility with SQ-A, SQ-Ai, and SQ-B bodies.
Manual Focus Design: Fully manual focus operation suits the deliberate, methodical pace typical of medium format photography.
67mm Filter Thread: A widely available filter size that makes sourcing ND, polarizing, and other filter accessories straightforward.
500g Build Weight: Solid and substantial in hand, consistent with the build quality expected from medium format optics.
Lens Specifications — Bronica 80mm f/2.8
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Portrait, Landscape, Studio |
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Format | Medium Format |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 80mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Camera System | Medium Format |
| Lens Mount | Bronica SQ |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 67mm |
Description — Bronica 80mm f/2.8
The Bronica SQ 80mm f/2.8 Zenzanon-S is a prime lens built exclusively for the Bronica SQ mount system. With a fixed 80mm focal length sitting in the standard range, it covers a broad range of everyday shooting needs in medium format photography. The maximum aperture of f/2.8 gives photographers a usefully bright setting for working in varied lighting conditions.
Focusing is manual only, consistent with the nature of the Bronica SQ system and the deliberate approach that medium format work encourages. The lens features a 67mm filter thread, making it compatible with a wide range of standard filter accessories. At 500g, it has a solid, well-built feel.
There is no image stabilization, so stable shooting technique or a tripod is recommended, particularly at slower shutter speeds. This lens is a native, system-matched option for Bronica SQ photographers seeking a standard prime.
Pros — Bronica 80mm f/2.8
- ✓Maximum aperture of f/2.8 provides a bright opening for a medium format standard prime
- ✓80mm focal length sits in the standard range, making it broadly useful across many shooting scenarios
- ✓Dedicated Bronica SQ mount ensures native system compatibility
Cons — Bronica 80mm f/2.8
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus capability, requiring more time and attention during shooting
- ✗500g weight is substantial and may add noticeable heft to a medium format kit
- ✗No image stabilization, as confirmed in specifications
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Frequently Asked Questions — Bronica 80mm f/2.8
What cameras is this lens compatible with?+
This lens is designed for the Bronica SQ mount, making it compatible with Bronica SQ system cameras. It is not natively compatible with other camera systems without third-party adaptation.
Does this lens support autofocus?+
No. The Bronica SQ 80mm f/2.8 Zenzanon-S is a manual focus lens. All focusing must be performed by hand, which is standard practice for this camera system.
What filter size does this lens use?+
The lens has a 67mm filter thread, allowing you to use widely available 67mm filters for protection, polarization, or other effects.
How heavy is this lens?+
The Zenzanon-S 80mm f/2.8 weighs 500g. This is a typical weight for a medium format prime lens and should be factored into your overall kit weight when planning a shoot.
Is this a zoom or a prime lens?+
This is a prime lens with a fixed focal length of 80mm. It does not zoom and is classified in the standard focal length range for medium format use.