Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM § 03 Head to head
Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM vs Zeiss Milvus 35mm f/1.4
Canon 35mm f/1.4 is 414 g lighter. Zeiss 35mm f/1.4 has a higher maximum magnification.
The Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM is a 35mm f/1.4 prime, and the Zeiss Milvus 35mm f/1.4 is a 35mm f/1.4 prime. On paper the Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM comes out ahead, 3 advantages to 2, but which one suits you depends on what you shoot.
Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM 
Zeiss Milvus 35mm f/1.4 01
Key differences
Why is the Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM better than the Zeiss Milvus 35mm f/1.4?
- 414 g lighter (760 g vs 1174 g)
- 21 mm shorter (105.5 mm vs 126 mm long)
- Focuses 2 cm closer (0.28 m vs 0.3 m)
Why is the Zeiss Milvus 35mm f/1.4 better than the Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM?
- Higher maximum magnification (0.22x vs 0.21x)
- Has a physical aperture ring
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Which should you buy?
- street For street photography, the Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM has the edge: it is 414 g lighter to carry.
- travel For travel, the Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM has the edge: it is 414 g lighter to carry.
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Specification
| Specification | Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM | Zeiss Milvus 35mm f/1.4 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 35mm | 35mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.4 |
| Minimum aperture | f/22 | f/16 |
| Lens type | Wide-angle prime lens | Standard prime lens |
| Format | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Weight | 760 g (1.67 lbs) ◆ | 1174 g (2.59 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 80.4 mm (diameter) x 105.5 mm (length) | 85 mm (diameter) x 126 mm (length) |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.28 m (11.02 inches) ◆ | 0.3 m (11.81 inches) |
| Maximum magnification | 0.21x | 0.22x ◆ |
| Image stabilization | No | No |
| Weather sealing | Yes | Yes |
| Aperture ring | No | Yes (manual) |
| Aperture blades | 9 (rounded) | 9 |
| Optical construction | 14 elements in 11 groups | 14 elements in 11 groups |
| Filter size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Lens mount | Canon EF | Canon EF, Nikon F |
| Released | 2015 | 2015 |
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Size
- A · Canon
- B · Zeiss
- 105.5 × 80.4 mm
- 126 × 85 mm
The Zeiss Milvus 35mm f/1.4 is 20 mm longer and 414 g heavier than the Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM.
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Sample frames
Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM
Zeiss Milvus 35mm f/1.4
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Video reviews
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM or the Zeiss Milvus 35mm f/1.4?
- The Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM weighs 760 g, 414 g less than the Zeiss Milvus 35mm f/1.4 (1174 g).
- Which focuses closer, the Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM or the Zeiss Milvus 35mm f/1.4?
- The Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM focuses down to 0.28 m, against 0.3 m for the Zeiss Milvus 35mm f/1.4.
- Do the Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM and the Zeiss Milvus 35mm f/1.4 have image stabilization?
- No, neither lens has optical image stabilization; rely on in-body stabilization if your camera has it.
- Is the Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM or the Zeiss Milvus 35mm f/1.4 better for street photography?
- For street photography, the Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM has the edge: it is 414 g lighter to carry.
- Is the Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM or the Zeiss Milvus 35mm f/1.4 better for travel?
- For travel, the Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM has the edge: it is 414 g lighter to carry.
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