Zeiss
Zeiss Distagon T* 2.8/21 ZE
| Component | Weight | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Customer Reviews | 35% | 88.9 | |
| Technical Analysis | 30% | 61.8 | |
| Market Position | 20% | 65.0 | |
| Value Proposition | 15% | 68.5 |
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📖 Overview
The Zeiss 21mm f/2.8 is a super-wide prime known for its exceptional sharpness and build quality. It excels at landscape and architectural photography, capturing vast scenes with incredible detail. However, its manual focus design may not be ideal for fast-paced subjects.
📸 Browse 12 real-world sample photos taken with this lens by photographers worldwide on SampleShots.
📋 Specifications
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 |
|---|---|
| Min Aperture | f/22 |
| Mount | Canon EF |
| Image Stabilization | No |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Weather Sealed | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 22.0 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.2x |
| Elements / Groups | 16 elements in 13 groups |
| Aperture Blades | 9 |
| Filter Diameter | 82mm |
| Weight | 600g |
| Dimensions | 87.0 x 85.0mm |
| Release Year | 2009 |
| MSRP | $1,843 |
🛒 Where to Buy the Zeiss Distagon T* 2.8/21 ZE
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🖼️ Sample Photos
Real-world photos taken with the Zeiss Distagon T* 2.8/21 ZE, sourced from SampleShots.
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