A prime portrait-length lens characterized by its complex Planar construction, the Nikon F-mount ZEISS Milvus 85mm f/1.4 ZF.2 Lens for Nikon Ffrom ZEISS Milvus 85mm f/1.4 ZF.2 Lens for Nikon Ffeatures a fast maximum aperture along with a unique spherical design to produce especially smooth bokeh for selective focus applications. The Planar design incorporates seven anomalous partial dispersion glass elements to nearly eliminate chromatic aberrations and other distortions for clean, well-corrected imagery. A floating elements system is used, too, for consistent performance throughout the focusing range, in order to achieve even sharpness and clarity. An enhanced ZEISS T* anti-reflective coating has also been applied to significantly reduce ghosting and lens flare for improved contrast and color fidelity when working in strong lighting conditions.

The manual focus design is complemented by a rubberized focus ring for fine-tuned, precise control over your focus position. Additionally, Milvus-series lenses also feature an equally aesthetic and durable frosted, anodized metal lens-barrel surface along with a weather-sealed construction to protect against dust and moisture.

F-Mount Lens/FX Format    Aperture Range: f/1.4 to f/16    Seven Low Dispersion Elements    Planar Optical Design    ZEISS T* Anti-Reflective Coating    Floating Elements System    Manual Focus Design, Rubber Focus Ring    Manual Aperture Ring Can Be De-Clicked    Weather-Sealed Construction

Short telephoto prime is designed for FX-format Nikon F-mount cameras, however can also be used with DX models where it provides a 127.5mm equivalent focal length.

Impressively bright f/1.4 maximum aperture is well-suited for working in low-light conditions and also provides greater control over the focus position when using shallow depth of field techniques.

Planar optical design affords high sharpness and consistent performance throughout the focusing range to suit photographing at a wide range of imaging scales.

Seven anomalous partial dispersion elements are used to significantly reduce color fringing and chromatic aberrations for increased clarity and color fidelity.

Unique spherical design produces an especially smooth quality of bokeh to benefit portraiture and selective focus applications.

ZEISS T* anti-reflective coating has been applied to each lens surface to help minimize reflections and provide greater contrast and color fidelity.

Floating elements system helps to maintain consistent image quality throughout the entire focusing range, from 2.6' to infinity.

Manual focus design is benefitted by focusing and depth of field scales along with hard stops at both infinity and minimum focusing positions.

Manual aperture ring has clicked indicators throughout aperture range. Using the included De-Click Tool, this ring can be mechanically 'de-clicked' for smooth, silent rotation throughout the aperture range; making it ideal for video applications.

Weather-resistant construction includes internal seals to guard against dust and moisture as well as a blue sealing ring at the lens mount to protect the lens-camera interface.

All-metal lens barrel has a frosted, anodized surface along with a rubberized focusing ring for both durability and improved tactile control.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Do the Zeiss Milvus lenses come with lens gears?

A: The ZEISS Milvus 50mm f/1.4 ZE Lens for Canon EF does not include lens gears. This is what is included: Front and Rear Lens Caps Lens Hood Limited 2-Year Warranty

Q: 2. Where is this lens made?

A: The Zeiss Milvus 85mm f/1.4 ZE is made in Japan.

Q: 3. would this lens have focus conformation on the canon 5DS?

A: Confirmation. Yes. The focus points will light up when in focus.

Q: 4. How does this lens differ from the older Planar 85mm lens?

A: This lens differs in all aspects, except the core characteristics (85mm focal lefth and 1.4 aperture). Unlike some other Milvus lenses (I'm thinking about the 50mm for example), this has been built from the ground-up and bears no resemblance to any other lens they have made. The 85 has more similarities with the Otus than the older Planar. In a nutshell: this lens is much much MUCH sharper than the older Planar. It also manages CA better. It however has slightly more vignetting.

Q: 5. Whats the difference with the Zeiss 50mm f/2.0 Makro-Planar ZE Macro?

A: The Milvus 1.4/50 ZE is designed for general purpose still and video applications, whereas the Milvus 2/50M ZE is optimized for close-focus applications and offers macro magnifications of 1:2 (half life size).

Q: 6. Does it have weather sealing gasket?

A: Yes it does according to the information provided by Zeiss.

Q: 7. This one (Milvus) or that one (Loxia) for Sony A7R II.

A: I purchased for the Canon 5DRs

Q: 8. is this len manual focus?

A: The ZEISS ZF.2 lenses are manual focus, but do provide communication with the camera body via a CPU. This allows for the use of various functions, including the exposure meter, various exposure modes, transfer of meta data and focus confirmation. You can learn more at: a href= http://www.zeiss.com/camera-lenses/en_de/website/photography/what_makes_the_difference/manual_focusing.html target= _blank http://www.zeiss.com/camera-lenses/en_de/website/photography/what_makes_the_difference/manual_focusing.html/a anda href= http://www.zeiss.com/camera-lenses/en_de/website/photography/what_makes_the_difference/camera_mounts/zf2_lenses.html target= _blank http://www.zeiss.com/camera-lenses/en_de/website/photography/what_makes_the_difference/camera_mounts/zf2_lenses.html/a

Q: 9. if i were to use the manual focus Zeiss Milvus on a 5D Mark iv, are there replacement focussing screens for the camera?

A: Unfortunately 5d mark iv focusing screen is not user replaceable and we do not carry any options for that camera.

Q: 10. Does the Milvus provide focus assist in the view finder?

A: Yes, with the shutter pressed half way and as the lens is focused, the focus assist in the camera viewfinder is utilized.