Canon 3,5/135mm L39 | Camera lens

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Canon 3.5/135mm L39 telephoto lens, dating from the 1950s, with Canon FD mount, in very good physical condition and tested and working.

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Overview / Rarity / Cultural Background
This is a vintage Canon 135mm f/3.5 L39 telephoto lens by Canon, designed for Leica screw mount (L39) cameras.
L39 mount lenses are highly collectible due to their compatibility with classic rangefinder systems, and Canon’s lenses from this era are particularly valued for their solid construction and reliable performance.
This model is becoming increasingly difficult to find in good condition, especially outside Japan, making it attractive to collectors.
Compared to lenses from Leica, Canon L39 lenses offer excellent value and unique character, reflecting Japan’s rapid advancement in optical engineering during the post-war period.
It represents a time when Japanese manufacturers produced high-quality alternatives to European optics, helping establish Japan’s global reputation in photography.

Serial
105716

Appearance
Minor scratches and stains from use.

Optics
There is no fog.
There is no fungus.
There is no balsam separation.
There are no scratches.
There are no large dusts.
No problem in the shooting.

Functional
It has been confirmed to work properly.
The helicoid operates smoothly.
The aperture blades move smoothly.

Bundled Items
All you can see on the picture will be included in a set of a package.

Shipping
I ship it in Japan post Small Parquet.
Attach the tracking number.
Shipping is only available to the address registered in Catawiki.
As it is shipped from Japan, it cannot be shipped to Russia.

Payment
We will ship the item 3 business days after your payment clears.

International Buyers - Please Note:
This item will be shipped from Japan.
Import duties taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost.
These charges are the buyer's responsibility.
Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying.

Overview / Rarity / Cultural Background
This is a vintage Canon 135mm f/3.5 L39 telephoto lens by Canon, designed for Leica screw mount (L39) cameras.
L39 mount lenses are highly collectible due to their compatibility with classic rangefinder systems, and Canon’s lenses from this era are particularly valued for their solid construction and reliable performance.
This model is becoming increasingly difficult to find in good condition, especially outside Japan, making it attractive to collectors.
Compared to lenses from Leica, Canon L39 lenses offer excellent value and unique character, reflecting Japan’s rapid advancement in optical engineering during the post-war period.
It represents a time when Japanese manufacturers produced high-quality alternatives to European optics, helping establish Japan’s global reputation in photography.

Serial
105716

Appearance
Minor scratches and stains from use.

Optics
There is no fog.
There is no fungus.
There is no balsam separation.
There are no scratches.
There are no large dusts.
No problem in the shooting.

Functional
It has been confirmed to work properly.
The helicoid operates smoothly.
The aperture blades move smoothly.

Bundled Items
All you can see on the picture will be included in a set of a package.

Shipping
I ship it in Japan post Small Parquet.
Attach the tracking number.
Shipping is only available to the address registered in Catawiki.
As it is shipped from Japan, it cannot be shipped to Russia.

Payment
We will ship the item 3 business days after your payment clears.

International Buyers - Please Note:
This item will be shipped from Japan.
Import duties taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost.
These charges are the buyer's responsibility.
Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Lens mount type
Canon FD
Brand
Canon
Model/type nr
3,5/135mm L39 |
Physical condition
Very good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Estimated period
1950-1960
JapanVerified
22
Objects sold
100%
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