Carl Zeiss Jena is a branch of the legendary Carl Zeiss Company. The brand was established after World War II when Jena remained on the side of East Germany and the well-known Zeiss brand wanted to be used in West Germany as well. Show The company manufactured a wide range of optics: from camera lenses to microscopes, industrial optics and optical equipment for the military. Frame types varied over the years: older frames were chromed. The latest classic Carl Zeiss Jena lenses were produced with aluminum bodies, with red or green markings. Optically, the quality of Jena lenses was excellent. Mechanically, it has been said that the quality varied more. Interested? Let’s talk – send us a message! We currently rehouse the following lensesRehoused Carl Zeiss Jena GalleryLens Conversion Process• Stainless steel PL mount • Zero image shifting • Cam Form Focus drive optimized for modern motors • Unique robust aluminium construction • Easy to collimate with shims • 280-300 degree rotation • Standard 110mm and 95mm front diameter • Easy to service Additional features on Request• New round iris • LPL and EF mounts • Personalised engravings • High visible UV markings Frequently Asked Questions about Lens RehousingShipping instructions inside EU: To ensure the safe shipment of the lenses, please follow these instructions. Package the lenses carefully, using individual small boxes for each lens and suitable filler material.Place all the individual boxes within a larger box filled with soft filler to protect them from any impacts during transit. Take all necessary precautions to ensure their proper protection. Include the following details of our office manager, Katri Peltomäki, on the side of the package along with the address: Attn: Katri Peltomäki Phone: +358 40 625 9723 E-mail [email protected] Address: Whitepoint Optics Sturenkatu 21 00510 Helsinki Finland Note: Entrance via Teollisuuskatu Shipping instructions outside the EU: For customs purposes, please remember to provide the necessary information on the export documents when shipping outside the EU. Include the following details:
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Please add the phone number and email address of our office manager Katri Peltomäki. In lens rehousing, the client sends lenses to us for conversion. After conversion, the lenses can be used in cinematography and are compatible with modern cine accessories. In a typical case, the converted lenses are originally still camera optics, but we also rehouse vintage film lenses to be used with modern cinema equipment. The client is responsible for the quality of the optical components. The client also takes care of postage fees, when sending lenses to us. Our current delivery estimate for the lenses in our range is 14 months. If a lens that is not part of our program is agreed upon, this will become its own special project, the time estimate of which will be agreed separately. The delivery time varies depending on the order backlog and the lens set you are interested in – contact us and ask for the current delivery time! Payment terms are as follows:
We can either deliver the whole batch or in smaller batches. Just let us know what the priority is and we can send lenses out as soon as they are finished. No need to wait for the whole set. Unfortunately, we cannot source lenses for clients. For a quote, and we will get back to you with an offer. The conversion process begins once the first payment (25%) is received. Unfortunately, we do not have a way of estimating shipping/import duties in advance. Once we know the size of the package, we can get an estimate of delivery charges. Duties are usually reasonable. When shipping from outside of the EU: In order to avoid extra duties, we are using shipping for a temporary repair.
It is important you have clearly stated the value of the content when shipping using a proforma document. We will return the lenses using the same proforma value you indicate. Whitepoint Optics guarantees a 12 months warranty for rehoused lenses. Warranty does not cover misuse of goods, or using goods in a manner for which they are not intended. Warranty does not cover normal wear and tear or careless use of the goods. We shall remedy defects if the warranty claim is valid and within the warranty period. It is at our decision whether we remedy the defect by repair or replacement. We are however happy to help if an impact etc. happens. Please get in touch. In these cases, our hourly rate is 100 €/h (+ the cost of parts that need replacing). We do offer the possibility for personalized engravings and a range of colors for a stylish finish. We also offer dual high visible UV markings on request. Ask also for enhanced close focus. Engravings prices Customized engravings: Design setup fee 1200€ + 200€/lens Includes:
Cap engravings: Design setup fee 500€ + 50€/lens We can also engrave other logos on request, but we can’t take any legal responsibility for using trademarked material. We are able to engrave both in metric and imperial scales – it’s your choice. We can engrave additional scales also (for additional cost of 200€/lens). Due to shipping costs, rehousing a single lens is usually not very cost-effective. That is why we rehouse mostly whole lens sets. However, there are no technical barriers for rehousing a single lens. If you have a single lens that you want to be rehoused, ! Unfortunately, no. In that process lenses will lose their individual vintage-look, and that is not what we or the customer wants. In a case of damaged lens, it is usually better to source a new lens. We generally don’t supply cases to customers for two reasons:
Of course! Our office and factory is located in Helsinki, Finland. , and we will organize a safe visit for you. CONTACTWe are currently experiencing a high volume of inquiries. As a result, our response time may be longer than usual. We are working diligently to address your messages. We apologize for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your patience. We value your business and will get back to you as soon as possible. |