Crafted for the Perfect Portrait

The new ZEISS Batis 2.8/135 strikes a balance between optical perfection and robust proportions.

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The new ZEISS Batis 2.8/135 strikes a balance between optical perfection and robust proportions.

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ZEISS Batis 2.8/135

Crafted for the Sony Alpha 7 system with E-mount, the new ZEISS Batis 2.8/135 is the first 135mm AF lens for the system. Like all ZEISS Batis lenses, it’s built with fast and precise autofocus.

A focal length of 135mm makes the ZEISS Batis 2.8/135 perfect for portrait photography, as the longer tele fattens perspective, reducing distortions, flattering subjects and making images look true to life.

The focal length also makes the subject stand out beautifully against a blurred background, with a fast f/2.8 aperture and the Apo Sonnar optical design delivering exceptionally pleasing bokeh (background blur). ZEISS experimented with special types of glass when building the new lens, ensuring corrected chromatic aberration and virutally no image errors.

At longer focal lengths, lenses are more suscepticle to camera shake, but the ZEISS Batis 2.8/135 avoids that with a built-in optical image stabilizer. In common with all ZEISS Batis lenses, the 2.8/135 features an OLED display that precisely visualizes the depth of field, making sure your subject is in sharp focus.

The ZEISS Batis 2.8/135 is not only compact, but also robust, with a durable metal housing. A dust and dirt shield protects it from poor weather, as well as allows you to go shooting in challenging situations.
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