This is a rare, vintage spiral-bound brochure titled “ZEISS-Photo-Objektive”, produced by VEB Carl Zeiss Jena (East Germany). The booklet features technical illustrations, lens diagrams, charts, and photographs related to iconic Zeiss lenses such as Tessar, Sonnar, Biotar, Topogon, and more. The catalog includes detailed specs, visual quality control explanations, and beautiful period photography—all in German.


A must-have collectible for fans of vintage optics, camera historians, or those collecting Zeiss memorabilia. The cover design features lens cutaways and a classic Zeiss lens image, showcasing the legendary engineering and aesthetics of the mid-20th century.

• Format: Spiral-bound booklet

• Language: German

• Condition: Very good vintage condition with minor wear at corners

• Features: Diagrams, specifications, testing processes, photography samples

• Approximate size: ~8.25” x 6” (21 cm x 15 cm)