Zeiss Batis 40mm f/2 CF
Zeiss Oct 2018
Zeiss Full Frame

Zeiss Batis 40mm f/2 CF

This is a full-frame prime lens for Sony E, covering 40 mm and a maximum aperture of f/2. Released in 2018, it weighs 361 g and is weather-sealed. That combination suits street, travel and low-light photography.

It is a versatile standard prime lens designed for Sony E-mount full-frame cameras. The 'CF' denotes 'Close Focus,' highlighting its ability to focus as close as 24 cm, achieving a maximum magnification of 0.31x. This feature makes it suitable for close-up photography, capturing fine details with ease. The lens boasts a bright f/2 maximum aperture, facilitating excellent performance in low-light conditions and providing control over depth of field for creative compositions. Its optical design includes 9 elements in 8 groups, ensuring sharp, high-contrast images with minimal aberrations. The lens is equipped with an OLED display that shows focus distance and depth of field, aiding photographers in achieving precise focus. Additionally, the lens is weather-sealed, offering protection against dust and moisture, making it reliable for various shooting environments.

f/2
Aperture
40mm
Focal
361 g
Weight
Oct 2018
Released
Zeiss site

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Good for streettravellow-light
Portrait
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Specification

Manufacturer data
Lens type
Standard prime lens
Max Format size
Full Frame
Focal length
40 mm
Image stabilization
No
Lens mount
Sony E
Maximum aperture
f/2
Minimum aperture
f/22
Aperture ring
No
Number of diaphragm blades
9 (rounded)
Optical construction
9 elements in 8 groups
Minimum focusing distance
0.24 m (9.4 inches)
Maximum magnification
0.31x
Filter size
67 mm
Dimensions
91 mm (diameter) x 93 mm (length)
Weight
361 g (12.73 oz)
Weather sealing
Yes
Usage
portrait, street

Wide open at 2 m, background blur ≈ 1.1% of the frame width

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Sample frames

Shot on the Zeiss Batis 40mm f/2 CF
Sa Pa
01 Sa Pa by MSM_K_JP
Sa Pa
02 Sa Pa by MSM_K_JP
V N P T (Fansipan)
03 V N P T (Fansipan) by MSM_K_JP
Sa Pa
04 Sa Pa by MSM_K_JP
Sa Pa
05 Sa Pa by MSM_K_JP
Sa Pa
06 Sa Pa by MSM_K_JP
Madrid: Gran Vía
07 Madrid: Gran Vía by zug55
Madrid: Gran Vía
08 Madrid: Gran Vía by zug55
Madrid: Gran Vía
09 Madrid: Gran Vía by zug55
Madrid: Gran Vía
10 Madrid: Gran Vía by zug55
Madrid: Gran Vía
11 Madrid: Gran Vía by zug55
Madrid: Catedral de Santa María la Real de la Almudena
12 Madrid: Catedral de Santa María la Real de la Almudena by zug55
Madrid: Catedral de Santa María la Real de la Almudena
13 Madrid: Catedral de Santa María la Real de la Almudena by zug55
Madrid: Catedral de Santa María la Real de la Almudena
14 Madrid: Catedral de Santa María la Real de la Almudena by zug55
Madrid: Catedral de Santa María la Real de la Almudena
15 Madrid: Catedral de Santa María la Real de la Almudena by zug55
Madrid: Catedral de Santa María la Real de la Almudena
16 Madrid: Catedral de Santa María la Real de la Almudena by zug55
DSC01403
17 DSC01403 by stmgeist
Lenticular Light.
18 Lenticular Light. by BSA49
Sa Pa
19 Sa Pa by MSM_K_JP
Sa Pa
20 Sa Pa by MSM_K_JP
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Video reviews

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