🎬 Rare Early Carl Zeiss Jena Cine-Mod Lens Set for Professional Cinematography
This very rare Carl Zeiss Jena 5-lens cine mod set is a highly collectible and production-ready vintage lens package created for cinematography and professional video capturing work. The set includes 25mm, 35mm, 58mm, 80mm, and 135mm focal lengths, giving filmmakers a versatile range from wide angle to portrait and telephoto. All lenses in this set were made in the 1950s or early 1960s, which makes finding a matched group in this condition especially difficult.
Each lens has been serviced and cine-modded, with follow focus gear on the focusing ring for precise manual focusing control on set. The set is adapted to Arri PL mount, making it suitable for a wide range of professional cinema cameras and PL-based workflows. A major highlight of this set is that all lenses cover full frame sensors, while delivering the beautiful warm vintage rendering that early Carl Zeiss lenses are known for. Expect rich character, organic contrast, classic color reproduction, and an unmistakable old-world cinematic look that modern lenses often cannot replicate.
These lenses are an excellent choice for filmmakers, DPs, rental houses, collectors, and vintage glass enthusiasts looking for a distinctive visual signature. Whether used for narrative filmmaking, commercials, music videos, documentaries, or stylized editorial work, this set provides a timeless image with true vintage personality.
The glass on all lenses is in good condition for their age. There is very minor wear on the glass, but nothing that affects the final image. As is typical for optical glass from this production era, some lenses may show tiny internal bubbles and other period-specific manufacturing peculiarities such as faint glass striations or minor coating irregularities. These are normal for vintage lenses of the 1950s–1960s and do not have a meaningful effect on the final image, while also reflecting the authentic character of early Carl Zeiss glass. Considering the age of these optics, it is very difficult to find examples in better condition. The body of each lens shows normal wear marks for its age, but all lenses remain fully usable and ready for production work.
⚙️ Technical Specifications
Carl Zeiss Jena Flektogon 25mm F4:
- Lens Mount - Arri PL
- Focal Length - 25mm
- Maximum Aperture - F4
- Minimum Aperture - F22
- Number Of Aperture Blades - 6
- Minimum Focusing Distance - 0.2m
- Filter Size - 77mm
- Focus Type - Manual
- Serial Number - 6087853
Carl Zeiss Jena Flektogon 35mm F2.8:
- Lens Mount - Arri PL
- Focal Length - 35mm
- Maximum Aperture - F2.8
- Minimum Aperture - F16
- Number Of Aperture Blades - 12
- Minimum Focusing Distance - 0.35m
- Filter Size - 49mm
- Focus Type - Manual
- Serial Number - 4255878A
Carl Zeiss Jena Biotar 58mm F2:
- Lens Mount - Arri PL
- Focal Length - 58mm
- Maximum Aperture - F2
- Minimum Aperture - F22
- Number Of Aperture Blades - 10
- Minimum Focusing Distance - 0.5m
- Filter Size - 49mm
- Focus Type - Manual
- Serial Number - 4262145
Carl Zeiss Jena Biometar T 80mm F2.8:
- Lens Mount - Arri PL
- Focal Length - 80mm
- Maximum Aperture - F2.8
- Minimum Aperture - F22
- Number Of Aperture Blades - 12
- Minimum Focusing Distance - 0.8m
- Filter Size - 49mm
- Focus Type - Manual
- Serial Number - 3584207
Carl Zeiss Jena Triotar 135mm F4:
- Lens Mount - Arri PL
- Focal Length - 135mm
- Maximum Aperture - F4
- Minimum Aperture - F22
- Number Of Aperture Blades - 15
- Minimum Focusing Distance - 1.2m
- Filter Size - 49mm
- Focus Type - Manual
- Serial Number - 4293786
🎬 Why Choose This Lens Set?
This Carl Zeiss Jena set is ideal for filmmakers who want a true vintage cinema image with full frame coverage and a rare matched character across multiple focal lengths. The rendering is warm, organic, and unmistakably classic, making this set especially attractive for narrative films, commercials, fashion shoots, music videos, and artistic productions. With Arri PL adaptation and cine-mod usability, you get the soul of early Zeiss glass with practical on-set control for modern professional camera systems.
📦 This Offer Includes:
✔ Carl Zeiss Jena Flektogon 25mm F4 Cine Mod Lens
✔ Carl Zeiss Jena Flektogon 35mm F2.8 Cine Mod Lens
✔ Carl Zeiss Jena Biotar 58mm F2 Cine Mod Lens
✔ Carl Zeiss Jena Biometar T 80mm F2.8 Cine Mod Lens
✔ Carl Zeiss Jena Triotar 135mm F4 Cine Mod Lens
✔ Follow Focus Gear on Focusing Ring (on each lens)
✔ 80mm OD Cine Lens Hood
✔ Front & Rear Caps
✔ Arri PL Mount Adaptation
✔ Protective Waterproof Case for Transporting and Storage
This is a rare opportunity to own a production-ready early Carl Zeiss Jena cine mod full frame set with classic rendering and practical usability for modern filmmaking. A beautiful choice for those who value character, history, and cinematic image quality.
