Carl Zeiss Jena DDR Cine Mod Lens Set (35mm, 50mm, and 135mm) is a professionally modified collection of vintage optics, carefully adapted for modern cinematography and video production. Adjusted for the Arri PL mount system, these classic German-made lenses deliver outstanding optical quality with the distinctive vintage rendering that Zeiss Jena is renowned for—smooth tonal transitions, beautiful color rendition, and a cinematic character that digital-native lenses often lack.
Each lens in this set has been fully cine-modded and serviced to meet the needs of today’s professional filmmakers. All three lenses are thoroughly cleaned, adjusted, and re-lubricated, ensuring smooth operation, precise control, and reliability on set. They are fitted with industry-standard upgrades, making them fully compatible with modern cinema rigs.
Professional Cine Mod Features:
- Dual 0.8 Follow Focus Gears on both aperture and focus rings, enabling seamless integration with follow focus systems.
- De-clicked Aperture, allowing smooth, silent adjustments for precise exposure control during shooting.
- 80mm Outer Diameter Metal Cine Hoods with 77mm filter threads, ensuring compatibility with matte boxes and professional cinema filters.
- Front and rear lens caps for secure lens protection during storage and transport.
- Arri PL Mount Adaptation, making these lenses a perfect match for a wide range of professional cinema cameras.
Optical Qualities:
The 35mm is perfect for establishing shots and wide scenes, the 50mm offers a natural perspective close to human vision, and the 135mm provides telephoto reach with beautiful subject isolation. Together, they cover a versatile range of focal lengths for filmmaking. The lenses feature classic Zeiss Jena rendering: strong micro-contrast, pleasing bokeh, and smooth focus transitions, delivering a cinematic aesthetic that enhances any production.
This offer includes 3 beautiful vintage Carl Zeiss Jena DDR Lenses:
Carl Zeiss Jena DDR MC Auto Flektogon 35mm F2.4:
- Lens Mount - Arri PL
- Focal Length - 35mm
- Maximum Aperture - F2.4
- Minimum Aperture - F22
- Number Of Aperture Blades - 6
- Minimum Focusing Distance - 0.2m
- Filter Size - 49mm
- Focus Type - Manual
- Serial Number - 87038
Carl Zeiss Jena DDR MC Auto Pancolar 50mm F1.8:
- Lens Mount - Arri PL
- Focal Length - 50mm
- Maximum Aperture - F1.8
- Minimum Aperture - F22
- Number Of Aperture Blades - 6
- Minimum Focusing Distance - 0.35m
- Filter Size - 49mm
- Focus Type - Manual
- Serial Number - 54395
Carl Zeiss Jena DDR MC S (Sonnar) 135mm F3.5 Lens:
- Lens Mount - Arri PL
- Focal Length - 135mm
- Maximum Aperture - F3.5
- Minimum Aperture - F22
- Number Of Aperture Blades - 6
- Minimum Focusing Distance - 1m
- Filter Size - 49mm
- Focus Type - Manual
- Serial Number - 53384
All lenses are in excellent working condition. The glass is clean, free of fungus and scratches, with only minor cleaning marks typical of vintage optics. These do not impact image quality. The lens bodies show light cosmetic wear consistent with age but remain mechanically precise. Focus and aperture rings move smoothly, ensuring effortless manual control.
This Set Includes:
✔ Carl Zeiss Jena DDR MC Auto Flektogon 35mm F2.4 Cine Mod Lens (PL Mount)
✔ Carl Zeiss Jena DDR MC Auto Pancolar 50mm F1.8 Cine Mod Lens (PL Mount)
✔ Carl Zeiss Jena DDR MC S (Sonnar) 135mm F3.5 Cine Mod Lens (PL Mount)
✔ Dual 0.8 Follow Focus Gears (focus + aperture) on all lenses
✔ 80mm OD Metal Cine Lens Hoods with 77mm filter thread
✔ Front Caps & Rear Caps
✔ Protective Carrying Case
This Carl Zeiss Jena DDR Cine Mod Set is a true workhorse kit for filmmakers, delivering sharp yet character-rich images with the reliability needed in modern production. A must-have for those seeking authentic cinematic rendering combined with professional cine modifications.
