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ZEISS Planar T* 50mm f/2 ZM Lens (Black)

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ZEISS Planar T* 50mm f/2 ZM Lens (Black)
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 black 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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ZEISS Planar T* 50mm f/2 ZM Overview

Designed as the standard lens of the ZM system, the black 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.

Planar optical concept helps to produce a high degree of sharpness and resolution from edge to edge, as well as notable flare resistance.
Zeiss T* anti-reflective coatings have been applied to each lens surface to help minimize reflections in order to provide greater image clarity, contrast, and color fidelity.
Manual focus design enables a minimum focusing distance of 2.3'.

ZEISS Planar T* 50mm f/2 ZMSpecs

Key Specs
Focal Length
50mm
Maximum Aperture
f/2
Lens Mount
Leica M
Focus Type
Manual Focus
Filter Size
43 mm (Front)
Maximum Aperture
f/2
Minimum Aperture
f/22
Lens Mount
Leica M
Angle of View
47°
Minimum Focus Distance
2.3' / 70 cm
Macro Reproduction Ratio
1:12
Optical Design
6 Elements in 4 Groups
Diaphragm Blades
10
Focus Type
Manual Focus
Filter Size
43 mm (Front)
Dimensions (ø x L)
2 x 2.7" / 52 x 68 mm
Weight
8.1 oz / 230 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.715 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
4.75 x 4.35 x 3.1"

ZEISS Planar T* 50mm f/2 ZM Reviews

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Does it fit a Leica M5?

Does it fit a Leica M5?
Asked by: Mathieu
The ZEISS ZM Lenses are compatible with any M-mount camera.
Answered by: ZEISS Camera Lenses
Date published: 2020-03-10

Is this lens compatible with leica M6 ?

Is this lens compatible with leica M6 ?
Asked by: javed
Yes. The ZEISS Planar T* 50mm f/2 ZM Lens is compatible with the Leica M6.
Answered by: Dan W
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?
Asked by: Michael
This lens produces excellent b&w images.
Answered by: Rob
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?
Asked by: Jeff
No, the ZEISS Planar T* 50mm f/2 ZM Lens (Black) is not chipped.
Answered by: Rob K
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?
Asked by: Barbara
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.
Answered by: Jeremy
Date published: 2021-08-04

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has anyone tried this lens on a sony a7 W/adapter? wanting to know first hand if its pairs well that sensor. thanks alex
Asked by: alex b.
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, <a href= http://bhpho.to/1mbVh9m. target= _blank >http://bhpho.to/1mbVh9m.</a>And this is a link for all of the adapters we carry, <a href= http://bhpho.to/1D6RMbt. target= _blank >http://bhpho.to/1D6RMbt.</a>
Answered by: Robert K.
Date published: 2018-08-27

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Whats the difference between this lens and Zeiss 50mm f/2 ZM mount one? Only 1/3 stop aperture difference?
Asked by: Chen X.
We believe you are asking the difference between this lens and the Zeiss Normal 50mm f/1.5 C Sonnar T* ZM Manual Focus Lens B&H # ZE5015B. The only difference would be the approximate 3/4 of a stop more light the f/1.5 lens brings in. To get that additional light in, bigger pieces of incredibly precise pieces of glass must be mounted to larger, also incredibly precise, pieces of metal in order to do so. As someone who has on many an occasion wanted every photon possible, I would gladly pay the $401 difference. In Zeiss land, $401 is pocket change and well worth it if you need it.
Answered by: Dennis A L.
Date published: 2022-10-02

Can i buy a vented hood for this lens?

Can i buy a vented hood for this lens?
Asked by: Paul
Yes you can use this hood: https://bhpho.to/3qNHFXq
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2021-03-17
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