Carl Zeiss unveils the Distagon T* 2/28 with Canon EF bayonet
This morning, Carl Zeiss announced their new Distagon T* 2/28 wide-angle lens, which is designed for use with both analog and digital EOS models. Offering a "retro" look and feel, this 28mm manual focus lens also boasts a nice large f/2 aperture, making it a versatile unit for various types of photography, especially challenging lighting conditions.Currently, this lens is only being offered in the European market, and will be available sometime this fall with an MSRP of €965.55.
The Expert for Half-light
Carl Zeiss presents the Distagon T* 2/28
with EF bayonet
with EF bayonet
OBERKOCHEN/Germany, 12.10.2009.
The breaking dawn is a special time for photo- graphers. When the early-morning sun reluctantly chases away the still-glistening dew on the trees, this delicate transition between night and day creates moments of calm and anticipation. But without a tripod at hand, these shots will only succeed with a lens that can handle intense light.
Carl Zeiss today introduces the wide-angle lens Distagon T* 2/28 ZE with EF bayonet, suitable for all analog and digital EOS camera models. With an initial aperture opening of 1:2, it is among the most light-intense of its kind in its focal length. From landscape photography at dawn to interior shots with weak lighting and close-up portraits, the Distagon T* 2/28 ZE offers photographers plenty of room for creativity when a tripod is not used. Following the recent introduction of its two ultra-wide-angle lenses, the Distagon T* 3,5/18 ZE and the T* 2,8/21, the new Distagon T* 2/28 ZE is Carl Zeiss' first moderate wide-angle lens with EF bayonet.
Despite its high light intensity and complex retro-focus construction, the Distagon T* 2/28 ZE has a compact build. These characteristics make the lens a highly versatile and performance-driven tool for all types of photographers. Even with its wide angle, the lens enables photographers to play fully with an image's depth of focus. With a wide aperture opening, for example, one can effectively separate the motif from its background. With a small aperture opening, photographers can use the sharpness of the lens system for the entire image range. The floating elements design guarantees high imaging performance each time, from close-ups to infinity, enabling the photo- grapher to make razor-sharp close-up images of even the tiniest objects. Thanks to the Carl Zeiss T* anti-reflective coating and meticulously crafted lenses, the new Distagon T* 2/28 ZE deals effortlessly with reflections and stray light. Brilliant pictures work every time, even under tough lighting conditions such as a breaking dawn.
The Distagon T* 2/28 ZE will be available starting autumn for a suggested retail price of EUR 965.55 (excluding VAT)*.
Technical specifications:
| Focal length: | 28 mm |
| Aperture range: | f/2 - f/22 |
| No. of elements/groups: | 10/8 |
| Focusing range: | 0.24 m - infinity |
| Angular field** (diag./horiz./vert.): | 74/64/45° |
| Coverage at close range: | 18 x 12 cm (close-up) |
| Image ratio at close range: | 1:4.7 (close-up) |
| Filter thread: | M 58 x 0.75 |
| Dimensions (with caps): | ø 72.4 mm, length 96 mm |
| Weight: | 580 g |
| Mounts: | ZF (F bayonet) ZK (K bayonet) ZE (EF bayonet) |
| Accessories: | Lens hood included |
