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The Zeiss Otus ML 50mm f/1.4, the mirrorless successor to the DSLR Otus line.
The Zeiss Otus ML 50mm f/1.4, the mirrorless successor to the DSLR Otus line.

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Otus ML 50mm f/1.4

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$2,500

US recommended retail price at launch (Spring 2025).

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Made by ZEISS.

Part of the Sony E / Canon RF / Nikon Z system.

Specifications

MountSony E / Canon RF / Nikon Z
Focal length50 mm
Aperturef/1.4 - f/16
Construction14 elements in 11 groups; Apo Distagon; aspherical
FocusManual; 0.5 m minimum
Filter67 mm
Weight677 g
CoatingZeiss T*
SealingWeather sealed
LaunchedSpring 2025

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