Carl Zeiss Distagon T* 2,8/25 ZF.2

ZF.2 version of Distagon T* 2,8/25

A Broad Perspective

The Distagon T* 2,8/25 is now available in the ZF.2 version for digital SLR cameras with an F bayonet.One of the most exciting features of the lenses from the ZF.2 series is that they support all the key modes such as shutter priority, aperture priority and program mode.

 Wide-angle lenses open up a scene by providing maximum depth of field: Think of a dragonfly landing on a water lily with dozens of blossoms behind its iridescent body all in crisp perspective, or rocks, moss and crevices forming patterns and formations that extend to the horizon. The Distagon T* 2,8/25 from Carl Zeiss can help you create these kinds of unusual images – and not only in the realm of nature photography.

Thanks to its electronic interface (CPU), the ZF.2 range of lenses supports all the essential modes such as shutter priority, aperture priority and program mode as well as manual mode, even with non-AI camera bodies. This makes a ZF.2 lens easy to use even under the most hectic conditions.

Capture it All—the New ZEISS Wide-angle Lens with Electronic Interface 

Carl Zeiss presents the Distagon T* 2,8/25 ZF.2 for F bayonet mount 

OBERKOCHEN/Germany, 08.06.2010. 

Wide-angle lenses capture a large depth of field: A dragonfly that lands on a water lily while you can clearly make out the numerous blossoms behind its shimmering body; rocks, moss and cracks which create designs and formations extending to the horizon.

The Distagon T* 2,8/25 lens from Carl Zeiss can create such unusual perspectives—in more than just nature photography. Now this popular and time-tested wide-angle lens is also available in a ZF.2 version for single-lens digital reflex cameras with F bayonet. With its very small focal distance, this newcomer to the ZF.2 lens series offers all the creative possibilities of manual focusing in photography. The ZF.2 has an electronic interface (CPU) that supports all exposure modes of the camera like shutter priority, aperture priority and program mode, as well as manual mode (even with camera bodies without AI-coupling lever).

The Distagon T* 2,8/25 ZF.2 is therefore ideal for photo enthusiasts who value creative, high-quality images alongside the comfort of automatic exposure control. You no longer have to manually set the data for focal length and speed in the cameras menu because the lens passes on these parameters to the camera. In addition to standard data such as lens manufacturer, date and metering mode, lens data such as the correct aperture value is also automatically saved. Thus, the ZF.2 lens is easy to use, even under tough situations. Martin Klottig, Marketing Manager for the Camera Lens Division of Carl Zeiss AG explains: “Often, you’ll find that you’re pressed for time to capture that perfect shot, for example when photographing animals. The Distagon T* 2,8/25 ZF.2 enables the photographer to hold on to just the 

right moment and take unique shots with confidence each time.” 

The new Distagon T* 2,8/25 ZF.2 is available at a retail price of 755,46 € (excluding VAT). The ZF.2 lenses come in eight additional focal lengths, 3,5/18, 2,8/21, 2/28, 2/35, 1,4/50, 1,4/85, and the two macros 2/50 and 2/100. 

ZF.2 lenses support all key modes (e.g. aperture priority, shutter priority, program AE or manual exposure settings) on camera models equipped with an electronic interface (e.g. current Nikon DSLR cameras). To do so, simply lock the aperture ring in the largest f-stop (e.g. 16) shown in orange.

On camera models without an electronic interface, the aperture is manually set on the lens aperture ring. With some camera models, it is possible to set in the menu whether the lens should be selected using the setting dial on the camera or the aperture ring on the lens. Please note that, for technical reasons, there is no halfway notch between the largest (e.g. 16) and second largest (e.g. 11) f-stop.The focused distance is not transmitted to the camera body.

For details regarding metering modes and further functions, please check the camera´s manual. The ZF.2 lenses accord to the Nikon AI-P standard (manual focus lenses with CPU).

source: zeiss.com