The new Kase 85mm f/1.4 AF lens for Nikon Z-mount is now available for pre-order at B&H Photo and WEX Photo.
Additional information on the lens:
- Full-Frame | f/1.4 to f/16
- Fast Aperture Portrait-Length Prime
- Autofocus Design
- STM Stepping Motor
- Minimum Focusing Distance: 27.6′
- 13 Elements in 10 Groups
- AF/MF Switch, Customizable Fn Buttons
- Aperture De-Click Switch
- 13-Blade Diaphragm
- USB-C Port for Firmware Updates
Key features:
- Exceptional Image Quality: The advanced optical design features 10 groups of 13 elements, including 5 low-dispersion and 2 high-refractive-index glass elements. This minimises distortion, reduces ghosting, and delivers crisp, colour-accurate images, even at f/1.4.
- Beautiful Bokeh: The wide f/1.4 aperture and 13-blade diaphragm create smooth, natural-looking background blur, making your subjects stand out.
- Fast, Quiet Auto Focus: Powered by an STM motor for responsive, near-silent autofocus, great for both photography and video.
- Durable, Lightweight Build: Constructed from a mix of optical glass, aluminium alloy and PC materials, the lens is robust yet easy to handle, weighing only 580g (610g with lens hood).
- Magnetic Lens Cap & Filter Support: The magnetic lens cap protects the lens and makes attachment effortless. Magnetic filters can be mounted directly for fast, reliable filter use.
- Custom Function Buttons: Two customisable buttons on the lens give you quick access to functions such as minimum focus distance or focus lock (functionality depends on your camera body).
- Smooth Aperture Control: The manual aperture ring has defined click stops for each setting. Switch to the ‘A’ position to instantly set the aperture to f/1.4.
- Firmware Upgradeable: USB-C port for easy firmware updates to keep your lens performing at its best.
Technical Specifications:
| Specification | Detail |
| Focal Length | 85mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.4 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 |
| Format | Full-frame |
| Filter Size | 72mm |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 0.7m |
| Focus Mode | Auto / Manual |
| Lens Construction | 10 groups, 13 elements |
| Aperture Blades | 13 |
| Dimensions | 82 × 99mm (92 × 133mm with hood) |
| Weight | 580g (610g with hood) |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to 60°C |
What’s in the Box:
Now available: Kase 85mm f/1.4 AF lens for Nikon Z and Sony E mount
