The medium telephoto lens for a new era

Thanks to the outstanding correction of all chromatic aberrations, the ZEISS Batis 2.8/135 is a high-performance Apo telephoto lens.

As a fixed focal length in the medium telephoto range, it is much easier to handle than corresponding zoom lenses.

The lens brings the distance closer and is therefore the optimum solution for medium-distance portrait photography.

Like all ZEISS Batis lenses, this latest addition features an OLED display that enables precise visualization of the depth of field. So you can be sure that the image is in focus in all the right places. The metal housing gives the lens its robust and durable character. ZEISS assures us that its dust and dirt shield means photo shoots in poor weather are a walk in the park.

• Fast autofocus and handy focusing ring for ultra-precise manual focusing. 
• Distance and depth-of-field indicators with OLED display
• Fully compatible with mirrorless full-frame system cameras from Sony
• Focal length: 135 mm
• Aperture range: f/2.8 -- f/22
• Elements/groups 14 / 11
• Focusing range: 0.87m -- ∞
• Field angle* (diag./hor. / vert.) 18° / 15° / 10°
• Coverage** 125 × 185mm
• Lenght (without lens caps): 120mm
• Max diameter (without lensshade): 81mm
• Weight: 614g
• Filter thread: 67mm
• Compatible with: Sony E mount cameras***
• Design: Apo Sonnar, with 14 lenselements in 11 groups
• "Floating elements" design
• Lens made of special glass

* Based on 24 × 36 mm format.

**At close range.

***Sony is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation.

The new ZEISS Batis 2.8/135 is the first 135 mm AF focal length for mirrorless full-frame cameras from Sony

Fans of Sony’s mirrorless full-frame cameras have a reason to smile: ZEISS has added a further tele lens focal length to its ZEISS Batis lens family. The new ZEISS Batis 2.8/135 is the first 135 mm AF focal length for Sony’s Alpha 7 system with E-mount. Like all lenses from the ZEISS Batis range, this new addition is equipped with fast and precise autofocus. To avoid shaking, which can occur very easily with tele lenses, an optical image stabilizer has also been incorporated into the design. The ZEISS Batis 2.8/135 proves it worth particularly in portrait photography: “The tele focal length means the subject can stand out nicely against the blurred background”, says Product Manager Michael Pollmann from ZEISS. “The bokeh works very well indeed, and the optical design – an Apo Sonnar – ensures outstanding images time and again.” The new ZEISS Batis could also be a great option for event and wedding photography.

“Compact, lightweight, top quality”

“The advantage of Sony’s mirrorless full-frame system is that despite its compact size, it delivers exceptional image quality,” says Pollmann. ZEISS has continued to bring the design of the ZEISS Batis 2.8/135 into line with the needs of Sony photographers. “It was important to build a comparably handy lens – in spite of the rather long focal length. We made a conscious decision to strike a balance between compactness, weight and light intensity.”

OLED display visualizes depth of focus

Like all ZEISS Batis lenses, this latest addition features an OLED display that enables precise visualization of the depth of field. So you can be sure that the image is in focus in all the right places. The metal housing gives the lens its robust and durable character. ZEISS assures us that its dust and dirt shield means photo shoots in poor weather are a walk in the park.

The image quality leaves nothing to be desired: “We have put a lot of effort into the optical design and into correcting our lenses,” says Pollmann. “For example, we are experimenting with special types of glass in order to rule out as many kinds of image errors as possible. We have thus been able to ensure corrected chromatic aberration in the ZEISS Batis 2.8/135 so that we have virtually no image errors.” 14 lenses have been built into 11 groups in the camera lens.

Technical Data ZEISS Batis 2.8/135

• Focal length: 135 mm
• Aperture range: f/2.8 – f/22
• Lens elements / Groups: 14 / 11
• Optical image stabilization: Yes
• Focusing range: 0,87 m (2.86 ft) – ∞
• Free working distance: 0,74 m (2.4 ft) – ∞
• Angular field* (diag. / horiz. / vert.): 18° / 15° / 10°
• Diameter of image field: 43,3 mm (1.7″)
• Flange focal distance: 18,0 mm (0.71″)
• Coverage at close range (MOD)*: 125 x 185 mm (4.9 x 7.3″)
• Image ratio at MOD: 1:5.3
• Filter thread: M67 x 0,75
• Entrance pupil position (behind the image plane): 6,9 mm (0.27″)
• Rotation angle of focusing ring (inf – MOD): Focusing not mechanically coupled. Rotation angle depending on rotation speed.
• Diameter max. (with lens shade): 98 mm (3.9″)
• Diameter of focusing ring: 81 mm (3.2″)
• Length (without lens caps): 120 mm (4.7″)
• Length (with lens caps): 133 mm (5.2″)
• Weight (without lens caps): 614 g

ZEISS Batis 2.8/135 Medium Telephoto Lens

Taking advantage of the exciting possibilities of Sony mirrorless cameras, ZEISS Batis lenses are designed specifically to unleash the creative potential of full-frame sensors. If you are looking for E-mount lenses to give perfect image quality and which are robust enough to resist dust and spray water and offer not only super-fast, but quiet autofocus, then these lenses will deliver.

The advanced correction of the Apo Sonnar lens design ensures extremely realistic portrayal of your subject. To avoid shaking, an optical image stabilizer has also been integrated in the design. The fast and precise autofocus is your guarantee of sharply defined images - even in difficult light. The shallow depth of field at maximum aperture allows the creative combination of focus and blur, allowing you to direct the viewer's attention to the main subject of your photo.

Innovative OLED display
For the first time, you can accurately read the focus distance and depth of field simply and intuitively on the OLED display on the lens. Especially in poor light conditions â?? excellent readability is always guaranteed.

Optical image stabilization
Optical image stabilization gives you clear, steady images in poor light conditions. Combined with the camera''s own OIS, it provides you the benefits of both systems. In addition, this feature also allows for perfect images without digital noise, as the OIS values do not have to be increased to compensate for poor light conditions.

Robust and weatherproof metal construction
Thanks to features that are designed to keep out dust and spray water, the lens is perfectly suited for critical outdoor conditions. It is also designed for many years of intensive use.

Smooth and reliable autofocus
The design of the autofocus system requires an extremely accurate shifting of particular lens groups. The focusing system of ZEISS lenses is designed to ensure a robust and smooth-running autofocus mechanism with the best imaging performance.

Versatile full-frame lens
The powerful lens for the mirrorless full-frame system of Sony fulfills the highest requirements. Despite its compact design, the image meets the expectations of professional photographers.

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