The legendary Sonnar 85mm f/2, commonly known as the Hachigo Sonnar. Manufactured by Carl Zeiss Jena after World War II, serial number in the 3.1 million range, produced in 1947. Aluminum barrel version with meter scale. Optical construction consists of 3 groups and 6 elements. T coating. Minimum focusing distance is 1.2 meters. Actual measured weight is 388 grams. Filter diameter is 49mm.

This postwar Jena Sonnar features a lightweight aluminum barrel. A fast medium-telephoto lens packed generously with glass, it is widely renowned as a masterpiece for portrait photography. Its rendering is distinguished by rich tonal gradation and an elegant ability to make the subject in focus gently stand out.

This item has returned to our store. It was carefully used by the previous owner and remains in excellent cosmetic condition, unchanged from when it was last sold. There are minor signs of use such as light scuffs and small scratches, but corrosion typical of aluminum barrels is minimal.

It was fully overhauled in 2024. Thanks to meticulous servicing, the helicoid and aperture mechanisms continue to operate smoothly.

The glass shows slight dust inclusions and small air bubbles, but there are no noticeable cleaning marks or haze, and it remains very clear overall. This may be characteristic of this particular example, but in situations where light enters from the side, images may appear slightly veiled. It would be well suited for photographers who wish to take advantage of flare and ghosting effects in backlit conditions.

Original front and rear caps are included. The rear cap is an aluminum Opton-made cap.