Carl Zeiss telephoto lens for Contax camera system

This Carl Zeiss telephoto lens was manufactured for the Contax camera system, likely during the 1980s to early 1990s when Contax SLR cameras were at their peak popularity. The lens features the distinctive ribbed focusing ring and diamond-pattern grip that were hallmarks of Zeiss lenses from this era, along with precise distance and aperture markings. Carl Zeiss lenses are highly regarded in photography circles for their exceptional optical quality, precision engineering, and distinctive rendering. Photography enthusiasts and professional photographers particularly value vintage Zeiss lenses for their excellent build quality and the unique character they bring to images. These lenses continue to be sought after by collectors and photographers who adapt them to modern digital cameras.