Lens · prime
Carl Zeiss Planar 80mm f/2.8 C
Carl Zeiss · 1957-1982
Discontinuedmedium-format
Carl Zeiss Planar 80mm f/2.8 C: 7 elements in 5 groups, 0.9m minimum focus, Hasselblad series 50 bayonet filters, 465g.
- Focal length
- 80mm
- Max aperture
- f/2.8
- Mount
- Hasselblad V
- Format
- medium-format
- Elements / groups
- 7 / 5
Known for
- Portraits
- Documentary
- General purpose
Considerations
- Earlier coatings than the CF
Optical characteristics
Silverlog's editorial rating: our own judgement, not measured data.
Sharpness (wide)4, level 4 of 5
Sharpness (stopped)5, level 5 of 5
Contrast4, level 4 of 5
Flare resistance3, level 3 of 5
CA control4, level 4 of 5
Vignetting control4, level 4 of 5
Distortion control5, level 5 of 5
Bokeh: Classic Zeiss
Rendering: Slightly lower contrast than CF
Colour: Vintage character
Silverlog's editorial rating, 1 to 5; five is best. Not lab-measured.
Common issues
- Leaf shutter wear or timing drift
- Aperture and helicoid stiffness
- Haze or fungus in elements
Buying guide
Test the shutter thoroughly and check the glass for haze.
Specifications
| Mount | Hasselblad V |
| Focal Length | 80mm |
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/22 |
| Min Focus | 0.9m |
| Filter Size | 50mm |
| Weight | 465g |
Optical design
| Formula | Planar |
| Elements | 7 |
| Groups | 5 |
Pricing
- Typical used price (US market)
- $200 - $400
- Mint
- ~$500
Indicative, no dated source.