Quick answer
The Schneider-Kreuznach Tele-Xenar 90mm f/3.5 is a short telephoto prime lens covering 90mm at f/3.5 for the M42 mount. Its moderate maximum aperture works best in good light or with a higher ISO.
About this lens
This 90mm f/3.5 manual-focus short-telephoto prime lens from Schneider-Kreuznach fits M42 mount cameras. The focal length is a classic choice for portraits and details.
Schneider-Kreuznach Tele-Xenar 90mm f/3.5 specifications
- Brand
- Schneider-Kreuznach
- Mount
- M42
- Focal length
- 90mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/3.5
- Lens type
- Prime
What can you shoot with the Schneider-Kreuznach Tele-Xenar 90mm f/3.5?
At 90mm this is a short telephoto prime, which typically suits:
- Portraits with a flattering perspective
- Events and weddings
- Isolating subjects from the background
Its moderate maximum aperture works best in good light or with a higher ISO.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor (adapted mount, so sensor size depends on your camera). Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 90mm | 22.6° | 27° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 135mm | 15.2° | 18.2° |
| Micro Four Thirds | 2.0x | 180mm | 11.4° | 13.7° |
Frequently asked questions
What mount does the Schneider-Kreuznach Tele-Xenar 90mm f/3.5 use?
It uses the M42 mount, so it fits M42 cameras directly and can be used on other systems through a mount adapter.
What is the focal length of the Schneider-Kreuznach Tele-Xenar 90mm f/3.5?
It is a fixed 90mm lens with a maximum aperture of f/3.5. That makes it a short telephoto lens.
Is the Schneider-Kreuznach Tele-Xenar 90mm f/3.5 a prime or a zoom lens?
It is a prime lens with a fixed 90mm focal length. Primes usually open wider than zooms; this one opens to f/3.5.
What is the Schneider-Kreuznach Tele-Xenar 90mm f/3.5 equivalent on a crop sensor?
On APS-C (1.5x crop) it frames like 135mm on full frame, with a 15.2° horizontal and 18.2° diagonal field of view. On Micro Four Thirds (2x crop) it frames like 180mm on full frame, with a 11.4° horizontal and 13.7° diagonal field of view. These figures are calculated from the focal length and crop factor.
Alternatives for M42 from other brands
All M42 lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
