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Zeiss Carl Zeiss Jena 1Q Biotar 1:2 f=58mm T

58 mm · M42

The Zeiss Carl Zeiss Jena 1Q Biotar 1:2 f=58mm T is a 58 mm prime lens for the M42 mount. Here are its field of view on different sensors, hyperfocal distances and the cameras it fits.

Focal length
58 mm
Max aperture
—
Mount
M42
Designed for
1.54× crop

Field of view by sensor

SensorDiagonal angle of view35 mm equivalent
APS-C (1.5×)27.4°89 mm
Canon APS-C (1.6×)26.2°93 mm
Micro Four Thirds21.1°116 mm

Hyperfocal distance

Focal lengthf/2.8f/5.6f/8f/11f/16
58 mm62 m31 m22 m16 m11 m

Circle of confusion 0.020 mm (sensor size the lens is designed for).

Cameras that fit (2)

Where to buy

B&H PhotoAmazonKEH (used)MPB (used)

FAQ

What is the Zeiss Carl Zeiss Jena 1Q Biotar 1:2 f=58mm T equivalent to on APS-C?
It is designed for a 1.54× sensor, giving a full-frame equivalent of 89 mm.
Which cameras is the Zeiss Carl Zeiss Jena 1Q Biotar 1:2 f=58mm T compatible with?
It fits KMZ Zenit 122, KMZ Zenit 412LS (see the full list above).