The new Zeiss 35mm f/1.4 Distagon T* ZF lens was announced back in September of 2010. The lens is scheduled to be released in Q1 of 2011 and Adorama is already taking pre-orders. Once this Zeiss lens becomes available, I have planned a hands-on comparison with the new Nikkor 35mm f/1.4G.
Technical specifications:
| Focal length: | 35 mm |
| Aperture range: | f/1.4 – f/16 |
| Number of elements/groups: | 11/9 |
| Focusing range: | 0.3 m – infinity |
| Angular field** (diag./horiz./vert.): |
63/54/37 ° |
| Coverage at close range: | 18 x 12 cm (close-up) |
| Image ratio at close range: | 1:5 (close-up) |
| Filter thread: | M 72 x 0.75 |
| Weight: | 830-850g |
| Length with caps: | 120-122mm |
| Mounts: | ZF.2 (F bayonet) ZE (EF bayonet) |
Lens design:
Sample image:
