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Key Features
- Leica M-Mount Lens
- Aperture Range: f/2 to f/22
- ZEISS T* Anti-Reflective Coating
- Manual Focus Design
Designed as the standard lens of the ZM system, the silver Planar T* 50mm f/2 ZM from ZEISS is a bright normal-length prime for M-mount rangefinder cameras. Utilizing the classic Planar optical design, this lens achieves high resolution, sharpness, and even illumination across the entire image field for accurate rendering. A T* anti-reflective coating has also been applied to resist flare and ghosting for improved contrast and color fidelity, and its manual focus design permits working with subjects as close as 2.3' away.
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I have to wonder how this lens compares to the Nokton 50 1.5 ASPH. I'm on the fence about both for my M2. Anyone know?
Both the Zeiss 50mm f/2 Planar and the Voigtlander Nokton 50mm f/1.5 are beautiful lenses, and it would be hard to go wrong with either. Each will render images slightly different. Colors will be a bit warmer with the Zeiss, and images will have enhanced 3-dimensionality. I would suggest renting each of the lenses. You should be able to find both of them at a place like lensrentals.com. You would then have a chance to see which lens better fits the aesthetic you are going for.
Date published: 2026-05-12
Dear all, How do you like it on your Sony a7 ...
Dear all, How do you like it on your Sony a7 serie?
The ZEISS Planar T* 50mm f/2 ZM Lens would be excellent when mounted on the Sony A7 series cameras with the appropriate adapter. One such adapter is the Metabones Leica M Lens to Sony E-mount Camera T Adapter (Black), BH #MEMBLMEBT3 (https://bhpho.to/41Iu3zQ).
Date published: 2023-04-26
Does it fit a Leica M5?
Does it fit a Leica M5?
The ZEISS ZM Lenses are compatible with any M-mount camera.
Date published: 2020-03-10
Is this lens compatible with leica M6 ?
Is this lens compatible with leica M6 ?
Yes. The ZEISS Planar T* 50mm f/2 ZM Lens is compatible with the Leica M6.
Date published: 2024-09-13
I am considering this lens for the typ 246 ...
I am considering this lens for the typ 246 monochrome, and curious as to how it renders B&W?
This lens produces excellent b&w images.
Date published: 2021-03-27
Is this lens chipped for exit data transfer for ...
Is this lens chipped for exit data transfer for Leica M digital bodies?
No, the ZEISS Planar T* 50mm f/2 ZM Lens (Black) is not chipped.
Date published: 2023-08-15
Can it be used for Canon RF mounts - and if yes, ...
Can it be used for Canon RF mounts - and if yes, do all functions fully translate?
You'll need a Leica M-mount to RF-adapter to use it on an R-series camera. This lens has no electronic functionality, so there are not really any functions that require "translating" per se, but you will have to set your camera up to shoot "without a lens" as the R-series cameras will not realize there is a lens mount and won't fire without that feature enabled.
Date published: 2021-08-04
question
has anyone tried this lens on a sony a7 W/adapter? wanting to know first hand if its pairs well that sensor. thanks alex
This lens is very sharp and has been used on my Sony Nex cameras including a7 and it is noted by many customers as being great together.A good adapter is also recommended, such as this one, http://bhpho.to/1mbVh9m.And this is a link for all of the adapters we carry, http://bhpho.to/1D6RMbt.
Date published: 2018-08-27