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21/4.5 Zeiss Biogon for Contarex
![](zeiss/contarex/21f45.jpg)
![](zeiss/contarex/21f45r.jpg)
One of the original lenses for the Contarex system, it is designed for use
with the Bullseye and Special only. It is a non-retro focus design requires mirror
lockup, basically the same design produced for the Contax system. Like the
Contax version, it is provided with an auxiliary shoe mounted viewfinder.
![](zeiss/contarex/21f45.jpg)
![](zeiss/contarex/21f45r.jpg)
The Zeiss product code for the lens is 11.2402.
Years produced | Quantity produced | Black or chrome | Angle of view | Elements/groups | Filter size |
1958-62 | 4000 | Chrome | 90 degrees | 8/5 | B56 |