Canon’s EF series lenses are designed for use with EOS digital SLR camera systems, featuring improved optics that include two high-precision Aspherical elements and two new UD-glass elements, resulting in superior image quality; better contrast and sharpness at the outer edges, and a reduction in chromatic aberrations that can sometimes be seen with high-resolution digital SLRs.

From Canon:

The fastest 135mm telephoto lens in its class. Ideal for indoor sports and portraits with background blur. Two UD-glass elements correct secondary spectrum for outstanding sharpness and color. Compatible with Extender EF 1.4x II and 2x II.

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Focal Length & Maximum Aperture: 135mm 1:2.0
Lens Construction: 10 elements in 8 groups
Diagonal Angle of View: 18°
Focus Adjustment: Rear focusing system with USM
Closest Focusing Distance: 0.9m / 3 ft.
Filter Size: 72mm
Max. Diameter x Length: 3.2″ x 4.4″, 1.7 lbs. / 82.5 x 112mm
Weight: 26.5 oz./750g

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Zeiss ZF lenses were designed for use with analog and digital single-lens reflex (SLR) cameras. They are focused manually, and their exceptional color control allows for extraordinary high contrast pictures without any color fringes, providing brilliant results under all lighting conditions.
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WATCH the Zeiss ZE SLR Planar 85mm Lens T1.4 in action for these Big City Projects

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Tech Specifications:

Focal length: 85mm
Aperture range: f/1.4 – f/16 (1/2 steps)
Focusing range: 0.1 m – infinity
Number of elements/groups: 6/5
Angular field, diagonal/horizontal: 29°/24°
Coverage at close range: 36 x 24 cm
Filter thread: M 72 x 0.75
Dimensions (with caps): ø 77 mm, length 85 mm
Weight: 600 g
Camera mount: EF Mount (ZE)

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Zeiss ZF lenses were designed for use with analog and digital single-lens reflex (SLR) cameras. They are focused manually, and their exceptional color control allows for extraordinary high contrast pictures without any color fringes, providing brilliant results under all lighting conditions.
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WATCH the Zeiss ZE SLR Planar 50mm Lens T1.4 in action for these Big City Projects

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Tech Specifications:

Focal length: 50mm
Aperture range: f/1.4 – f/16 (1/2 steps)
Focusing range: 0.45 m – infinity
Number of elements/groups: 7/6
Angular field, diagonal/horizontal: 45°/38°
Coverage at close range: 24 x 16 cm
Filter thread: M 58 x 0.75
Dimensions (with caps): ø 66 mm, length 69 mm
Weight: 350 g
Camera mount: EF Mount (ZE)

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Zeiss ZF lenses were designed for use with analog and digital single-lens reflex (SLR) cameras. They are focused manually, and their exceptional color control allows for extraordinary high contrast pictures without any color fringes, providing brilliant results under all lighting conditions. _____________________________________________________________________________________________

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WATCH the Zeiss 21mm ZF Distagon T2.8 Lens in action for these Big City Projects

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The Nikon 105mm f1.8 Lens is sharp all around on all apertures — if a little heavy in and of itself!

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The 105mm f/1.8 has a 9-bladed diaphragm, has a built-in telescoping hood, and takes 62mm filters.

It has five elements in five groups.

Close focus is 3 feet or 1m.

It is 3.1″ (78mm) around by 3.5″ (88mm) long and weighs 20 oz (580g).

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Some good info on the Nikon 105mm f1.8 here.

The Nikon 50mm f/1.4 is a secret weapon for low-light photography. Far more important than a fast ISO speed is the ability to gather light, which this lens does extremely well.

One of the most widely used autofocus lenses in all of photography. Fast enough for shooting in just about any type of light. Distortion-free images with superb resolution and color rendition. Weighs only 9.0 ounces. An ideal first lens, perfect for full-length portraits, travel photography or any type of available-light shooting. Accepts 52mm filters; HR-2 lens hood.

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Tech Specifications

Filter Size: 52mm
f/Stop Range: 2.8-22
Minimum Focus Distance: 8.4″ (20 cm)
Angle of View: 74 degrees
Groups/Elements: 8/8
Length: 1.8″
Maximum Diameter: 2.5″
Weight: 8.9 oz (250 g)

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This 7-element 28mm f/2.8 AI was Nikon’s most popular wide angle lens from 1974-1981. It’s sharp, fast and works great on film and FX cameras.

