Does the Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4 have autofocus?

No, the Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4 is a manual focus lens.

Does the Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4 have image stabilization?

No, the Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4 does not have built-in image stabilization.

Is the Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4 weather sealed?

No, the Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4 is not weather sealed.

What cameras is the Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4 compatible with?

The Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4 is designed for Contax & Yashica cameras.

How much does the Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4 weigh?

The Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4 weighs 330 grams.

How much does the Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4 cost?

The Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4 is priced at approximately €500.

What is the Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4 best used for?

The Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4 with its 51.8 mm focal length is best suited for general purpose photography, portraits, and events.

What is the minimum focus distance of the Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4?

The Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4 has a minimum focus distance of 0.45 meters, allowing for close-up photography.

Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4

51.8 mmf/1.4Contax & Yashica

Prime

Full Frame

Manual

About This Lens

Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4 is a normal lens with a 51.8 mm focal length and f/1.4 aperture for Contax & Yashica cameras. Weighing 330 g measuring 69 mm in length, it's a well-balanced option for general purpose photography, portraits, and events.

Key Features

51.8 mm focal length
f/1.4 aperture
9-blade aperture for smooth bokeh

Best For

Street photography

Travel and everyday photography

Environmental portraits

Portrait photography

Headshots with beautiful bokeh

Low-light photography

Indoor events without flash

Camera Index Score

0.0

Overall

Sentiment

9.5

Based on user reviews and professional ratings

Specifications

6.5

Optical and physical characteristics

Build Quality

9.0

Materials and construction

Where to Buy

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Specifications

Optics

Focal Length51.8 mm

Aperturef/1.4

Min. Focus Distance0.45 m

Aperture Blades9

Dimensions

Weight330 g

Length69 mm

Diameter66 mm

Filter Thread55 mm

Compatibility

MountContax & Yashica

Sensor FormatFull Frame

TypeNormal

Features

Autofocus✗

Image Stabilization✗

Weather Sealed✗

Build & Info

Mount MaterialMetal

Body MaterialMetal

Release Year1975

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4 have autofocus?: No, the Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4 is a manual focus lens.
Does the Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4 have image stabilization?: No, the Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4 does not have built-in image stabilization.
Is the Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4 weather sealed?: No, the Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4 is not weather sealed.
What cameras is the Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4 compatible with?: The Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4 is designed for Contax & Yashica cameras.
How much does the Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4 weigh?: The Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4 weighs 330 grams.
How much does the Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4 cost?: The Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4 is priced at approximately €500.
What is the Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4 best used for?: The Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4 with its 51.8 mm focal length is best suited for general purpose photography, portraits, and events.
What is the minimum focus distance of the Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4?: The Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4 has a minimum focus distance of 0.45 meters, allowing for close-up photography.

Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4

About This Lens

Key Features

Best For

Camera Index Score

Where to Buy

Specifications

Compare Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50 mm f/1.4

Recommended Accessories

Filters

K&F CONCEPT 55mm MCUV Lens Protection Filter 18 Multi-Coated Camera Lens UV Filter Ultra Slim with Cleaning Cloth (K-Series)

K&F CONCEPT 55mm Variable ND2-ND400 ND Lens Filter (1-9 Stops) for Camera Lens, Adjustable Neutral Density Filter with Microfiber Cleaning Cloth (B-Series)

K&F CONCEPT 55mm Black Diffusion 1/4 Filter Mist Cinematic Effect Filter with 18 Multi-Layer Coatings for Video/Vlog/Portrait Photography (K-Series)

Lens Cases & Bags

DomeStar Filter Case, 2PCS 3-Pocket Camera Lens Filter Carry Case Professional Photography Filter Holder Belt Bag Pouch Water-resistant and Dustproof Design for 25mm-82mm Filters

ARVOK Camera Lens Case, Water Resistant Protective Pouch for DSLR Camera, 4 Size Thick Bag for Nikon, Tamron, Sigma, Pentax, Sony, Fuji, Panasonic (4 Pack)

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