Zeiss Loxia User manual

ZEISS Loxia lenses
Manual full frame lenses for
Sony α7 cameras.

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The moment you e njoy full
creative freedom.
This is the mome nt we work for.
Enjoy classic photography with modern
technology. The lightweight Loxia®lenses from ZEISS
give you the best of both worlds: The fantastic creative
possibilities only available with manual focus and
the benefits of modern full frame photography from the
Sony α7 camera series. Let your creativity run free.

4Photo: Christoph Rieß, ZEISS Loxia 2/50

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Loxia lenses from ZEISS are perfectly suited to
the many strengths of Sony α7 series cameras.
Add to that their compact size and low weight,
and you have a series of lenses you can use just
about anywhere for high quality photographs
and films.
High precision
• Precise and durable construction, low weight.
• The functionality of the Loxia lenses is perfectly matched with
the camera functions of the Sony α7-series.

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Perfect for photography and video
• High quality images thanks to proven optical design.
• Automatic activation of the magnification function when
turning the focus ring.
• Optional switchable aperture lock, allowing for smooth
adjustment in video mode.
• Consistent 180° focus ring rotation for all lenses in the series.
High quality construction
• Robust, all-metal construction for many years of use.
• Grippy focus ring for fine manual adjustment.
• A special gasket at the mount protects the connection
between camera and lens.
ZEISS Loxia lenses come standard with a matching lens shade.

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Photo: Tobias Brandstetter, ZEISS Loxia 2/35
ZEISS Loxia 2/35
The subtle reporter. An extended field of view
makes this versatile lens ideal for showing a subject in
their environment. It’s also just as good for reportage
and street photography or even for portraits, detail
shots and landscapes.

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Design
• Biogon®with 9 lens elements in
6 groups
• Lens made of special glass with
anomalous partial dispersion
Focal length 35 mm
Aperture range f/2.0–f/22
Elements/groups 9/6
Focusing range m/ft 0.30–∞/0.98–∞
Field angle* (diag./horiz./vert.) 63°/54°/37°
Coverage** mm/inch 210.2 x 139.4/8.28 x 5.49
*Based on 35 mm format. **At close range.

10Photo: Arato Ogura, ZEISS Loxia 2/35

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Photo: Christoph Rieß, ZEISS Loxia 2/50
ZEISS Loxia 2/50
The flexible all-rounder. Compact and light, this
lens shines in many applications. Regardless of whether
it’s for street photography, landscapes, portraits or
spontaneous discoveries, the ZEISS Loxia 2/50 is the
ideal companion for photographic and filmic exploration.

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Design
• Planar®with 6 lens elements in
4 groups
Focal length 50 mm
Aperture range f/2.0–f/22
Elements/groups 6/4
Focusing range m/ft 0.45–∞/1.48–∞
Field angle* (diag./horiz./vert.) 46.78°/39.38°/26.70°
Coverage** mm/inch 255.1 x 168.3/10.04 x 6.63
*Based on 35 mm format. **At close range.

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Length
mm/inch
Diameter
mm/inch (max.)
Weight*
g/oz.
Filter thread E
Wide angle
Loxia 2/35 66/2.6 62.1/2.44
340/12 M 52 x 0.75 •
Standard
Loxia 2/50 66.2/2.6 62.1/2.44
320/11.29 M 52 x 0.75 •
Technical specifications. How large, how heavy,
available with which mounts? All the technical
information you need is here. For more information,
visit zeiss.com/photo.

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Length*
mm/inch
Diameter*
mm/inch (max.)
Weight
g/oz.
Filter thread E
Wide angle
Loxia 2/35 66/2.6 62.1/2.44
340/12 M 52 x 0.75 •
Standard
Loxia 2/50 66.2/2.6 62.1/2.44
320/11.29 M 52 x 0.75 •
*Dimensions and weight may vary according to the camera mount. Length with caps.

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Accessories – original accessories and care
products from ZEISS perfectly complement the
unique product experience offered by our lenses.
Please note: a suitable lens hood comes as
standard with all ZEISS lenses.
ZEISS T UV filters and POL filters (circular)
These filters feature T ®anti-reflective coating and are
optimal for protecting your front lens. The UV filters afford
your pictures more brilliance, the POL filters reduce reflections
on nonmetallic surfaces and increase color saturation.
• High fitting accuracy for fast filter change
• Can be used with a lens shade
• Available in all standard sizes
ZEISS Air Cell comfort straps
With patented Air Cell padding, these camera straps minimize
shoulder and neck strain, even with heavy equipment.
• High degree of wearing comfort with Air Cell padding
• Strap length adjustable at both ends
ZEISS lens Cleaning Kit
The Lens Cleaning Kit is designed for use with multi-coated
camera lenses. The cleaning kit is packed in a fabric belt bag
and contains:
• Lens cleaning agent
• Dust brush
• Microfiber cloth
• 10 moistened cleaning cloths
• User manual for professional lens care

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Photo: Christoph Rieß, ZEISS Loxia 2/50
Share your fascination – together with others.
Visit ZEISS online to stay in touch with other photo-
graphers, exchange tips and tricks and get regular
news updates. On our blog, Facebook, Twitter, Flickr
and Vimeo sites, you can find a large community of
photographers and videographers from all over the
world. We look forward to seeing you there!
Become part of the ZEISS community
zeiss.com/photo/social

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EN_10_025_152l Printed in Germany ZIG-CZ-VIII/2014 NToo Subject to change in design and scope of delivery and as a result of ongoing technical development.
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