With a standard 50mm focal length on full-frame cameras, this is an unbeatable choice for photographers who love to work with prime lenses, and a perfect starting point for a superb ZEISS lens collection. Sharpness and contrast are excellent throughout the image at all apertures, and a 9-blade circular aperture contributes to beautiful bokeh when required. AF operation is quiet and responsive.
Planar T* 50mm F1.4 ZA SSM Compatibility
A-mount Full Frame Cameras
A-mount APS-C Cameras
E-mount Full Frame cameras with Mount Adaptor
E-mount APS-C cameras with Mount Adaptor
Sample photos
1/160s, F1.7
1/2500s, F1.4
1/160s, F5.6
1/500s, F1.7
1/60s, F2.8
A fast 50mm prime refined to perfection
ZEISS lenses are known for their superior sharpness, contrast, and well-defined blacks. This fine lens represents the peak of perfection in all of the above characteristics.
Planar design minimizes distortion
A refined ZEISS Planar optical configuration with two aspherical elements delivers superb sharpness with an absolute minimum of distortion and aberration throughout the image.
Smooth, quiet SSM focusing
Sony’s SSM (Super Sonic wave Motor) drive system works with a precision focus mechanism to achieve smooth, silent autofocus operation and fast response.
From ZEISS sharp to smooth bokeh
A 9-blade circular aperture works with this lens’s F1.4 maximum aperture to produce beautifully smooth background bokeh with natural highlights when desired.
ZEISS normal prime
Planar design
SSM focus drive
Beautiful bokeh
Lens Configuration
Legendary ZEISS quality manufactured and calibrated specifically for Sony imaging products. The T* coating contributes to exquisite rendering and contrast.
MTF Chart
MTF (Modulation Transfer Function) describes how well a lens can reproduce fine details, measured as the degree of contrast achieved between finely spaced lines.
Specifications & Features
ZEISS F1.4 standard prime
ZEISS T* coating reduces flare and ghosting
9-blade circular aperture for smooth bokeh
SSM (Super Sonic wave Motor) for fast, quiet autofocus
Dust and moisture resistant
Minimum Focus Distance
0.45m (1.48ft)
Maximum Magnification ratio (x)
0.14x
Filter Diameter (mm)
72mm
Weight
518g (18.3oz.)
What's in the Box
Lens hood (ALC-SH126: round shape, bayonet type), Lens front cap, Lens rear cap
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