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Company Summary
Zeiss
Zeiss, a renowned German optics manufacturer, has played a significant role in the motion picture industry since its inception. Founded in 1846 by Carl Zeiss in Jena, Germany, the company has become a pioneer in optical technology and precision engineering. Over the years, Zeiss has developed a strong reputation for producing high-quality lenses and camera equipment used in various industries, including photography, cinematography, and scientific research.
In the early 20th century, Zeiss lenses gained popularity in the emerging motion picture industry due to their exceptional optical performance. Filmmakers sought out Zeiss lenses for their ability to capture sharp images with minimal distortion, making them an ideal choice for capturing the nuances of human emotions and storytelling on the big screen. The Zeiss lenses' optical superiority soon became a standard for many renowned cinematographers and film studios.
As cinema technology advanced, Zeiss continued to innovate, adapting its lenses to meet the ever-evolving demands of the film industry. In the 1930s, Zeiss introduced the first set of interchangeable lenses for motion picture cameras, enabling filmmakers to have greater creative control over their shots. This breakthrough further solidified Zeiss's position as a leading provider of cinema lenses.
In the digital age, Zeiss seamlessly transitioned its expertise from traditional film cameras to modern digital cinema cameras. The company developed cutting-edge lenses optimized for high-resolution digital imaging, meeting the demands of filmmakers working with advanced digital cinema technology. Their lenses have been used in a wide range of productions, from Hollywood blockbusters to independent films, contributing to the visual excellence of countless movies. Beyond camera lenses, Zeiss has also been involved in the development of other motion picture technologies. They have contributed to the advancement of projection systems used in movie theaters, ensuring that audiences can experience films with the utmost visual clarity and fidelity.
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Lens Models
Cine Lenses
Lightweight Zoom
Zeiss Vario-Sonnar LWZ. 15.5-45mm T2.6
Zeiss Vario-Sonnar LWZ.2 15.5-45mm T2.6
Zeiss Lightweight Zoom LWZ.3 21-100mm T2.9-3.9
Compact Zoom
Standard Speed
Zeiss Standard Speed 10mm T2.1
Zeiss Standard Speed 12mm T2.1
Zeiss Standard Speed 14mm T2.0
Zeiss Standard Speed 16mm T2.1
Zeiss Standard Speed 20mm T2.1
Zeiss Standard Speed 24mm T2.1
Zeiss Standard Speed 28mm T2.1
Zeiss Standard Speed 32mm T2.1
Zeiss Standard Speed 40mm T2.1
