Contax T2

• Street photography
• Travel (pocketable quality)
• Low-light performance (f/2.8)
• Compact backup camera
• Those wanting compact excellence

• Carl Zeiss Sonnar 38mm f/2.8 T* lens
• Titanium construction
• Aperture-priority and program AE (no manual shutter speeds)
• Exposure compensation dial (+/-2 EV)
• Manual focus override

• Expensive
• Electronic - no mechanical backup
• Flash and LCD may fail with age
• No lens interchangeability

• Flash failure (won't charge or fire)
• LCD display failure
• Lens sticking (won't extend)
• Shutter problems
• Battery door issues

The T2 (1991) is an autofocus Zeiss Sonnar 38mm f/2.8 compact in a titanium body with a cult following, which keeps prices high. Test the flash and check the LCD works. Verify the lens extends smoothly and focuses correctly. Look for titanium wear (cosmetic only). The Contax T3 is smaller.

Typical range

£800 - £1500

Excellent condition

~£1800

Cult status keeps prices high; black version may command a premium. Indicative, no dated source.

Prices as of 2025-12. UK market, may vary.