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    Carl Zeiss Planar T* 55 mm f/ 1.2 C/Y
    Carl Zeiss Planar T* 55 mm f/ 1.2 C/Y

    Carl Zeiss Planar T* 55 mm f/ 1.2 C/Y

    55mm · f/1.2

    Overview

    The Carl Zeiss Planar T* 55 mm f/1.2 C/Y is a rare, collector-oriented lens celebrated for its exceptional sharpness and contrast, especially wide open, with phenomenal CA control. Its floating element enables close focusing, and illumination is even across the frame. However, it is large, heavy, and front-heavy on smaller bodies, with shallow depth of field posing focusing challenges. It suits low-light and portrait photographers willing to pay a premium for its unique rendering.