Product

The Zeiss Loxia Biogon T* 35mm f/2 is a camera glass that is manually focused and designed for full frame cameras. It has a bright aperture value and 10 aperture blades, which produce a beautiful bokeh effect. The lens has a 52mm filter diameter, but can be adapted to fit larger filters with a step-up ring. It is 62mm long and weighs 340 grams, so it may require careful consideration when carrying it in a camera bag. The lens has a high build quality and is made with advanced lens elements and coatings, resulting in excellent resolution. It is a great option for photographers who want a high-quality photographic lens with manual focus and a beautiful bokeh effect. Some alternatives to this lens include autofocus lenses or other manual focus lenses with different focal lengths. The manufacturing time for this lens is not specified.

Positives:

• The build quality is superb, with a smooth and precise manual focus ring that makes it easy to achieve accurate focusing.
• The colors and contrast produced by this lens are outstanding, providing rich and vibrant images with excellent sharpness.
• The lens is compact and lightweight, making it ideal for travel and outdoor photography.
• The T* coating reduces ghosting and flare, making it more resistant to the effects of direct sunlight and other sources of strong light.
• The aperture ring is easy to use with distinct clicks and a comfortable resistance when adjusting the aperture.

Negatives:

• The lens is fully manual, so it may not be suitable for all types of photography, particularly for those who rely heavily on autofocus.
• The price is quite high compared to other manual focus lenses, but the quality justifies the investment.
• The minimum focusing distance is 0.3m (11.8 in), which may be limiting for some macro or close-up photography.

Conclusion:

• Overall, the Zeiss Loxia Biogon T* 35mm f/2 is an outstanding lens for landscape and travel photography. It produces fantastic image quality with superb colors and contrast, and the build quality is excellent. While it is fully manual, this lens is perfect for those who appreciate the tactility and precision of using manual focus lenses. If you can afford it, this lens is definitely worth the investment.

Optical design

Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value Has 10 aperture blades, this lens has a beautiful bokeh.

Physical characteristics

Weights 340 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. 62 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 52 mm commonly filter size, gives you a variety of filter options.