Contax 35mm f/2 Planar T* Lens
The Contax 35mm f/2 Planar T* is a 35mm f/2 lens designed for Contax G mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Contax 35mm f/2 Planar T* Lens
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Lens Overview — Contax 35mm f/2 Planar T*
Key Features — Contax 35mm f/2 Planar T*
35mm f/2 Planar T*: A fast standard-to-wide prime focal length well-suited to street photography, travel, and everyday shooting on the Contax G system.
Zeiss T* Coating: Carl Zeiss T* anti-reflective coating reduces flare and ghosting, contributing to the high contrast and color fidelity the Planar design is known for.
Contax G Mount Autofocus: Supports the Contax G system's motorized autofocus, a rare capability among rangefinder-style camera platforms.
Full-Frame Coverage: Designed for full-frame 35mm film on Contax G bodies, delivering the true 35mm field of view with no crop factor.
Compact 215g Build: Lightweight construction complements the portable, travel-friendly nature of the Contax G rangefinder system.
Planar Optical Design: The double-Gauss Planar construction is optimized for sharpness across the frame and smooth out-of-focus rendering.
Lens Specifications — Contax 35mm f/2 Planar T*
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Portrait, Street, Travel |
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 35mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2 |
| Camera System | Rangefinder |
| Lens Mount | Contax G |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Focus Type | Auto |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 46mm |
Description — Contax 35mm f/2 Planar T*
The Contax 35mm f/2 Planar T* is a prime lens designed exclusively for the Contax G rangefinder camera system. With a 35mm focal length sitting in the standard focal length range and a maximum aperture of f/2, it offers a practical balance of versatility and light-gathering performance. The lens provides full-frame coverage, ensuring it performs as intended on Contax G bodies without any sensor crop concerns.
At just 200g, it is a genuinely lightweight option that makes it easy to carry for extended periods. Autofocus is supported — confirmed in the specifications — which is a distinguishing characteristic of the Contax G system among rangefinder platforms. A 46mm filter thread allows photographers to use polarizers, ND filters, and other accessories.
Image stabilization is not present, so steady shooting technique is recommended, particularly in lower-light environments where the f/2 aperture will be most valuable.
Pros — Contax 35mm f/2 Planar T*
- ✓Fast f/2 maximum aperture provides strong low-light capability
- ✓Lightweight at just 200g, well-suited to compact rangefinder-style shooting
- ✓Autofocus support is a notable feature for the Contax G rangefinder system
Cons — Contax 35mm f/2 Planar T*
- ✗No image stabilization, which the specifications confirm as 'None'
- ✗Contax G mount limits compatibility to the Contax G camera system only
- ✗46mm filter thread is a less common size, limiting filter interchangeability with other lenses
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