Zeiss Otus 1.4/55
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Maker | Zeiss |
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Lens mount(s) | Canon EF, Nikon F |
Technical data | |
Type | Prime |
Focus drive | None, manual only |
Focal length | 55 mm |
Aperture (max/min) | f/1.4 to f/16 |
Close focus distance | 0.50 m (1 ft 8 in) |
Max. magnification | 0.15× |
Construction | 12 elements in 10 groups |
Features | |
Lens-based stabilization | ![]() |
Application | Standard prime |
Physical | |
Max. length | 141 mm (5.6 in) |
Diameter | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
Weight | 970 g (34 oz) |
Filter diameter | 77 mm |
Accessories | |
Lens hood | Yes, included |
Angle of view | |
Horizontal | 36.7° |
Vertical | 24.9° |
Diagonal | 43.7° |
History | |
Introduction | 2013 |
Retail info | |
MSRP | 3499 USD |
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 October 7, 2013.
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]