KMZ Jupiter-12 35mm f/2.8

Classic Soviet wide-angle rangefinder lens

KMZ Jupiter-12 35mm f/2.8
79/100
LENS SCORE
Features 12
Performance 16
Durability 18
Price 18
Usability 15
Brand KMZ
Model N/A

Key Features

OPTICAL DESIGN Biogon-derived 6-element in 4-group design
MOUNT Leica Thread Mount (L39/M39) or Kiev/Contax RF mount
APERTURE Manual 5-blade aperture diaphragm
FOCUSING Manual focus only with external rangefinder coupling
COATING Single-coated glass elements
CONSTRUCTION All-metal aluminum and brass housing
SIZE Compact pancake-style design
FILTER 40.5mm front filter thread
MIN FOCUS 1 meter minimum focusing distance
COMPATIBILITY Compatible with LTM rangefinder cameras
REAR ELEMENT Protruding rear element design
BUILD Robust Soviet-era mechanical construction
CHARACTER Distinctive vintage rendering and soft bokeh

The Most Important Rings & Switches — KMZ Jupiter-12 35mm f/2.8

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present
Zoom Ring ✗ Not Present
Aperture Ring ✓ Present
AF/MF Switch ✗ Not Present
Image Stabilisation Switch ✗ Not Present
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✗ Not Present
Weather Sealing ✗ Not Present

How-to Use KMZ Jupiter-12 35mm f/2.8

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 35mm
Aperture Range f/2.8 - f/22
Lens Construction 6 elements in 4 groups
Focusing Manual
Minimum Focus 1.0m
Filter Thread 40.5mm
Mount M39 / Contax RF
Diaphragm Blades 5
Weight approx 120g
Dimensions 50mm x 30mm