Zeiss Makro-Planar T* 2/50 ZF.2

Zeiss

Zeiss Makro-Planar T* 2/50 ZF.2

💡 f/2 🔌 Nikon F Mount ⚖️ 570g
MSRP $1,285

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Customer Reviews 35% 86.0
Technical Analysis 30% 67.8
Market Position 20% 65.0
Value Proposition 15% 72.0

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📖 Overview

The Zeiss Makro-Planar T* 2/50 ZF.2 is a manual focus macro lens renowned for its exceptional build quality and image quality. It excels at close-up photography and delivers stunning sharpness and contrast. The manual focus operation requires patience and skill, but the results are worth the effort for demanding photographers.

📸 Browse 9 real-world sample photos taken with this lens by photographers worldwide on SampleShots.

📋 Specifications

Max Aperture f/2
Min Aperture f/22
Mount Nikon F
AF Motor None (manual focus)
Image Stabilization No
Autofocus Yes
Weather Sealed No
Min Focus Distance 24.0 cm
Max Magnification 0.5x
Elements / Groups 8 elements in 6 groups
Aperture Blades 9
Filter Diameter 67mm
Weight 570g
Dimensions 75.4 x 91.0mm
Release Year 2009
MSRP $1,285

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🖼️ Sample Photos

Real-world photos taken with the Zeiss Makro-Planar T* 2/50 ZF.2, sourced from SampleShots.

📷 Compatible Cameras

Native Mount

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🔄 Via Adapter (19 cameras)

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