Lens Summary
Brand: Zeiss
Also Known As: Zeiss 85mm f/4
Lens Type: Prime Lens
Format: Full Frame / FX
Focus: Manual Focus
Lens Mount: Leica M
Release Date: 2006-01-01
MSRP Price: $940
Made in: Germany
Infrared Rating: Good
Production Status: In Production
Lens Description: A more compact alternative to the 85mm f/2 Sonnar T* is this Zeiss 85mm f/4 Tele-Tessar T* Lens. It is a traveler\'s dream lens; compressed in size but not in quality. This lens is an excellent choice for taking portraits, capturing details and reportagé.
Zeiss Tele-Tessar T* 85mm f/4 Specifications
| Lens Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Prime Lens |
| Focal Length | 85mm |
| Mount Type | Leica M |
| Format | Full Frame / FX |
| Compatible Format(s) | 35mm Film / Full-Frame Digital Sensor DSLR (APS-C Sensor) |
| Compatible with Teleconverters | No |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 0.11x |
| Image Stabilization | No |
| Aperture Information | |
| Aperture Ring | Yes |
| Maximum Aperture | f/4 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
| Maximum Angle of View (Full Frame format) | 29°/25°/17° (diagonal/horizontal/vertical) |
| Optical Information | |
| Lens Elements | 5 |
| Lens Groups | 3 |
| 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 | 0.90m |
| Distance Information | Yes |
| Filter Information | |
| Filter Size | 43mm |
| Accepts Filter Type | Screw-on |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Weather / Dust Sealing | Yes |
| Mount Material | Metal |
| Tripod Collar | No |
| Dimensions | 54 x 95mm |
| Weight | 310g |
| Other Information | |
| Available in Colors | Black and Silver |
Lens Construction 
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