Zeiss's M-mount 35mm — Biogon f/2 for rangefinders with T* coating at affordable pricing.
The Carl Zeiss 35mm f/2 Biogon T* ZM is a wide prime for Leica M-mount full-frame with manual focus. Nine elements in 6 groups. Ten aperture blades. 43mm filter thread. At approximately 240g. 0.90m MFD. T* anti-reflective coating.
Nine elements in 6 groups (T* coating). Ten aperture blades. The 43mm filter thread. At approximately 240g. Minimum focus distance of 0.90m. Manual focus only. f/2 maximum aperture. Full-frame coverage. Leica M mount (ZM = Zeiss M).
The Biogon 35mm f/2 applies the symmetrical Biogon formula to the classic street and reportage focal length: the Biogon design's symmetry provides very low distortion at 35mm. The 43mm filter thread is compact. At 240g the lens is lightweight for an f/2 full-frame 35mm prime with T* coating.
On the used market the Zeiss 35mm f/2 Biogon T* ZM is available as a Leica M wide prime. Condition checks: focus helicoid smoothness, 43mm front element for marks. Manual focus only. Compatible with all Leica M-mount bodies.