The 28mm focal length is commonly considered the “standard” wide angle choice. Nikon’s exceptionally popular 28mm f/2.8 AIS lens offers superior sharpness with quality construction throughout, in a compact package.
This lens offers superb image quality and Nikon’s Close-Range-Correction (CRC) which maintains image quality throughout the focusing range down to its minimum focusing distance of 8.4″ (20 cm). It’s light weight of 8.9 oz (250g) makes it easy to carry and use.

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Tech Specifications

Filter Size: 52mm
f/Stop Range: 2.8-22
Minimum Focus Distance: 8.4″ (20 cm)
Angle of View: 74 degrees
Groups/Elements: 8/8
Length: 1.8″
Maximum Diameter: 2.5″
Weight: 8.9 oz (250 g)

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This Tokina 11-16mm is the world’s fastest and sharpest ultrawide lens for small format digital cameras. Considering its bargain price of under $600, its the world’s best ultrawide lens for digital SLRs.

The Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 Lens is an ultra wide angle, short zoom range lens specifically designed for use with digital SLR cameras. The slightly shorter zoom range of this lens over the popular and award winning 12-24mm lens makes it possible to maintain optical quality even at wide-open apertures. This lens features a fast constant aperture of f/2.8, and provides a focal length equivalent to 17-25mm in 35mm format.

As part of the AT-X line, this lens is designed to provide excellent optical quality, and offers advanced features like the WR (Water Repellent) front element, its One-touch Focus Clutch Mechanism, and a 9-bladed aperture. This is an excellent lens for short closeup photography.

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WR Coating

WR (Water Repellent) coating made of a special compound has been applied to the front surface of the lens through the use of a unique evaporation process. As a result, the lens offers excellent water- and oil-repellent performance and makes for easier cleaning should the lens be accidentally smeared with fingerprints or cosmetics.

One Touch Focus Clutch Mechanism
The One Touch Focus Clutch Mechanism allows for fast and easy switching between manual and auto focus from any position. This improvement means that it is not necessary to change the AF/MF switch (on the body with Nikon or the lens with Canon) every time the lens is changed from auto focus to manual focus mode.

9-Blade Aperture
The rounded diaphragm opening (9 blades) makes out-of-focus elements appear more natural.

Tech Specifications

Filter Size: 77mm
f/Stop Range: 2.8 – 22
Minimum Focus Distance: 1′ (0.3 m)
Magnification: 1:11.6
Angle of View: 104° ~ 82°
Groups/Elements: 11/13
Length: 3.5″ (89mm)
Maximum Diameter: Not Specified by Manufacturer
Weight: 1.2 lb (560g)

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From Canon:

Standard zoom lens with an Image Stabilizer and high zoom ratio. With the Image Stabilizer turned on, you can obtain sharp, natural-looking pictures in dim lighting without using flash or a tripod. Very handy for places where flash is prohibited. Uses ring-type USM for swift, silent autofocus and full-time manual focus. Closest focusing distance is 20 in. (50cm).

Tech Specifications:

• 28-135mm standard zoom lens with f/3.5-5.6 maximum aperture for Canon SLR cameras
• Delivers sharp, natural-looking pictures in dim lighting without requiring flash or tripod
• Ring-type USM adjustment system for swift, silent autofocusing and full-time manual focus
• Close focusing distance of 20 inches; 75- to 18-degree diagonal angle of view
• Measures 3.1 inches in diameter and 3.8 inches long; weighs 18.9 ounces;

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Arri and Carl Zeiss have created lenses which, for the first time, completely unite all main characteristics such as focus, contrast, color saturation, color uniformity and compactness together with the high speed T 1.9 rating, low aperture-induced focus shift and uniform pupil position. The Ultra Prime lenses retain their excellent image quality even at close focus across the whole Super 35 frame.

16mm T1.9 cf 9”

20mm T1.9 cf 12”

24mm T1.9 cf 12”

32mm T1.9 cf 15”

40mm T1.9 cf 18”

50mm T1.9 cf 2’

65mm T1.9 cf 2’3”

85mm T1.9 cf 3’

100mm T1.9 cf 3’3”

135mm T1.9 cf 5’

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