Leitz Colorplan 1:2.5 / 90mm Projection Lens





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Leitz Wetzlar Colorplan 1:2.5 / 90 mm projection lens, in very good condition and tested and working.
Description from the seller
Leitz Wetzlar Colorplan 1:2.5 / 90 mm projection lens
Made in Germany ca. 1955–1962
Original Leitz Wetzlar Colorplan 90 mm f/2.5 projection lens, produced by Ernst Leitz Wetzlar in Wetzlar, Germany. This type of lens was used in high-quality slide projectors in the 1950s and early 1960s and is now highly valued by filmmakers for its distinctive cinematic image rendering.
The lens is supplied with the original Leitz Wetzlar box and a periodic cleaning cloth from Dutch photo dealer AB Meilink (Emmen). This makes it a historically accurate and complete vintage set.
Condition
The glass is free of mold and haze. Light internal dust is present, consistent with the age and without noticeable impact on projection or cine use. The coating is intact. The aluminum housing is in very good condition, with no dents or serious damage. The original black rim is present. The box shows normal signs of aging.
Specifications
Focal length 90 mm
Light intensity f/2.5
Type Colorplan
Origin Wetzlar Germany
Period circa 1955 to the early 1960s
Projection lens mount without camera mount.
Details
This object is popular among cine users and is often adapted for modern cameras such as Sony E Mount, Micro Four Thirds, and L Mount. Known for soft bokeh, warm colors, and classic rendering.
Levering
Lens
Original Leitz Wetzlar box
Careful packaging and shipping.
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Leitz Wetzlar Colorplan 1:2.5 / 90 mm projection lens
Made in Germany ca. 1955–1962
Original Leitz Wetzlar Colorplan 90 mm f/2.5 projection lens, produced by Ernst Leitz Wetzlar in Wetzlar, Germany. This type of lens was used in high-quality slide projectors in the 1950s and early 1960s and is now highly valued by filmmakers for its distinctive cinematic image rendering.
The lens is supplied with the original Leitz Wetzlar box and a periodic cleaning cloth from Dutch photo dealer AB Meilink (Emmen). This makes it a historically accurate and complete vintage set.
Condition
The glass is free of mold and haze. Light internal dust is present, consistent with the age and without noticeable impact on projection or cine use. The coating is intact. The aluminum housing is in very good condition, with no dents or serious damage. The original black rim is present. The box shows normal signs of aging.
Specifications
Focal length 90 mm
Light intensity f/2.5
Type Colorplan
Origin Wetzlar Germany
Period circa 1955 to the early 1960s
Projection lens mount without camera mount.
Details
This object is popular among cine users and is often adapted for modern cameras such as Sony E Mount, Micro Four Thirds, and L Mount. Known for soft bokeh, warm colors, and classic rendering.
Levering
Lens
Original Leitz Wetzlar box
Careful packaging and shipping.
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