Zeiss Otus 85mm f/1.4 APO-Planar: Flare Control

2014-10-02 • SEND FEEDBACK |
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From wide open to stopped down, images like this are possible with the Zeiss Otus 85mm f/1.4 APO-Planar. The sun can be in the frame, just outside the edge or corner and the results remain superb. Not flare-free; but best of breed, by far.

In Guide to Zeiss, see Flare and Sunstars with Otus 85/1.4 APO-Planar.

Sun and Clouds
Nikon D810 + Zeiss Otus 85mm f/1.4 APO-Planar @ f/8

Dual Sunstar Bristlecone
Nikon D810 + Zeiss Otus 85mm f/1.4 APO-Planar @ f/8

Flare control and high contrast go hand in hand at times.

First Light on High Peaks
Nikon D810 + Zeiss Otus 85mm f/1.4 APO-Planar @ f/2.8