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Schneider-Kreuznach Curtagon 35mm f/4

35 mm · f/4 · M42

The Schneider-Kreuznach Curtagon 35mm f/4 is a 35 mm prime lens with a maximum aperture of f/4 for the M42 mount. Here are its field of view on different sensors, hyperfocal distances, Milky Way exposure limits and the cameras it fits.

Focal length
35 mm
Max aperture
f/4
Mount
M42
Designed for
Full frame

Field of view by sensor

SensorDiagonal angle of view35 mm equivalent
Full frame63.4°35 mm
APS-C (1.5×)44.0°54 mm
Canon APS-C (1.6×)42.2°56 mm
Micro Four Thirds34.3°70 mm

Hyperfocal distance

Focal lengthf/5.6f/8f/11f/16
35 mm7.3 m5.1 m3.7 m2.6 m

Circle of confusion 0.030 mm (sensor size the lens is designed for).

Longest exposure for sharp stars

CameraNPF rule (wide open)500 rule
Full frame (24 MP)9.1 s @ f/414.3 s
Full frame (45 MP)7.8 s @ f/414.3 s
APS-C (24 MP)7.3 s @ f/49.3 s

Cameras that fit (2)

Where to buy

B&H PhotoAmazonKEH (used)MPB (used)

FAQ

What is the Schneider-Kreuznach Curtagon 35mm f/4 equivalent to on APS-C?
About 52 mm (1.5×) or 56 mm on Canon APS-C (1.6×).
Which cameras is the Schneider-Kreuznach Curtagon 35mm f/4 compatible with?
It fits KMZ Zenit 122, KMZ Zenit 412LS (see the full list above).