TS-E 135 mm f/4L MACRO vs Apo Sonnar T* 135 mm f/2.0 ZE/ZF.2
Canon
TS-E 135 mm f/4L MACRO
Carl Zeiss
Apo Sonnar T* 135 mm f/2.0 ZE/ZF.2
Here we are comparing the Canon TS-E 135 mm f/4L MACRO and the Carl Zeiss Apo Sonnar T* 135 mm f/2.0 ZE/ZF.2. The Canon TS-E 135 mm f/4L MACRO is a 135mm macro lens with a maximum aperture of f/4, released in 2017. The Carl Zeiss Apo Sonnar T* 135 mm f/2.0 ZE/ZF.2 is a 135mm telephoto prime lens with a maximum aperture of f/2, released in 2012.
There is a 5 years difference between the Carl Zeiss Apo Sonnar T* 135 mm f/2.0 ZE/ZF.2 and the Canon TS-E 135 mm f/4L MACRO — the newer design may benefit from more recent optical engineering and coatings.
Below you will find a detailed side-by-side comparison of their specifications, features, and key differences.
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| Compare | Lightest Fastest Aperture | |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Sensor Size | APS-C | Full Frame |
| Best For | Macro | Portrait |
Price & Availability | ||
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Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 135 mm | 135 mm |
| Aperture | f/4 | f/2 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 9 |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | No | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 0.48 m | 0.8 m |
| Max. Magnification | - | - |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 1110 g | 930 g |
| Length | 139.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Diameter | 88.5 mm | 130 mm |
| Filter Thread | 82 mm | 77 mm |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | 2017 | 2012 |
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Comparing Canon TS-E 135 mm f/4L MACRO (135 mm, f/4) and Carl Zeiss Apo Sonnar T* 135 mm f/2.0 ZE/ZF.2 (135 mm, f/2).
Carl Zeiss Apo Sonnar T* 135 mm f/2.0 ZE/ZF.2 is the lightest at 930 g, Canon TS-E 135 mm f/4L MACRO weighs 1110 g.
Carl Zeiss Apo Sonnar T* 135 mm f/2.0 ZE/ZF.2 offers the fastest maximum aperture at f/2, allowing for better low-light performance and shallower depth of field.
Canon TS-E 135 mm f/4L MACRO can focus closest at 0.48 m minimum focus distance.
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