Zeiss Otus 55mm f/1.4 ZE Lens (Canon EF Mount)

Zeiss Otus 55mm f/1.4 ZE Lens (Canon EF Mount)

The legendary Otus range was developed by Zeiss with the goal of giving photographers and cinematographers a tool for creating images bordering absolute technical perfection.

Uncompromising Image Quality

The 55mm Otus f/1.4 is the latest addition to the premiere Otus family fully inheriting the impeccable optical design associated with the Otus line-up. The Otus 55mm f/1.4 by Zeiss is often regarded as one of the best lenses in its class due to its low sample variation, outstanding imaging performance, and superior build quality.

With the same uncompromising performance that makes all Otus lenses stand out, the Zeiss Otus 55mm is a truly exceptional lens. A lens that is a reflection of the comprehensive expertise and extensive experience of Zeiss.

Super-Fast and Extra Sharp Images

Although developed for 35 mm full-frame cameras, the Otus 55mm gives you the quality and look of a medium-format system. Whether in the studio or on location, this lens stands out in every situation thanks to its high resolution and excellent sharpness – even at the maximum aperture of f/1.4.

Whether portrait or product photography, the bokeh will impress you. The apochromatic lens design with aspherical lenses and special glass prevents almost all conceivable aberrations. In addition, the high-quality coating keeps the contrast high, even when shooting against the light, and minimises lens flare.

The Medium Format Look in Full-Frame

Thanks to its exceptional sharpness, the Zeiss Otus exploits the full potentials of contemporary high-resolution sensors and rewards photographers with images characterised by breathtaking rendition of even the finest details.

The Ultimate in Image Contrast

Aberrations caused by extreme differences between shadows and highlights are particularly obvious in images captured at night. Thanks to the outstanding correction of lateral chromatic aberration, the floodlit facade is reproduced with absolute perfection.

Apochromatic Optical Design

Because this lens is an apochromat, chromatic aberrations (axial chromatic aberrations) are corrected with elements of special glass with anomalous partial dispersion. The chromatic aberrations are therefore significantly below the defined limits. Bright-dark transitions in the image, and especially highlights, are reproduced almost completely free of colour artefacts.

Distortion-Free Optics

Dramatic perspectives and a view from extraordinary image angles – Zeiss lenses open up new composition possibilities. Distortion would disrupt the composition because straight lines, whose image does not go through the image center, would be reproduced with a curved shape. This annoying effect is accordingly and largely compensated through elaborate optical designs at all focal lengths.

Aspherical Design Without Colour Fringing

Sources of light located in front of or behind the plane of focus present particular challenges to every lens. In the case of the Zeiss Otus, longitudinal chromatic aberration is so low that practically no colour fringing occurs.

The aspherical lens design ensures consistent imaging performance throughout the entire focusing range as well as sharpness to the periphery of the image. The asphere's more complex surface profile can reduce or eliminate spherical aberration and also reduce other optical aberrations compared to a simple lens.

Features

• Covers Full-Frame Sensors
• Aspherical Element
• Low Dispersion Elements
• Apochromatic Distagon Optical Design
• Zeiss T* Anti-Reflective Coating
• Floating Elements System
• Manual Focus Design
• Anodized Metal Barrel, Rubber Focus Ring