Lens Summary
Brand: Zeiss
Also Known As: Zeiss 100mm f/2
Lens Type: Prime Lens
Format: Full Frame / FX
Focus: Manual Focus
Lens Mount: Canon EF, Nikon F, Pentax K
Release Date: 2006-01-01
MSRP Price: $1843
Made in: Germany
Infrared Rating: Poor
Production Status: In Production
Lens Description: The Zeiss Makro-Planar T* 100mm f/2 Lens has superior quality optics, combining sharp macro performance and a very fast maximum aperture. A \'floating element\' optical system enables the Makro-Planar T* to deliver superior quality images even at f/2, from infinity to the close-focus (1.4\', 0.44 m) distance. Users can employ selective focusing on important details with the clarity required for close-up photography, effectively isolating the subject from distracting surroundings. Applications for this lens making this lens is ideal for use in a wide variety of shooting scenarios including, but not limited to, industrial, scientific, nature, and product photography applications. Its superior and unique image quality also makes it a great choice for portraits.
Zeiss Makro-Planar T* 100mm f/2 Specifications
| Lens Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Prime Lens |
| Focal Length | 100mm |
| Mount Type | Canon EF, Nikon F, Pentax K |
| Format | Full Frame / FX |
| Compatible Format(s) | 35mm Film / Full-Frame Digital Sensor (APS-C) |
| Compatible with Teleconverters | No |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 1:2 |
| Image Stabilization | No |
| Aperture Information | |
| Aperture Ring | Yes |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
| Maximum Angle of View (Full Frame format) | 25° |
| Optical Information | |
| Lens Elements | 9 |
| Lens Groups | 8 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 (rounded) |
| Nano Coating | No |
| T* Anti-Reflective Coating | Yes |
| Focus Information | |
| Focus | Manual Focus |
| Built-in Focus Motor | No |
| Silent Wave / UltraSonic Motor | No |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 0.44m |
| Distance Information | Yes |
| Filter Information | |
| Filter Size | 67mm |
| Accepts Filter Type | Screw-on |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Weather / Dust Sealing | Yes |
| Mount Material | Metal |
| Tripod Collar | No |
| Dimensions | 76 x 113mm |
| Weight | 680g |
| Other Information | |
| Available in Colors | Black |
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