prime35mmcurrent
Zeiss Biogon T* 35mm f/2 ZM
Carl Zeiss · 2005-present
Modern Biogon design with T* coating. Clinical precision with excellent flare control.
Known for
- Street photography
- Documentary
- Technical precision
Considerations
- Less character than Leica
- Sensor stack compatibility issues
Optical Characteristics
Sharpness (wide)5/5
Sharpness (stopped)5/5
Contrast5/5
Flare Resistance5/5
CA Control4/5
Vignetting Control3/5
Distortion Control4/5
Bokeh: Clinical, well-corrected
Rendering: Modern Zeiss precision
Common Issues
- Check rangefinder coupling
- Inspect focus mechanics
Buying Guide
Specifications
MountLeica M
Focal Length35mm
Max Aperturef/2
Min Aperturef/22
Aperture Blades9
Filter Size43mm
Weight240g
Optical Design
FormulaBiogon
Elements9
Groups6
CoatingZeiss T*
Pricing
£800 - £1100
Typical used price
Mint: ~£1300
Adapts To
Sony ELeica SLLeica TLNikon ZCanon RF
Find This Lens
Last verified: Jan 2026Report an error