Zeiss Batis 85mm f/1.8

Stunning portrait prime with integrated OLED display

Zeiss Batis 85mm f/1.8
85/100
LENS SCORE
Features 18
Performance 19
Durability 17
Price 13
Usability 18
Brand Zeiss
Model 2103-750

Key Features

OPTICAL Sonnar optical design with 11 elements in 8 groups
DISPLAY Integrated OLED display showing focus distance and depth of field
AUTOFOCUS Linear motor for fast and quiet autofocus performance
STABILIZATION Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) built into the lens
APERTURE f/1.8 maximum aperture with 9 rounded diaphragm blades
MOUNT Designed for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras
WEATHER SEALING Dust and weather-sealed construction for professional use
COATING Zeiss T* anti-reflective coating for high contrast
FOCUS Internal focusing mechanism maintains lens length
BUILD Premium metal barrel construction with rubberized rings
COMPATIBILITY Full electronic communication with Sony E-mount bodies
CLOSE FOCUS Minimum focusing distance of 0.8 meters
FILTER 67mm front filter thread diameter

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Zeiss Batis 85mm f/1.8

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present Rubberized, smooth manual focus control
Zoom Ring ✗ Not Present Prime lens
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present Controlled via camera body
AF/MF Switch ✗ Not Present Controlled via camera body
Image Stabilisation Switch ✗ Not Present Controlled via camera body
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✓ Present Integrated
Weather Sealing ✓ Present Full dust and moisture resistance

How-to Use Zeiss Batis 85mm f/1.8

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 85mm
Maximum Aperture f/1.8
Minimum Aperture f/22
Lens Construction 11 elements in 8 groups
Angle of View 29 degrees
Minimum Focus Distance 0.8m
Maximum Magnification 0.13x
Diaphragm Blades 9
Filter Size 67mm
Stabilization Yes (Optical)
Dimensions 81 x 92 mm
Weight 475g
Mount Sony E