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Sony Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4 ZA SSM

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Manufacturer Sony
Model Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4 ZA SSM
Lens style Normal
Focal length 50 mm
Maximum aperture f/1.4
Angle of view 47 o
Closest focusing distance 0.45 m
Maximum magnification 1:7
Minimum aperture 0
Number of diaphragm blades 0
Auto focus type SSM
Lens Construction 8 elements / 5 groups
Filter diameter 72 mm
Macro No
Available mounts Sony A / Minolta
Dimensions 81 x 71.5 mm
Weight 518 g
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Average rating (2 owners reviews)
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5.00 Excellent
Owners reviews (2)
  1. thomas
    thomas 1 December 2013, 16:13
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    IP 79.83.x.x
    Owner since: 1 month
    Price: 1260 euros
    User profile: Semipro

    Cons: if perfection doesn't exist, we are close! If you want to be picky maybe the vignetting and the distorsion is strong (above 2% but the curve is simple to correct)

    Pros: instant focus superlatively accurate with great SSM motor, sharp edge to edge at every aperture, outstanding contrast under any conditions, close to perfect built

    Summary: could seem a bit pricey (about 1300 euros) but actually the cheaper among it's pairs canon 50 1.2L (1500euros) and nikon 58 1.4G (1700 euros) just give your money and shut up!

  2. Hendrick
    Hendrick 30 June 2013, 02:35
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    IP 86.151.x.x
    Owner since:
    Price:
    User profile: Semipro

    Cons: None so far!

    Pros: Lightning fast AF, almost silent, amazing colours, tack sharp images wide open, no CA, well controlled ghosting and flaring - an all round beauty!

    Summary: Had this lens as a pre-release for about a week and I absolutely love it! The build quality like most zeiss glass is impeccable, and the image quality is outstanding. IMO its worth every penny.