Zeiss Standard Speed 50mm T2.1
Zeiss Standard Speed Macro 60mm T2.9
Zeiss Standard Speed 85mm T2.1
Zeiss Standard Speed 100mm T2.1
Zeiss Standard Speed 135mm T2.1
Zeiss Standard Speed 180mm T3.0
B-Speed
Zeiss B Speed Distagon 18mm T1.4
Zeiss B Speed Distagon 25mm T1.4
Zeiss B Speed Distagon 35mm T1.4
Zeiss B Speed Planar 50mm T1.4
Zeiss B Speed Planar 85mm T1.4
Zeiss B Speed Planar 135mm T2.0
Super Speed MkI
(no iris gear)
Zeiss SuperSpeed Distagon 18mm T1.3 MkI
Zeiss SuperSpeed Distagon 25mm T1.3 MkI
Zeiss SuperSpeed Distagon 35mm T1.3 MkI
Zeiss SuperSpeed Planar 50mm T1.3 MkI
Zeiss SuperSpeed Planar 85mm T1.3 MkI
Super Speed MkII
(both iris and focus gears)
Zeiss SuperSpeed Distagon 18mm T1.3 MkII
Zeiss SuperSpeed Distagon 25mm T1.3 MkII
Zeiss SuperSpeed Distagon 35mm T1.3 MkII
Zeiss SuperSpeed Planar 50mm T1.3 MkII
Zeiss SuperSpeed Planar 65mm T1.3 MkII
Zeiss SuperSpeed Planar 85mm T1.3 MkII
Super Speed MkIII
(both iris and focus gears, and engravings "upright" when lens is mounted)
Zeiss SuperSpeed Distagon 18mm T1.3 MkIII
Zeiss SuperSpeed Distagon 25mm T1.3 MkIII
Zeiss SuperSpeed Distagon 35mm T1.3 MkIII
Zeiss SuperSpeed Planar 50mm T1.3 MkIII
Zeiss SuperSpeed Planar 65mm T1.3 MkIII
Zeiss SuperSpeed Planar 85mm T1.3 MkIII
Ultra Prime
Zeiss Ultra Prime 8R 8mm T2.8
Zeiss Ultra Prime 10mm T2.1
Zeiss Ultra Prime 12mm T2.0
Zeiss Ultra Prime 14mm T1.9
Zeiss Ultra Prime 16mm T1.9
Zeiss Ultra Prime 20mm T1.9
Zeiss Ultra Prime 24mm T1.9
Zeiss Ultra Prime 28mm T1.9
Zeiss Ultra Prime 32mm T1.9
Zeiss Ultra Prime 40mm T1.9
Zeiss Ultra Prime 50mm T1.9
Zeiss Ultra Prime 65mm T1.9
Zeiss Ultra Prime 85mm T1.9
Zeiss Ultra Prime 100mm T1.9
Zeiss Ultra Prime 135mm T1.9
Zeiss Ultra Prime 180mm T1.9
Ultra Prime LDS
Zeiss Ultra Prime LDS 12mm T2.0
Zeiss Ultra Prime LDS 14mm T1.9
Zeiss Ultra Prime LDS 16mm T1.9
Zeiss Ultra Prime LDS 20mm T1.9
Zeiss Ultra Prime LDS 24mm T1.9
Zeiss Ultra Prime LDS 28mm T1.9
Zeiss Ultra Prime LDS 32mm T1.9
Zeiss Ultra Prime LDS 40mm T1.9
Zeiss Ultra Prime LDS 50mm T1.9
Zeiss Ultra Prime LDS 65mm T1.9
Zeiss Ultra Prime LDS 85mm T1.9
Zeiss Ultra Prime LDS 100mm T1.9
Zeiss Ultra Prime LDS 135mm T1.9
Zeiss Ultra Prime LDS 180mm T1.9
Master Prime
Zeiss Master Prime 12mm T1.3
Zeiss Master Prime 14mm T1.3
Zeiss Master Prime 16mm T1.3
Zeiss Master Prime 18mm T1.3
Zeiss Master Prime 21mm T1.3
Zeiss Master Prime 25mm T1.3
Zeiss Master Prime 27mm T1.3
Zeiss Master Prime 32mm T1.3
Zeiss Master Prime 35mm T1.3
Zeiss Master Prime 40mm T1.3
Zeiss Master Prime 50mm T1.3
Zeiss Master Prime 65mm T1.3
Zeiss Master Prime 75mm T1.3
Zeiss Master Prime 100mm T1.3
Zeiss Master Prime 135mm T1.3
Zeiss Master Prime 150mm T1.3
Master Macro
