ZEISS has officially released the first two lenses in their new Otus ML series: a 50mm f/1.4 and an 85mm f/1.4, adding Nikon Z-Mount to Canon RF and Sony E mounts. Designed for photographers who want full manual control and high optical precision, these lenses carry over the familiar Otus character while adapting to a mirrorless format. They’re stills-first lenses, but features like internal focus and a de-clickable aperture ring may give them added appeal for filmmakers. Back in February, we wrote about the Otus ML lenses when they were first announced for mirrorless cameras. Now that the lenses have started shipping, let’s take a quick look at what each one offers. Key features for both lenses Both the 50mm and 85mm Otus ML lenses are built for full-frame mirrorless cameras and offer the same high-end core features: Full-frame | f/1.4 to f/16 10-Blade Diaphragm 260° Focus Throw Compact & Portable Form Factor ZEISS T* Antireflective Coating Dust and Moisture-Resistant Construction The 50mm follows a Distagon optical design and is considered a general-purpose fast prime, while the 85mm uses a Sonnar optical design optimized for portrait work. ZEISS Otus ML 50mm. Image credit: ZEISS ZEISS Otus ML 50mm f/1.4 The Otus ML 50mm f/1.4 is a standard prime with ZEISS’s signature rendering: sharp across the frame, low in distortion, and free from chromatic aberrations. It uses a Distagon optical design and has ten aperture blades for smooth bokeh. The long 260° focus throw gives you precise manual adjustments, while the...
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