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Key Features
- E-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
- Aperture Range: f/2 to f/22
- Distagon Optical Design
- Three Aspherical Elements
Offering a unique short-normal focal length with a close-focusing design, the Batis 40mm f/2 CF from ZEISS is a Sony E-mount prime further characterized by its advanced optical layout. Based on the Distagon design, this lens uses a series of aspherical and anomalous partial dispersion elements to greatly reduce color fringing, distortion, and other aberrations to realize sharp, clear, and color-accurate imagery. A floating elements system, coupled with the Close Focusing designation, is also employed for consistent performance when working with both near and far subjects. Additionally, an enhanced ZEISS T* anti-reflective coating has been applied to reduce flare and ghosting for working in difficult lighting conditions.
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At what distance does the Batis 40 stop down 1 ...
At what distance does the Batis 40 stop down 1 stop?
This type of question is better asked of the manufacture, in this case, Zeiss when it is not available in the overview or specs provided by the manufacture. Since Criag pointed out that his lens stopped down one stop when close focusing, and since I preordered this lens, I asked Zeiss the question. The answer: yes it stops down when close focusing so that it will keep high resolution and contrast (when close focusing). The Zeiss representative wrote: "We are currently developing a software update that will allow us to work within a larger focus range with a wide-open aperture. The update will be available to download for free from the ZEISS website in early 2019. We will notify all registered customers via email".
I'm OK with this, I appreciate Zeiss being forthright concerning this matter. Again, address this type of question to the manufacture and please don't flame the product based on internet chatter(DPreview, FB, etc)! I eagerly await my back-ordered copy of this lens, and intend to post a review, based on my actual use of this product, not what someone else writes. The high ISO performance of my A7III is so good, I'm not going to quibble over one stop while close focusing when the overall IQ of the lens is as good as I expect it to be, based on legitimate test reviews and my satisfaction with the excellent Batis 25mm f2 and Batis 135mm f2.8 -- purchased here at B&H, BTW.
Date published: 2020-07-12
Autofocus noise it's normal for this lens ? My 25 ...
Autofocus noise it's normal for this lens ? My 25 and 85 Batis no sound when autofocus
The Batis lenses use a silent AF motor and there should be noise coming from the lens. If this is the case with your lens, please initiate a service case by going to: https://zeiss.secure.force.com/CZPRepair/?page=1&region=Americas&area=consumer&lang=EN
Date published: 2020-11-17
This or the Sigma 40mm 1.4 ?
This or the Sigma 40mm 1.4 ?
I had both. The Sigma is large, but the sharpest lens I have ever used. The Batis feels great to shoot with and colors are better in my option.
Date published: 2023-11-23
Zeiss color, microcontrast are there?:). There ...
Zeiss color, microcontrast are there?:). There are a smallest lens hood for this lens?
Yes, the same as my Batis 1.8/85... color matched it seems. The 40mm is a nice middle focal length... I always feel a 50mm is too tight. This 40mm has a close focus, and I always find that very useful in any lens. I love mine.
Date published: 2020-11-17
Is the lens hood included and will the lens hood ...
Is the lens hood included and will the lens hood reverse mount on the lens for storage?
The lens shades are included with all ZEISS Batis lenses and they are reversible for storage.
Date published: 2021-12-17
Hi ! AF noise it's normal for this lens ? My 25 ...
Hi ! AF noise it's normal for this lens ? My 25 Batis and 85 Batis no sound when autofocus
The AF on this lens is quiet.
Date published: 2023-11-23
Can the distance scale be changed from Meters to ...
Can the distance scale be changed from Meters to Feet?
Yes, one can change the distance scale from meters to feet on the ZEISS Batis 40mm f/2 CF Lens for Sony E. The camera needs to be in manual focus mode. You would then turn the focusing ring 360 degrees past the minimum focusing distance.
Date published: 2023-02-02
Zeiss admitted an issue with the close focus ...
Zeiss admitted an issue with the close focus aperture problem as well as with eye-AF, but as of February 2019 I haven’t heard their follow up response yet. Any word?
The firmware update is due April 2019. There are some explanations online about the expected improvements, so it's worth searching them out.
Date published: 2020-07-12