OBERKOCHEN/Germany, 12.10.2009. : The breaking dawn is a special time for photo- graphers. When the early-morning sun reluctantly chases away the still-glistening dew on the trees, this delicate transition between night and day creates moments of calm and anticipation. But without a tripod at hand, these shots will only succeed with a lens that can handle intense light.
Carl Zeiss today introduces the wide-angle lens Distagon T* 2/28 ZE with EF bayonet, suitable for all analog and digital EOS camera models. With an initial aperture opening of 1:2, it is among the most light-intense of its kind in its focal length. From landscape photography at dawn to interior shots with weak lighting and close-up portraits, the Distagon T* 2/28 ZE offers photographers plenty of room for creativity when a tripod is not used. Following the recent introduction of its two ultra-wide-angle lenses, the Distagon T* 3,5/18 ZE and the T* 2,8/21, the new Distagon T* 2/28 ZE is Carl Zeiss’ first moderate wide-angle lens with EF bayonet.
Despite its high light intensity and complex retro-focus construction, the Distagon T* 2/28 ZE has a compact build. These characteristics make the lens a highly versatile and performance-driven tool for all types of photographers. Even with its wide angle, the lens enables photographers to play fully with an image’s depth of focus. With a wide aperture opening, for example, one can effectively separate the motif from its background. With a small aperture opening, photographers can use the sharpness of the lens system for the entire image range. The floating elements design guarantees high imaging performance each time, from close-ups to infinity, enabling the photo- grapher to make razor-sharp close-up images of even the tiniest objects. Thanks to the Carl Zeiss T* anti-reflective coating and meticulously crafted lenses, the new Distagon T* 2/28 ZE deals effortlessly with reflections and stray light. Brilliant pictures work every time, even under tough lighting conditions such as a breaking dawn.
The Distagon T* 2/28 ZE will be available starting autumn for a suggested retail price of EUR 965.55 (excluding VAT)*.
Technical specifications:
Focal length: | 28 mm |
Aperture range: | f/2 – f/22 |
No. of elements/groups: | 10/8 |
Focusing range: | 0.24 m – infinity |
Angular field** (diag./horiz./vert.): |
74/64/45° |
Coverage at close range: | 18 x 12 cm (close-up) |
Image ratio at close range: | 1:4.7 (close-up) |
Filter thread: | M 58 x 0.75 |
Dimensions (with caps): | ø 72.4 mm, length 96 mm |
Weight: | 580 g |
Mounts: | ZF (F bayonet) ZK (K bayonet) ZE (EF bayonet) |
Accessories: | Lens hood included |
23 Comments
Because people with proper eyesight prefer MF to nonsensical technology like the hit-and-miss open loop AF as implemented by Canon.
Yeah I hear ya. This one might be a good rent before you buy lens.
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