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Used Zeiss Contax GL Optics For Sale
$39,500.00
or best offer
Inspection Report Available + Warranty
Used Zeiss Contax GL Optics For Sale
$39,500.00
Description
3-Month Warranty Included. Inspected and serviced by Zeiss-certified lens technicians. This used Zeiss Contax prime set, professionally rehoused by GL Optics, brings the classic Zeiss Contax look into a durable, cinema-ready format. Known for their natural color reproduction, balanced contrast, and crisp yet organic image rendering, these lenses offer a timeless aesthetic that translates beautifully to modern digital cinema cameras. GL Optics’ rehousing upgrades the mechanics with robust PL mounts, standardized front diameters, 0.8 MOD focus and iris gearing, and smooth, extended focus rotation for precise on-set control. The set includes 21mm, 28mm, 35mm, 50mm, 85mm, 100mm, and 135mm, covering a versatile range from wide-angle to telephoto. Offered here as a complete used set in excellent condition, these lenses combine vintage optical character with dependable modern mechanics. Available for sale from Cine Visuals.
Condition Description
Condition Grade
Shipping Policy
Return Policy
Tax & Duties
Core Set
- Used Zeiss Contax 21mm T2.9, Used Zeiss Contax 28mm T2.1, Used Zeiss Contax 35mm T1.5, Used Zeiss Contax 50mm T1.5, Used Zeiss Contax 85mm T1.5, Used Zeiss Contax 100mm T2.1, Used Zeiss Contax 135mm T2.1
Add-ons
Buy Inspection Report
Overview
Get full transparency before you buy.
Each inspection is performed by Cine Visuals’ brand-certified in-house lens technicians,
giving you an accurate, professional assessment of the lens’s condition.
You’ll receive a detailed PDF report with technician notes and diagrams.
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$50 — Credit Applied Toward Purchase of This Lens
If you later choose to purchase the same lens after reviewing the inspection report, your $50 inspection fee will be applied as a credit toward that purchase. If you decide not to purchase the lens, the report remains yours and the $50 is non-refundable.
One inspection report covers the entire lens/set family (only one report is needed per lens family).
What’s in the report
- Optical condition (haze, fungus, cleaning marks, coating integrity)
- Mechanical condition (focus, zoom, and iris operation and smoothness)
- Mount wear, alignment, and general housing condition
Warranty Information
This Zeiss Contax set rehoused by GL Optics comes with a 3-Month Mechanical Warranty, verified and supported by Cine Visuals’ brand-certified in-house lens technicians.
Each lens in this set has been fully inspected, tested, and confirmed to be in excellent optical, mechanical, and cosmetic condition — ready for immediate use.
The warranty covers any mechanical issues that were not present at the time of sale, including focus, iris, and zoom operation where applicable.
It does not cover optical performance, cosmetic condition, normal wear, accidental damage, loss, or theft.
All lenses sold through Cine Visuals are professionally packaged, tested prior to shipping, and backed by our commitment to accuracy, transparency, and quality assurance.
Used Zeiss Contax GL Optics For Sale
$39,500.00 or best offer
(Mint)
Inspection Report Available + 3-Month Warranty
Description
3-Month Warranty Included. Inspected and serviced by Zeiss-certified lens technicians. This used Zeiss Contax prime set, professionally rehoused by GL Optics, brings the classic Zeiss Contax look into a durable, cinema-ready format. Known for their natural color reproduction, balanced contrast, and crisp yet organic image rendering, these lenses offer a timeless aesthetic that translates beautifully to modern digital cinema cameras. GL Optics’ rehousing upgrades the mechanics with robust PL mounts, standardized front diameters, 0.8 MOD focus and iris gearing, and smooth, extended focus rotation for precise on-set control. The set includes 21mm, 28mm, 35mm, 50mm, 85mm, 100mm, and 135mm, covering a versatile range from wide-angle to telephoto. Offered here as a complete used set in excellent condition, these lenses combine vintage optical character with dependable modern mechanics. Available for sale from Cine Visuals.
Package Includes:
Lenses, Case
Condition Description
This set is in mint condition.
Condition Grade
Optical:
A — Excellent / Near-Perfect
Mechanical:
A — Excellent / Near-Perfect
Cosmetic:
A — Excellent / Near-Perfect
Shipping Policy
Domestic Shipping (U.S.)
FREE SHIPPING (GROUND)
All items are shipped from Cine Visuals’ Los Angeles facility.
Orders are processed within 3–5 business days after payment is confirmed. Each lens is
professionally packaged by our in-house team to ensure safe transit.
Tracking information will be provided once the item has shipped.
International Shipping
We ship worldwide via insured carriers such as FedEx, Southwest, or UPS.
Customs duties, taxes, and import fees are not included in the checkout price and must be
paid by the recipient upon delivery.
Insurance
All shipments are fully insured for their declared value.
In the unlikely event of damage during transit, please contact us within 48 hours of delivery and
include detailed photos so our team can assist with an insurance claim.
Return Policy
Each used lens sold through Cine Market undergoes a detailed inspection by Cine Visuals’
certified lens technicians to ensure transparency and quality.
Due to the nature of used cinema equipment, all sales are final unless the item arrives in a
condition materially different from the one described in the inspection report.
If you believe your purchase does not match the provided report, please contact
rentals@cinevisuals.com within 5 business days of receiving your order.
Cine Visuals will review the case and, when applicable, arrange a return or service adjustment.
Tax & Duties
U.S. Orders
Sales tax is automatically calculated at checkout based on your shipping address.
International Orders
Cine Visuals is not responsible for any VAT, import tax, or customs duties charged by your
country.
These fees are the buyer’s responsibility and must be paid upon import.
For official valuation or customs paperwork, please contact rentals@cinevisuals.com before
placing your order.
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