Carl Zeiss Otus 55 mm f/1.4 ZE/ZF.2 vs Nikon Nikkor MF 55 mm f/2.8 Micro
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| Compare | Fastest Aperture | Lightest |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Sensor Size | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Best For | Portrait | Portrait |
Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 55 mm | 55 mm |
| Aperture | f/1.4 | f/2.8 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | - |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | No |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 0.5 m | - |
| Max. Magnification | - | - |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 970 g | 285 g |
| Length | 141 mm | 60.9 mm |
| Diameter | 92.4 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 52 mm |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | 2013 | 1979 |
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Comparing Carl Zeiss Otus 55 mm f/1.4 ZE/ZF.2 (55 mm, f/1.4) and Nikon Nikkor MF 55 mm f/2.8 Micro (55 mm, f/2.8).
Nikon Nikkor MF 55 mm f/2.8 Micro is the lightest at 285 g, Carl Zeiss Otus 55 mm f/1.4 ZE/ZF.2 weighs 970 g.
Carl Zeiss Otus 55 mm f/1.4 ZE/ZF.2 offers the fastest maximum aperture at f/1.4, allowing for better low-light performance and shallower depth of field.
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