Carl Zeiss Unveils New C Biogon T* 2.8/35 ZM Lens

The new Carl Zeiss C Biogon T* 2.8/35 ZM lens is primarily for the Zeiss Ikon rangefinder camera using the 24×36mm format on 35mm film.

The company touts its perfect images even at full aperture. The new lens complements the compact C Biogon T* 4.5/21 ZM lens to create the ideal equipment for a wide range of applications such as documentation and architecture photography, according to Carl Zeiss.

The ZM lens series from Carl Zeiss is suitable for cameras with M-bayonet. As with the other lenses in this line, the C Biogon T* 2,8/35 ZM features an intuitive operating concept, a robust all-metal frame and a precise, noticeable click in 1/3 aperture stops.

The new lens is scheduled to begin shipping in the middle of this year. It will retail at $817, MSRP.

Technical Data
Focal length: 35 mm
Aperture scale: f/2,8 – f/22 (in 1/3 increments)
Focusing range: 0.7 m – infinity
Angular field, diag./horiz./vert.: 62°/53°/37°
Coverage at close range: 41 x 62 cm
Image ratio at close range: 1:17
Number of elements/groups: 7/5
Filter thread: M 43 x 0.75
Weight: 200 g
Dimensions (with caps): 52 mm diameter, length 55 mm

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