Werra Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 2.8/50mm NOTTESTED

Werra Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 2.8/50mm NOTTESTED

The Werra is a beautifully designed compact camera produced by Carl Zeiss Jena (East Germany) during the 1950s and 1960s. Celebrated for its minimalist Bauhaus-inspired design and precise engineering, the Werra remains a symbol of East German craftsmanship and design innovation.

This example is fitted with the legendary Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 2.8/50mm, renowned for its excellent sharpness, contrast, and classic Zeiss rendering. The camera comes with a Kaiser 30.5mm UV filter, though the original lens cap is missing.

Key Features

• Werra – classic compact camera by Carl Zeiss Jena
• Lens: Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 2.8/50mm
• All-metal body with minimalist East German design
• Mechanical film advance and shutter operation
• Includes Kaiser 30.5mm UV filter
• Lens cap missing
• Made in Germany (DDR) – durable and precisely engineered

Condition

• Age-appropriate condition with visible signs of use
• Item not tested for functionality (NOTTESTED) – function unknown, possibly defective
• Lens may show haze, fungus, scratches, or other defects
• Lens cap missing

Scope of Delivery

Scope of delivery as shown in the pictures, including Kaiser 30.5mm UV filter.

Note

Sold without warranty. Item is explicitly offered as NOTTESTED – function unknown, possibly defective.

Conclusion

The Werra with Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 2.8/50mm is a stunning piece of East German camera design and craftsmanship. With its minimalist form, sharp Tessar optics, and included Kaiser UV filter, it represents both technical and aesthetic excellence — a collectible classic for lovers of vintage Zeiss Equipment.