The Zeiss Otus 1.4/55 is a manual focus standard prime lens for Canon Inc. and Nikon DSLR bodies. It was announced by Zeiss on 7 October 2013.

Zeiss Otus 1.4/55
MakerZeiss
Lens mount(s)Canon EF, Nikon F
Technical data
TypePrime
Focus driveNone, manual only
Focal length55 mm
Aperture (max/min)f/1.4 to f/16
Close focus distance0.50 m (1 ft 8 in)
Max. magnification0.15×
Construction12 elements in 10 groups
Features
Lens-based stabilizationNo No
ApplicationStandard prime
Physical
Max. length141 mm (5.6 in)
Diameter92 mm (3.6 in)
Weight970 g (34 oz)
Filter diameter77 mm
Accessories
Lens hoodYes, included
Angle of view
Horizontal36.7°
Vertical24.9°
Diagonal43.7°
History
Introduction2013
Retail info
MSRP3499 USD

It is noted for producing a sharp image, with good correction for chromatic and spherical aberration as well as distortion. It produces pleasant bokeh, but vignettes strongly on full frame bodies at its maximum aperture.[1]

References edit

  1. ^ "Carl Zeiss Otus 55 mm f/1.4 ZE/ZF.2 review - Summary - LensTip.com". www.lenstip.com. Retrieved 19 February 2023.

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