Schneider Xenon 1.9/50mm DKL | Analogue camera

Vintage Schneider-Kreuznach Xenon 50mm f/1.9 – Legendary German Fast Prime (DKL Mount)

Up for auction is a classic Schneider-Kreuznach Xenon 50mm f/1.9 standard lens with DKL (Deckel) bayonet mount, made in Bad Kreuznach, Germany. Renowned among vintage lens enthusiasts and cinematographers for its exceptional sharpness, natural color rendition, and characteristic swirly/creamy bokeh wide open.

Specifications:

Focal Length: 50mm

Maximum Aperture: f/1.9

Optical Construction: 6 elements in 4 groups (double-Gauss formula)

Lens Mount: DKL (Deckel bayonet – Kodak Retina Reflex / Voigtländer Bessamatic system)

Filter Thread: 40.5mm

Condition Report:

Optics: Glass elements are clear and clean. No haze, no fungus, no separation, no deep scratches. Minor internal dust specks consistent with age, not affecting image quality.

Aperture & Diaphragm: Blades are completely clean, dry, and free of oil, snapping smoothly without delay.

Focusing & Mechanics: Focus ring turns smoothly and evenly across the entire range. Mount mechanism seats solidly.

Cosmetics: The barrel shows light cosmetic wear consistent with age, with sharp engraving and clear paint fills. Please inspect the high-resolution photos for exact cosmetic condition.

Digital Adaptation:
Easily adaptable via standard, inexpensive DKL adapters (DKL to Sony E, Fujifilm FX, Canon RF, Nikon Z, Leica L, or Micro Four Thirds). An outstanding, compact performer for modern mirrorless photography and video.

Package Includes:

Schneider-Kreuznach Xenon 50mm f/1.9 lens

Front lens cap

Carefully packaged with shock-absorbing protection and shipped via registered/insured postal service with tracking.