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Carl Zeiss presents the Distagon T* 2/28
with EF bayonet
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Camera Lenses Division
Carl Zeiss AG


OBERKOCHEN/Germany, 12.10.2009.
The breaking dawn is a special time for photo- graphers. When the early-morning sun reluctantly chases away the still-glistening dew on the trees, this delicate transition between night and day creates moments of calm and anticipation. But without a tripod at hand, these shots will only succeed with a lens that can handle intense light.

Carl Zeiss today introduces the wide-angle lens Distagon T* 2/28 ZE with EF bayonet, suitable for all analog and digital EOS camera models. With an initial aperture opening of 1:2, it is among the most light-intense of its kind in its focal length. From landscape photography at dawn to interior shots with weak lighting and close-up portraits, the Distagon T* 2/28 ZE offers photographers plenty of room for creativity when a tripod is not used. Following the recent introduction of its two ultra-wide-angle lenses, the Distagon T* 3,5/18 ZE and the T* 2,8/21, the new Distagon T* 2/28 ZE is Carl Zeiss’ first moderate wide-angle lens with EF bayonet.

Despite its high light intensity and complex retro-focus construction, the Distagon T* 2/28 ZE has a compact build. These characteristics make the lens a highly versatile and performance-driven tool for all types of photographers. Even with its wide angle, the lens enables photographers to play fully with an image’s depth of focus. With a wide aperture opening, for example, one can effectively separate the motif from its background. With a small aperture opening, photographers can use the sharpness of the lens system for the entire image range. The floating elements design guarantees high imaging performance each time, from close-ups to infinity, enabling the photo- grapher to make razor-sharp close-up images of even the tiniest objects. Thanks to the Carl Zeiss T* anti-reflective coating and meticulously crafted lenses, the new Distagon T* 2/28 ZE deals effortlessly with reflections and stray light. Brilliant pictures work every time, even under tough lighting conditions such as a breaking dawn.

The Distagon T* 2/28 ZE will be available starting autumn for a suggested retail price of EUR 965.55 (excluding VAT)*.


Technical specifications:

Focal length:28 mm
Aperture range:f/2 - f/22
No. of elements/groups:10/8
Focusing range:0.24 m - infinity
Angular field**
(diag./horiz./vert.):
74/64/45°
Coverage at close range:18 x 12 cm (close-up)
Image ratio at close range:1:4.7 (close-up)
Filter thread:M 58 x 0.75
Dimensions (with caps):ø 72.4 mm,
length 96 mm
Weight:580 g
Mounts:ZF (F bayonet)
ZK (K bayonet)
ZE (EF bayonet)
Accessories:Lens hood included



Distagon T* 2/28 ZE
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Distagon T* 2/28 ZE—for creative freedom even under difficult lighting conditions

Distagon T* 2/28 ZE
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The new wide-angle for EF mount: Distagon T* 2/28 ZE

*  As of October 12, 2009
* refers to small camera format




Nicole Balle
Camera and Cine Lenses
Carl Zeiss AG
Phone: + 49 7364 20-9042
Fax: + 49 7364 20-4045
E-Mail: n.balle@zeiss.de

Martin Klottig
Marketing Manager
Camera and Cine Lenses
Carl Zeiss AG
Phone: +49 7364 20-8370
Fax: +49 73 64 20-4045
Email: m.klottig@zeiss.de


Number: 0163-2009-ENG PC

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