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Enna Werk München Lithagon SII C 85mm f/1.5 Lens

The Enna Werk München SII C 85mm f/1.5 is a 85mm f/1.5 lens designed for M42 Screw Mount mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.

Enna Werk München Lithagon SII C 85mm f/1.5 Lens

Enna Werk München Lithagon SII C 85mm f/1.5 Lens

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Lens Overview — Enna Werk München SII C 85mm f/1.5

The Enna Werk München Lithagon SII C 85mm f/1.5 is a vintage prime lens built for full-frame SLR cameras, mounting via the M42 screw mount standard. With a maximum aperture of f/1.5, this lens sits firmly in the fast-aperture category, making it a compelling option for photographers who prioritize light-gathering capability and shallow depth-of-field rendering. At 85mm on the telephoto end of the focal length spectrum, it occupies a classic portrait-friendly focal length that many photographers seek out for its natural perspective compression.

The lens is entirely manual focus, meaning there is no autofocus motor of any kind — operation is fully mechanical, which is consistent with its vintage origins and the M42 screw mount platform. Image stabilization is not present, so steady hand-holding technique or a tripod becomes more important at wider apertures. Because it covers a full-frame image circle, it can be adapted to a wide variety of modern mirrorless and DSLR systems using readily available M42 adapters, though adapter compatibility is the buyer's responsibility to verify.

This is a prime lens with a fixed 85mm focal length and no zoom capability.

Key Features — Enna Werk München SII C 85mm f/1.5

85mm f/1.5 Prime: A fixed 85mm focal length with a very fast f/1.5 maximum aperture, well-suited for portrait work and low-light shooting.

Full-Frame Coverage: Projects an image circle large enough for full-frame sensors, making it adaptable to a wide range of modern camera bodies.

M42 Screw Mount: Uses the universal M42 screw mount standard, compatible with a broad range of SLR bodies and adaptable to modern mirrorless systems via readily available adapters.

Manual Focus Only: Fully mechanical focus operation with no autofocus motor, consistent with its vintage design and typical of M42-era lenses.

Vintage West German Construction: Made by Enna Werk München, a mid-20th century German optical manufacturer known for producing fast-aperture lenses.

Shallow Depth of Field: The f/1.5 maximum aperture allows for strong subject separation and pronounced background blur at close to moderate distances.

Lens Specifications — Enna Werk München SII C 85mm f/1.5

Enna Werk München SII C 85mm f/1.5 full specifications
SpecDetail
Use CasesPortrait, Creative Effects, Fashion
Lens TypePrime
FormatFull Frame
Zoom/PrimePrime
Focal Length85mm
Maximum Aperturef/1.5
Camera SystemSLR
Lens MountM42 Screw Mount
AutofocusNo
Focus TypeManual Focus
Image StabilizationNone

Description — Enna Werk München SII C 85mm f/1.5

The Enna Werk München Lithagon SII C is an 85mm prime lens with a maximum aperture of f/1.5, designed for full-frame SLR camera systems. It uses the M42 screw mount, a widely adopted thread-mount standard that opens up compatibility with a broad range of modern camera bodies via adapters. As a prime lens, it has a fixed focal length with no zoom capability, and its 85mm reach places it in the telephoto focal length category.

Focusing is entirely manual — the specifications confirm no autofocus of any kind, and there is no image stabilization onboard. This lens is built for the SLR camera system and is suited to photographers who are comfortable working with manual controls and want a fast-aperture telephoto prime for full-frame coverage.

Pros — Enna Werk München SII C 85mm f/1.5

  • ✓Very fast maximum aperture of f/1.5 delivers strong light-gathering capability
  • ✓Fixed 85mm focal length falls within the telephoto range, well-suited for portrait work
  • ✓Full-frame coverage means the image circle suits larger sensor systems

Cons — Enna Werk München SII C 85mm f/1.5

  • ✗Fully manual focus only — no autofocus support of any kind
  • ✗No image stabilization, which increases the challenge of shooting handheld at slower shutter speeds
  • ✗M42 screw mount requires an adapter for use on most modern camera bodies

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Frequently Asked Questions — Enna Werk München SII C 85mm f/1.5

What camera mount does this lens use?+
The Lithagon SII C uses the M42 screw mount. This is a universal thread mount that can be adapted to many modern mirrorless and DSLR systems, though you will need to source a compatible M42 adapter for your specific camera body.
Does this lens support autofocus?+
No. The lens is entirely manual focus with no autofocus capability. All focusing must be done by hand using the focus ring, which is typical for lenses of this vintage design and mount type.
Will this lens cover a full-frame sensor?+
Yes. The specifications confirm this lens has a full-frame image circle, meaning it is designed to cover sensors up to the full-frame format without vignetting introduced by the optics.
What is the focal length and aperture of this lens?+
This is a fixed 85mm prime lens with a maximum aperture of f/1.5. It does not zoom, and the 85mm focal length falls within the telephoto focal length range according to the product specifications.
Does this lens have image stabilization?+
No. Image stabilization is listed as None in the specifications. Photographers should factor this in when shooting in lower light or at slower shutter speeds, particularly given the manual focus operation.