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Sony Carl Zeiss 50mm f/1.4 ZA SSM Planar T*

Name: Sony Carl Zeiss 50mm f/1.4 ZA SSM Planar T*
Brand: Sony
SKU: sony-carl-zeiss-50mm-f1-4-za-ssm-planar-t
Availability: InStock

4.9

(11 reviews)

Mechanical: 5.0

Focal Length

50mm

Aperture

f/1.4-22

Mount

Minolta A, Sony A

Weight

518g

Sony Carl Zeiss 50mm f/1.4 ZA SSM Planar T* is a auto focus prime lens for full frame cameras.

Optical design

Wide open, subjects located outside the depth of field are shown very blurred. Has 9 aperture blades, with this amount of aperture blades you will be satisfied with the result.

Physical characteristics

71 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. Weights 518 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. With a lens filter diameter of 72 mm you are one step from the next standard filter size, buy step-up ring and bigger filter but you can chose from plenty options.

Sony Carl Zeiss 50mm f/1.4 ZA SSM Planar T* purchase history

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Purchases (25)

May 19, 2025$537.00
May 19, 2025$514.00
May 19, 2025$516.00
May 19, 2025$529.00
May 5, 2025$912.00
Mar 24, 2025$130.00
Mar 13, 2025$476.00
Mar 13, 2025$485.00
Mar 13, 2025$470.00
Jan 2, 2025$665.00
Jan 2, 2025$649.00
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Dec 21, 2024$163.00
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Jul 24, 2024$640.00
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Jul 24, 2024$582.00
Jul 24, 2024$575.00
Jun 12, 2024$445.00
Aug 13, 2021$630.00
Jul 9, 2021$848.00

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Apr 2, 2026High: $485.00 / Low: $485.00
Mar 18, 2026High: $599.00 / Low: $599.00
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What is the Sony Carl Zeiss 50mm f/1.4 ZA SSM Planar T*?

Sony Carl Zeiss 50mm f/1.4 ZA SSM Planar T* is a camera lens with 50mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/1.4/22, for the Minolta A, Sony A mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 518g.

Prices and availability are sourced from eBay sold listings and live auctions at request time.

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Technical Specifications

Optical

Focal Length50mm

Aperturef/1.4-22

Min Focus Distance4.5m

Focusing

Physical

Weight518g

Length71.5mm

Filter Thread72mm

MountMinolta A, Sony A

FormatFull frame

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Reviews

Can’t go wrong with the Sony/Zeiss lenses 5.0/5

Can’t go wrong with the Sony/Zeiss lenses I have several Sony/Zeiss lenses.....all “A” mount..... I own the 50mm F1.4 T* prime...the Sony/Zeiss 85mm f1.4 T* prime...the Sony/Zeiss 24mm-70 F2.8 SSM T* zoom...and an APS_C Sony/Zeiss 16 to,80mm F3.5/4.5 T* zoom...they are all outstanding performers, built well, and great Image makers...all exhibiting those famous Zeiss colors and contrast. My favorite,of them all is the 50mm “normal” ...outstandingmsharpness, even wide open. My A99 full frame camera body mates well with all the lenses...and my A77 body works with all of them using the 1.5 crop factor.

Fantastic lens - highly recommended.5.0/5

Fantastic lens - highly recommended. There is simply no comparison with the smaller and cheaper Sony/Minolta 50/1.4. The images are as if three dimensional even wide open. If one needs a high speed 50mm, than there is no contest. That said, if you can live with f2.8, than the Sony/Minolta 50mm/2.8 macro produces similarly great images at a fraction of the cost of the Zeiss.

Excellent glass with a beautiful painting ....5.0/5

Excellent glass with a beautiful painting .... Should CZ manufactures manual focus lens Sony A-mount, could my collection contains some of them.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Sony Carl Zeiss 50mm f/1.4 ZA SSM Planar T*?

Sony Carl Zeiss 50mm f/1.4 ZA SSM Planar T* is a camera lens with 50mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/1.4/22, for the Minolta A, Sony A mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 518g.

What mount is the Sony Carl Zeiss 50mm f/1.4 ZA SSM Planar T* compatible with?

Sony Carl Zeiss 50mm f/1.4 ZA SSM Planar T* uses a Minolta A, Sony A mount and supports the Full frame format.

How much does the Sony Carl Zeiss 50mm f/1.4 ZA SSM Planar T* cost?

Based on recent eBay sold listings the Sony Carl Zeiss 50mm f/1.4 ZA SSM Planar T* typically sells for around $130.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

Is the Sony Carl Zeiss 50mm f/1.4 ZA SSM Planar T* a good lens?

Sony Carl Zeiss 50mm f/1.4 ZA SSM Planar T* has a community rating of 4.9/5 from 11 review(s).

Which lenses are similar to the Sony Carl Zeiss 50mm f/1.4 ZA SSM Planar T*?

Similar lenses include Minolta AF 50mm f/1.4 (RS), Minolta AF 50mm f/1.7 (RS), Minolta AF 50mm f/2.8 Macro.

Current Pricing

Latest Price

€485.00

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Review Summary

Overall Rating

4.9

Mechanical5.0/5

Based on 29 reviewers