Zeiss Planar T* 85mm f/1.4

Carl Zeiss Planar T 85mm f/1.4 ZF

Lens Summary

Brand: Zeiss

Also Known As: Zeiss 85mm f/1.4

Lens Type: Prime Lens

Format: Full Frame / FX

Focus: Manual Focus

Lens Mount: Canon EF, Nikon F, Pentax K

Release Date: 2008-01-01

MSRP Price: $1283

Made in: Germany

Infrared Rating: Poor

Production Status: In Production

Lens Description: The Zeiss Planar T* 85mm f/1.4 is a short telephoto lens which has a classic portrait focal length and performs exceptionally well at medium to longer distances. With a 6-element lens in 5 groups and the Zeiss T* lens coating, you can expect distortion-free performance, which only improves as the lens is stopped down. The f/1.4 aperture is very useful for shooting in low light, creatively controlling depth of field, and its nearly circular diaphragm helps create a pleasing look in your photo\'s out-of-focus areas.


Zeiss Planar T* 85mm f/1.4 Specifications

Lens Specifications
Lens TypePrime Lens
Focal Length85mm
Mount TypeCanon EF, Nikon F, Pentax K
FormatFull Frame / FX
Compatible Format(s)35mm Film / Full-Frame Digital Sensor APS-C
Compatible with TeleconvertersNo
Maximum Reproduction Ratio1:10
Image StabilizationNo
Aperture Information
Aperture RingYes
Maximim Aperturef/1.4
Minimum Aperturef/16
Maximum Angle of View (Full frame or larger format)29°
Optical Information
Lens Elements6
Lens Groups5
Diaphragm Blades9 (rounded)
T* Anti-Reflective CoatingYes
Focus Information
FocusManual Focus
Built-in Focus MotorNo
Minimum Focus Distance1m
Distance InformationYes
Filter Information
Filter Size72mm
Accepts Filter TypeScrew-on
Physical Characteristics
Weather / Dust SealingYes
Mount MaterialMetal
Dimensions78 x 85mm
Weight700g
Other Information
Available in ColorsBlack

Lens Construction

Carl Zeiss Planar T 85mm f/1.4 Diagram

MTF Chart

Carl Zeiss Planar T 85mm f/1.4 MTF chart

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