The 80mm Zeiss Xenotar lenses were standard lenses for Maurer cameras on human spaceflight missions during Project Gemini. The equipment available for these photographic work during Gemini was extensive, including lenses of different focal lengths, special filters, and extra film magazines, which increased the types and amount of photographic work astronauts could do in space.

This lens was transferred from NASA to the Museum in 1972.

 Display Status

This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin Germany Type EQUIPMENT-Photographic Manufacturer Jos. Schneider Optische Werke
 Dimensions Overall: 2 3/4 x 3in. (6.99 x 7.62cm)
 Materials Anodized aluminum, aluminum, stainless steel, glass, paint, plastic
 Inventory Number A19790254000 Credit Line Transferred from NASA Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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