85mm F1.4 Zeiss Otus lens, $4500 only

Vitaliy_Kiselev

Specs:

Focal length - 85 mm
Aperture - F1.4 – F16
Focusing range = 0,8m – ∞
11 elements in 9 groups
Filter thread - M86 x 1.00
Dimensions (with caps) ZF.2: 138 mm (5.43‘‘)
Weight ZF.2: 1140g ZE: 1200g
Camera mounts - F Mount (ZF.2) and EF Mount (ZE)

The Otus 1.4/85 will be available worldwide with the F-mount (ZF.2) or EF-mount (ZE) from mid-September. The expected recommended retail price is €3,360.50* or US$ 4,490* (excl. VAT).

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JohnBarlow

Looking forward to this, but I am guessing $2k+

Vitaliy_Kiselev

Lens announced officially - http://blogs.zeiss.com/photo/en/?p=5234

First post updated.

JohnBarlow

Not surprised about the price, looks like a double gauss derivative. Expect the bokeh will be all buttery.

Vitaliy_Kiselev

http://www.popphoto.com/gallery/sample-image-gallery-zeiss-otus-1485-lens?i=477695&s=4

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JohnBarlow

Judging by the level of finesse in the Opus 50 & 85 I am guessing $5500 for a 1.4/24mm, If it becomes available in about a year.

Thats quite a kick in the shorts, I dont think they can go for a 1.4/20mm

Manu4Vendetta

http://3d-kraft.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=166&catid=40&Itemid=2

Vitaliy_Kiselev

Overall performance when it comes to image quality is completely exemplary. Indeed, Zeiss has created the pinnacle of the 85mm lenses at this point–and they have a heck of a cost to back it up.

http://www.thephoblographer.com/2014/09/10/review-zeiss-85mm-f1-4-otus-nikon-f/

maxr

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Vitaliy_Kiselev

https://www.flickr.com/photos/dierktopp/sets/72157648057411871/

Vitaliy_Kiselev

Incredible resolution from the Otus, but that didn’t surprise me. Pretty damn good show by the RX100, but that didn’t surprise me either. What I find astonishing is how little difference there is between the two, considering the vast difference in size, weight, sensors and price. Sure, the A7R/Otus combination wins, but not by that much.

http://randolphimages.com/otus/

Vitaliy_Kiselev

http://www.lensrentals.com/blog/2014/10/quick-zeiss-85mm-otus-mtf-charts

Vitaliy_Kiselev

http://www.dslrmagazine.com/pruebas/pruebas-tecnicas/zeiss-otus-apo-planar-t-85-mm-f-1-4-rendimiento.html

Vitaliy_Kiselev

All pentamirrors used in the entry level cameras aren't adequate to be used with manual focus lenses. They're like keyholes that are almost impossible to use while manual focusing.

During our field test of the Zeiss we were also testing the Nikon D3300. We tried to take some shots with the Zeiss and the little Nikon, just for the sake of trying it, but we gave up almost immediately given how frustrating was to see the focusing results, despite the fact that we're not beginners at all.

http://www.riflessifotografici.com/english/zeiss-otus-55mm-f-1.4-il-re-degli-obiettivi.html

Vitaliy_Kiselev

http://www.popphoto.com/gear/2014/12/lens-test-zeiss-otus-apo-planar-t-85mm-f14-zf2

Vitaliy_Kiselev

http://www.ephotozine.com/article/zeiss-otus-85mm-f-1-4-zf-2-lens-review-26773

Vitaliy_Kiselev

http://www.focus-numerique.com/test-1997/objectif-carl-zeiss-85mm-f14-flash-test-8.html

Vitaliy_Kiselev

http://www.photographyblog.com/reviews/zeiss_otus_85mm_f_1_4_planar_t_review/sample_images/

http://www.dpreview.com/articles/9669965965/otus-readings-the-zeiss-85-f-1-4-otus-comparison

Vitaliy_Kiselev

http://mattgranger.com/batisotus85

Vitaliy_Kiselev

http://dc.watch.impress.co.jp/docs/review/lens_review_2/20150907_719724.html

alcomposer

Would love to see comparison between Zeiss and Samyang. (I really should use my 85 manual more) Or finally get dedicated cine version and re-click my aperture!

MikeLinn

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