Lens · prime
Carl Zeiss Tele-Tessar 350mm f/5.6 CF
Carl Zeiss · from 1982
Discontinuedmedium-format
Carl Zeiss Tele-Tessar 350mm f/5.6 CF: 4 elements in 4 groups, 4.5m minimum focus, Hasselblad series 93 bayonet filters, 1350g.
- Focal length
- 350mm
- Max aperture
- f/5.6
- Mount
- Hasselblad V
- Format
- medium-format
- Elements / groups
- 4 / 4
Known for
- Wildlife
- Sports
- Telephoto landscapes
- Distant subjects
Considerations
- Heavy (1,350g), tripod advised
- Slow f/5.6 aperture
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
Contrast5, level 5 of 5
Flare resistance5, level 5 of 5
CA control4, level 4 of 5
Vignetting control5, level 5 of 5
Distortion control5, level 5 of 5
Bokeh: Smooth, compressed
Rendering: Excellent telephoto compression
Colour: Zeiss neutral
Silverlog's editorial rating, 1 to 5; five is best. Not lab-measured.
Common issues
- Tripod mount wear
Buying guide
Test the leaf shutter at all speeds and listen for hesitation. Check the glass for haze or fungus and the focusing for smoothness.
Specifications
| Mount | Hasselblad V |
| Focal Length | 350mm |
| Max Aperture | f/5.6 |
| Min Aperture | f/45 |
| Min Focus | 4.5m |
| Filter Size | 93mm |
| Weight | 1350g |
Optical design
| Formula | Tessar |
| Elements | 4 |
| Groups | 4 |
| Coating | Zeiss T* |
Pricing
- Typical used price (US market)
- $500 - $900
- Mint
- ~$1100
Indicative, no dated source.