Here is a single TLS Zeiss Contax 15mm T4 AE.
Originally released in the 1970s, the Zeiss Contax range shares its heritage with the legendary Zeiss Super Speeds. Featuring renowned T* coatings and an exceptional optical design, the 15mm Zeiss Contax combines impressive coverage with the distinctive, organic character that sets vintage optics apart from modern lenses. Often referred to as the full-frame Super Speeds, these lenses have earned their reputation for good reason.
TLS has transformed this classic photographic optic into a professional cine lens, preserving its distinctive optical character while delivering the precision, durability and control required on set.
The 15mm Zeiss Contax features a robust, handcrafted rehousing designed for smooth, repeatable operation and seamless integration into a professional cine setup.


*Replacement ‘ninja star’ iris available for the AE variants
These premium, hand-crafted lenses are designed to elevate your storytelling with unparalleled quality and style. Bring a piece of history to your next production and experience the magic of the Zeiss Contax rehoused lenses!
| Zeiss Contax | 15mm F3.5 | 18mm F4.0 | 21mm F2.8 | 25mm F2.8 | 28mm F2.0 | 35mm F1.4 | 50mm F1.4 | 85mm F1.4 | 100mm F2.0 | 135mm | ||||||||||||||||||||
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| Mount | PL | PL | PL | PL | PL | PL | PL | PL | PL | PL | ||||||||||||||||||||
| T-Stop | TBC | 4.4 | 3.2 | 3 | 2.2 | 1.6 | 1.6 | 1.6 | 2.1 | 2.1 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Min. Object Distance typ. | 7" | 9" | 9" | 10" | 10" | 12" | 15" | 2'2" | 2' | 3'3" | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Ø Image Circle Across T-stop | T4 | T8 | T16 | T4.4 | T8 | T16 | T3.2 | T8 | T16 | T3 | T8 | T16 | T2.2 | T8 | T16 | T1.6 | T8 | T16 | T3.2 | T8 | T16 | T1.6 | T8 | T16 | T2.1 | T8 | T16 | T2.1 | T8 | T16 |
| Ø Image Circle - Close Focus (mm) | 54 | 54 | 54 | 49 | 49 | 49 | 52 | 52 | 52 | 56 | 56 | 55 | 60+ | 60+ | 60+ | 60+ | 60+ | 60+ | 60+ | 60+ | 60+ | 60+ | 60+ | 60+ | 60+ | 60+ | 60+ | 60+ | 60+ | 60+ |
| Ø Image Circle - Infinity (mm) | 48 | 48 | 47 | 45 | 45 | 45 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 52 | 52 | 50 | 55 | 55 | 55 | 57 | 57 | 57 | 55 | 55 | 55 | 60+ | 60+ | 60+ | 60+ | 60+ | 60+ | 60+ | 60+ | 60+ |
| Front Diameter (mm) | 134 | 95 | 95 | 95 | 95 | 95 | 95 | 95 | 95 | 95 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Total Length (mm)* | 89 | 56 | 91 | 65 | 75 | 85 | 65 | 85 | 109 | 123 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Total Length (inches)* | <3.51 | 2.22 | 3.58 | 2.57 | 2.96 | 3.36 | 2.57 | 3.36 | 4.30 | 4.85 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight* (kg)** | 1.44 | 0.86 | 1.29 | 0.93 | 1.16 | 1.19 | 0.87 | 1.24 | 1.41 | 1.64 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight* (lbs)** | 3lb 3oz | 1lb 14.3oz | 2lb 2oz | 2lb 8oz | 2lb 9oz | 2lb 10oz | 2lb 15oz | 2lb 12oz | 3lb 2oz | 4lbs | ||||||||||||||||||||