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Zeiss Zeiss Otus Distagon T* 1.4/55 ZF.2 (Nikon)
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Zeiss Zeiss Otus Distagon T* 1.4/55 ZF.2 (Nikon)
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| Product code | CA41444 |
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| Barcode | 4047865400909 |
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| Brand | Zeiss |
12 reviews for Zeiss Zeiss Otus Distagon T* 1.4/55 ZF.2 (Nikon)
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kindl-leser Peter claus krings –
the new reference lens
miss diane l jones –
I can’t reproduce the quality in the corners – although maybe I got a bad one
SJW –
I can’t reproduce the early release sample quality in the corners. Perhaps I got a poor lens, but there is no way this is the same lens in the early public tests.
Helen Argyrou –
The best lens available. The photos are crisp and extremely clear. AF is absent but absolutely not a problem. Definite one to have in your bag.
Mac P F –
A number of commentators have deemed this lens ‘impractical’ because of its size, weight, and lack of auto-focus. I would say that if you have a high-resolution DSLR like the NIKON D81o [as I do], or one of the latest CANON 5 models, this lens will enable you to get the very best out of your sensor — once you master the focus, which is not hard to do, the results will be razor-sharp, and if your interest is in taking sharp images of large complex objects, then this lens is worth its price.Since my main interest is photographing warships, this lens’ superb capability at handling lens flare [always an issue with sunlight on water] is simply an added plus. In the same vein, since I am not photographing rapidly moving objects, and intend using a tripod wherever possible along with timed/remote release, the weight and size of the lens become non-issues.This is a specialized tool, and not every photographer will (or should) want it, but those who have needs which this lens meets superbly will not begrudge the cost — and as a physical object, I think this has no peer.
Voyageur –
Before we get started a bit of background. I purchased the Otus 55mm because I was looking for 50mm focal length that would give me results similar to my Zeiss Macro Planar 100mm (I LOVE the Zeiss 100mm Macro Planar – it truly can not be beat). I also own the Nikon 50mm f1.4, and the Sigma Art 50mm.For IQ – if the Otus 55mm was a 5 out of 5 the Sigma would be 4.8 out of 5… the Nikon would be in the 2.5 out of 5 range.So if you are looking at this lens you need to ask yourself a few questions.1) Do you know EXACTLY how and why you will use this lens? For me, I have a certain number of shots that they added IQ will help my business be more profitable. For these photos I have time to set up the composition and fine tune things until I have the exact shot I am looking for. If you have the time to set-up the composition nothing will surpass the Otus lenses.2) You need excellent photos, but most of your shots are not in a studio , or static, setting. If this describes you, buy the Sigma Art 50mm.The Otus is better lens IF you have the time to compose your shots. The Sigma Art 50mm is very close in terms of sharpness, contrast, and saturation (to my eye) but it also has a very fast autofocus (not to mention you can buy 3 of them for the price of the Otus).Notes on the Otus1- First and foremost – before buying this lens know WHY you are buying it. This is an advanced lens for professionals who know exactly what they want in a photo. If you are a casual photographer just looking for the absolute best lens money can buy…. this is it, but without practice you will be much better served by the Sigma Art 50mm.2- I use a Nikon D750, but honestly this lens really needs to be paired with the D810 camera. It is kinds of a waste pairing this medium-format type of lens with anything other than the highest resolving sensor.3- Yes it is manual focus, but it really is fun to use.4- The best way to describe the Otus line up is that they are fantastic *static* lenses. Pictures with no moving objects (or very few) where you can fine tune focus and really play with the DOF to compose the photo as you see it in your mind’s eye. Not necessarily in a studio setting, but you can fully utilize this lens when you have a time (seconds… or minutes) to think about your shot.5- Not a lens for street photography, sports, or anything dynamic. The Sigma Art 50mm should be your option if you need this focal length for those types of shots.6- Comparison between the Otus and the Nikon lenses. There really is no comparison. The sharpness, contrast, and saturation of the otus is light years better than the Nikon 50mm (which I also own). The Otus creates a 3D look, and when done properly, the images jump out of the frame.7- Yes, it is kind of heavy, but really that is a minor point. This is not a great walk around lens for street photography anyway. I could see people using it for nature photography, but even then they will probably miss a few shots.8- Bokeh – unmatched.9- Build quality – again unmatched. The lens hood is its own wonder.Things to consider- It does vignette when wide open. Obviously Lightroom can correct it with ease.- Manual focus on Nikon can be a painful experience. In fact, the focus indicator (the little dot that appears) isn’t always correct. Be prepared to lose a few shots when working at shallow DOFs due to challenges of manually focusing. However, again this is part of the joy of actually taking photographs instead of just being a button pusher.- If you have this lens on your camera you can forget about handing the camera to someone so that they can take YOUR photo. Even a lot of pros struggle with manual focus lenses (on Nikons).Final verdict – An absolutely great lens, but only buy it if you know why you are buying it. If you have doubts on how, where, or why you would use it just save some money and buy the nearly equally excellent Sigma Art 50mm (and maybe even throw in the Sigma Art 24-35mm) lens. However, if you have a defined need no other lens can top it.
SteamPanda –
If You Need This, You Need It Bad
David Dadswell –
The best lens available
John Haslett –
Most common complaints:1. Manual focus is a deal breaker and makes this lens unpractical.Answer: a typical AF lens with MF option has a quarter turn focus rotation while this Otus has somewhere close to 320 degree focus rotation. An AF lens is designed for AF and of course MF will be hard, but this Otus is designed for MF. I have absolutely no issue with MF on this lens while shooting a moving baby. Sure, one might miss a shot here and there, but I have never achieved 100% focus accuracy on my AF-S and AF-I lenses either.2. This lens is too big and bulky.Answer: well, not really. the lens body is a bit shorter than a 24-70. With hood, the Otus is actually much smaller than a 24-70 with its ginormous hood. Let’s be honest here, I bet most people who are looking at this lens right now do have one of those gold ring mid zoom lenses. If you don’t mind the size or the weight of a standard zoom then there is no reason to complain about Otus’ size. And be a man, if the weight of this lens scare you, how about doing some curls every night and bulk up your muscle a bit.3. This lens is ridiculously expensive.Answer: have you priced the latest apochromatic lenses with aspherical elements from Leica? Yeah….. NO, this lens is NOT expensive. you are getting a bargain actually. Quality glasses don’t lose value. Look at the nikkor 58 noct or the nikkor 6mm fish eye.4. Value, nikon lens offer 90% of the performance for 1/20th the price.Answer: hmmm… not really. nikkor lenses aren’t even close in color rendering, resolution, and micro-contrast at anything below f2.0. At f1.4, the Otus is as sharp as nikkor’s f2.8. Color rendering is rich and saturated and micro-contrast literally “pops”. Comparing the two doesn’t really work, and no, nikkor won’t give you 90% of Otus’ performance.Why 4 stars.The focus value indication is not protected from dust (no cover). This worries me a bit and is a design flaw in my opinion.
Steve Harris –
Top 50/55mm lens for Nikon