Zeiss Batis 40mm F2 CF For Sony E

Zeiss Batis 2/40 CF Review

The Zeiss Batis 2/40 CF is a moderate wide-angle lens with near macro focus and crisp optics, but loses light when working close. The Zeiss Batis 2/40 CF ($1,299) is part of the company's line of full-frame lenses for the Sony mirrorless camera system. It captures an angle of view that's just a little wider than a standard, and focuses close enough for nearly macro results. It delivers the premium quality you expect from Zeiss, and is priced accordingly. It's a lens that will make anyone in love with the focal length and close focus capability happy, but there are a number of alternatives to consider if you're shopping for a moderately wide prime model. Design The Batis 2/40 matches the look and feel of others in the series. It's finished in matte black, with a metal barrel, a smooth rubber focus ring, and an OLED information panel. This 40mm f/2 measures 3.7 by 3.6 inches (HD), weighs 12.7 ounces, and supports 67mm front filters. The 40mm focal length isn't common. Not every camera maker offers a lens in between a 35mm and 50mm, and those that do have gained almost cult-like followings. There is one oth...

Carl ZEISS Batis 40mm f/2 CF Lens for Sony E - Brand New review

Quality, lack of compromise and elegance of design. These are the things that characterise the new lens, one which I have found very exciting to use. It also does not fall into the trap of being clinically sharp without having that indefinable character.