Carl Zeiss Jena Pancolar 55mm f/1.4

The Carl Zeiss Jena Pancolar 55mm f/1.4 is a camera glass that is suitable for full frame cameras. It has a manual focus and produces a pleasing bokeh effect when used wide open. The lens has a number of glass elements and a lens coating that helps to reduce flare and ghosting. The lens was manufactured some time ago, so it may not have modern features such as autofocus. The aperture can be adjusted to create different levels of depth of field. The build quality of the lens is good, and it is capable of producing high resolution images. There are alternative lenses available, but they may not have the same optical characteristics as the Pancolar 55mm f/1.4.

Optical design

Has 8 aperture blades, with this amount of aperture blades you will be satisfied with the result. Wide open, subjects located outside the depth of field are shown very blurred.

Physical characteristics

Weights 400 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. With a lens filter diameter of 58 mm commonly filter size, provides a range of filter options. 60 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag.