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Carl Zeiss Tele-Tessar T* 85 mm f/4 ZM
This is a full-frame prime lens for Leica M, covering 85 mm and a maximum aperture of f/4. It weighs 310 g, and was released in 2008. That combination suits portrait photography.
It is a prime lens designed for full frame cameras. This short telephoto prime lens features a f/4 maximum aperture, making it ideal for portrait, street. The optical design incorporates 5 elements in 3 groups, ensuring sharp image quality and minimal distortion. Despite its robust professional construction, the lens delivers exceptional optical performance.
- f/4
- Aperture
- 85mm
- Focal
- 310 g
- Weight
- Sep 2008
- Released
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Good for portrait
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Specification
- Focal length
- 85 mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/4
- Minimum aperture
- f/22
- Number of diaphragm blades
- 10
- Optical construction
- 5 elements in 3 groups
- Minimum focusing distance
- 0.9 m (35.43 inches)
- Filter size
- 43 mm
- Lens mount
- Leica M
- Dimensions
- 54 x 70 mm
- Weight
- 310 g (10.93 oz)
- Lens type
- Prime lens
- Max Format size
- Full frame
- Usage
- Portrait, Street
Wide open at 2 m, background blur ≈ 2.6% of the frame width
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