Zeiss Otus 55mm f/1.4 Apo Distagon T ZE/ZF.2

    4.7
    (10 reviews)
    Optical: 5.0
    Mechanical: 5.0
    Value: 4.7
    Focal Length
    55mm
    Aperture
    f/1.4-16
    Mount
    Canon EF, Canon EF-S, Nikon DX, Nikon FX
    Weight
    970g
    Zeiss Otus 55mm f/1.4 Apo Distagon T ZE/ZF.2 is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.

    Optical design

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

    Physical characteristics

    With a lens filter diameter of 77 mm this lens deserves a good quality filter, this is commonly filter size, presents numerous filter possibilities. Weights 970 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag. 141 mm long, with this size carry only if you use it.

    Zeiss Otus 55mm f/1.4 Apo Distagon T ZE/ZF.2 purchase history

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    What is the Zeiss Otus 55mm f/1.4 Apo Distagon T ZE/ZF.2?

    Zeiss Otus 55mm f/1.4 Apo Distagon T ZE/ZF.2 is a camera lens with 55mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/1.4/16, for the Canon EF, Canon EF-S, Nikon DX, Nikon FX mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 970g.

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

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    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length55mm
    Aperturef/1.4-16
    Min Focus Distance0.5m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight970g
    Length141mm
    Filter Thread77mm
    MountCanon EF, Canon EF-S, Nikon DX, Nikon FX
    FormatFull frame

    Reviews

    Zeiss quality5.0/5

    Zeiss quality Well built lens and sharp images with good color saturation.

    Good Lens4.0/5

    Good Lens Not as well made as the 15mm zeiss but better than most...

    Very sharp5.0/5

    Very sharp Perfect lens

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Zeiss Otus 55mm f/1.4 Apo Distagon T ZE/ZF.2?

    Zeiss Otus 55mm f/1.4 Apo Distagon T ZE/ZF.2 is a camera lens with 55mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/1.4/16, for the Canon EF, Canon EF-S, Nikon DX, Nikon FX mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 970g.

    What mount is the Zeiss Otus 55mm f/1.4 Apo Distagon T ZE/ZF.2 compatible with?

    Zeiss Otus 55mm f/1.4 Apo Distagon T ZE/ZF.2 uses a Canon EF, Canon EF-S, Nikon DX, Nikon FX mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Zeiss Otus 55mm f/1.4 Apo Distagon T ZE/ZF.2 cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Zeiss Otus 55mm f/1.4 Apo Distagon T ZE/ZF.2 typically sells for around $144.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Zeiss Otus 55mm f/1.4 Apo Distagon T ZE/ZF.2 a good lens?

    Zeiss Otus 55mm f/1.4 Apo Distagon T ZE/ZF.2 has a community rating of 4.7/5 from 10 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Zeiss Otus 55mm f/1.4 Apo Distagon T ZE/ZF.2?

    Similar lenses include Canon MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x Macro Photo, Carl Zeiss Makro-Planar T 50mm f/2 Z, Micro-Nikkor-PC 55mm f/3.5 Auto.

    Current Pricing

    Latest Price
    €1,173.00

    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    4.9
    Optical5.0/5
    Mechanical5.0/5
    Value4.7/5
    Bokeh5.0/5
    Usability4.7/5
    Based on 3 reviewers