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Zeiss Introduces ZF.2 Series for Nikon Mounts

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Posted by Patrick on Nov 17, 2009 in Cameras, Lenses, press release

Zeiss Introduces ZF.2 Series for Nikon Mounts

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Zeiss has introduced a new line of lenses, the ZF.2 series, for Nikon mounts. This new series of lenses include an electronic interface, meaning the ZF.2 series is now compatible with the cameras aperture and shutter priority, and program modes. Previously the Zeiss lenses were for manual use only. The lineup includes 8 new lenses:

18mm f/3.5
21mm f/2.8
28mm f/2.0
35mm f/2.0
50mm f/1.4
50mm f/2.0
85mm f/1.4
100mm f/2.0

6 of the lenses will be available this month, while the 28mm and 100mm will be released next spring. Prices are expected to range from $725 to $1,843.

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Carl Zeiss Web Site

Press Release

Maximum image quality meets the comfort of automatic control

Carl Zeiss presents a new series of lenses: ZF.2 for F bayonet

Thornwood, NY – Optics specialist Carl Zeiss today announced its introduction of a new series of lenses for the semi-professional market: the ZF.2 with F bayonet for digital SLRs. Thanks to its electronic interface (CPU), these new ZEISS lenses support all-important operations such as the automatic mechanisms for time, aperture setting and program. The CPU also supports manual exposure settings, including those for camera casings that are not AI-compatible. Since the lens now transmits the EXIF data such as manufacturer, date, metering system and exposure to the camera, photographers no longer need to set the parameters manually. These quicker and faster handling capabilities of the ZF.2 lenses are especially useful under hectic shooting conditions.

ZEISS lenses truly come into their own in situations that demand extreme photographic creativity and maximum image quality. Carl Zeiss’ established fixed focal length lenses are known for their high light sensitivity and precise manual handling, leaving the photographer in full control. The new ZF.2 series will be especially interesting for photo enthusiasts who value creative, high-quality images combined with the comfort of automatic settings.

Martin Klottig, Marketing Manager of the Camera Lens Division at Carl Zeiss AG: “The ZF.2 lenses are ideal tools for photographers who want to concentrate more on the subject than on their camera equipment. Whether at a wedding, a toddler’s first steps or impressions from faraway countries, these lenses are perfect for photographers who want to capture once-only moments quickly and accurately. These situations demand first-class technology that captures spontaneous actions without too much effort and delivers fantastic images each time.”

The ZF.2 lenses are available in eight focal lengths, six of which will be available from the end of November: 3,5/18, 2,8/21, 2/35, 1,4/50, 2/50 and 1,4/85. The Distagon T* 2/28 ZF.2 and Makro-Planar T* 2/100 ZF.2 will be introduced in Spring 2010. “We are currently reworking and optimizing the Distagon T* 2.8/25 ZF. As a result, it will be available for other mounts somewhat later,” says Klottig.

The prices for these new lenses will fall between $725 and $1,843.

With the new ZF.2 series, Carl Zeiss extends its acclaimed ZF family of lenses, for which there is still high demand and possibly long waiting times. “We will offer the ZF series as long as the demand lasts,” stresses Klottig.

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