ZEISS Otus ML 1.4/50 Lens

Highlights

The ZEISS Otus ML 1.4/50 is a 50 mm f/1.4 manual-focus prime lens designed for full-frame imaging. Its Distagon optical design uses 14 elements in 11 groups, including an aspherical optical surface and special glass with anomalous partial dispersion, while a 43 mm image field provides full-frame 36 mm-format coverage.

Standard commercial versions are available for Sony E, Canon RF, and Nikon Z mirrorless cameras. Custom M42 and M58 configurations are also available for B2B and industrial systems, with locking collars similar to those used on ZEISS Interlock lenses. The industrial offering uses a short 20 mm flange focal distance, and M58 pricing is available upon request.

Features

• 50 mm focal length for versatile full-frame still and video imaging
• f/1.4 to f/16 aperture range for low-light imaging and controlled depth of field
• Full-frame coverage with a 43 mm diameter image field
• Distagon optical design with 14 lens elements arranged in 11 groups
• Advanced optical correction using an aspherical surface and special glass with anomalous partial dispersion
• ZEISS T* coating to reduce reflections and flare while supporting contrast and color fidelity
• Precision manual focusing with a 259.5-degree focus-ring rotation
• 0.50 m minimum focusing distance with a 0.39 m free working distance
• Ten-blade diaphragm for smooth transitions and harmonious out-of-focus rendering
• De-clickable aperture control for stepless and quiet aperture adjustments during video recording
• Standard mirrorless mounts for Sony E, Canon RF, and Nikon Z systems
• Custom industrial variants with M42 or M58 mounts and locking collars
• M67 x 0.75 filter thread for compatible photographic filters
• Durable full-metal construction with protection against dust and splashes and an operating range of -20 °C to +55 °C

Applications

• Professional photography
• Visual storytelling
• Versatile full-frame photography
• Low-light photography
• Full-frame still imaging
• Videography
• Cinematic production
• Manual-focus video workflows
• B2B optical system integration
• Industrial imaging systems