Master Anamorphic
Zeiss Master Anamorphic 28mm T1.9
Zeiss Master Anamorphic 35mm T1.9
Zeiss Master Anamorphic 40mm T1.9
Zeiss Master Anamorphic 50mm T1.9
Zeiss Master Anamorphic 60mm T1.9
Zeiss Master Anamorphic 75mm T1.9
Zeiss Master Anamorphic 100mm T1.9
Zeiss Master Anamorphic 135mm T1.9
Zeiss Master Anamorphic 180mm T2.8
Supreme Prime
Zeiss Supreme Prime 15mm T1.8
Zeiss Supreme Prime 18mm T1.5
Zeiss Supreme Prime 21mm T1.5
Zeiss Supreme Prime 25mm T1.5
Zeiss Supreme Prime 29mm T1.5
Zeiss Supreme Prime 35mm T1.5
Zeiss Supreme Prime 40mm T1.5
Zeiss Supreme Prime 50mm T1.5
Zeiss Supreme Prime 65mm T1.5
Zeiss Supreme Prime 85mm T1.5
Zeiss Supreme Prime 100mm T1.5
Zeiss Supreme Prime 135mm T1.5
Zeiss Supreme Prime 150mm T1.8
Zeiss Supreme Prime 200mm T2.2
Supreme Radiance Prime
Zeiss Supreme Radiance 18mm T1.5
Zeiss Supreme Radiance 21mm T1.5
Zeiss Supreme Radiance 25mm T1.5
Zeiss Supreme Radiance 29mm T1.5
Zeiss Supreme Radiance 35mm T1.5
Zeiss Supreme Radiance 40mm T1.5
Zeiss Supreme Radiance 50mm T1.5
Zeiss Supreme Radiance 65mm T1.5
Zeiss Supreme Radiance 85mm T1.5
Zeiss Supreme Radiance 100mm T1.5
Zeiss Supreme Radiance 135mm T1.5
Compact Prime
Zeiss Compact Prime 18mm T3.6
Zeiss Compact Prime 21mm T2.9
Zeiss Compact Prime 25mm T2.1
Zeiss Compact Prime 28mm T2.1
Zeiss Compact Prime 35mm T2.1
Zeiss Compact Prime 50mm T1.5
Zeiss Compact Prime 85mm T1.5
Compact Prime CP.2
Zeiss CP.2 15mm T2.9
Zeiss CP.2 18mm T3.6
Zeiss CP.2 21mm T2.9
Zeiss CP.2 25mm T2.9
Zeiss CP.2 25mm T2.1
Zeiss CP.2 28mm T2.1
Zeiss CP.2 35mm T2.1
Zeiss CP.2 Super Speed 35mm T1.5
Zeiss CP.2 50mm T2.1
Zeiss CP.2 Makro 50mm T2.1
Zeiss CP.2 Super Speed 50mm T1.5
Zeiss CP.2 85mm T2.1
Zeiss CP.2 Super Speed 85mm T1.5
Zeiss CP.2 Close Focus 100mm T2.1
Zeiss CP.2 135mm T2.1
Compact Prime CP.3
Zeiss CP.3 15mm T2.9
Zeiss CP.3 18mm T2.9
Zeiss CP.3 21mm T2.9
Zeiss CP.3 25mm T2.1
Zeiss CP.3 28mm T2.1
Zeiss CP.3 35mm T2.1
Zeiss CP.3 50mm T2.1
Zeiss CP.3 85mm T2.1
Zeiss CP.3 100mm T2.1
Zeiss CP.3 135mm T2.1
Compact Prime CP.3 XD
Zeiss CP.3 XD 15mm T2.9
Zeiss CP.3 XD 18mm T2.9
Zeiss CP.3 XD 21mm T2.9
Zeiss CP.3 XD 25mm T2.1
Zeiss CP.3 XD 28mm T2.1
Zeiss CP.3 XD 35mm T2.1
Zeiss CP.3 XD 50mm T2.1
Zeiss CP.3 XD 85mm T2.1
Zeiss CP.3 XD 100mm T2.1
Zeiss CP.3 XD 135mm T2.1
Nano Primes
Zeiss Nano Prime 18mm T1.5
Zeiss Nano Prime 24mm T1.5
Zeiss Nano Prime 35mm T1.5
Zeiss Nano Prime 50mm T1.5
Zeiss Nano Prime 75mm T1.5
Zeiss Nano Prime 100mm T1.5
Ultra 16
Zeiss Ultra 16 6mm T1.3
Zeiss Ultra 16 8mm T1.3
Zeiss Ultra 16 9.5mm T1.3
Zeiss Ultra 16 12mm T1.3
Zeiss Ultra 16 14mm T1.3
Zeiss Ultra 16 18mm T1.3
Zeiss Ultra 16 25mm T1.3
Zeiss Ultra 16 35mm T1.3
Zeiss Ultra 16 50mm T1.3
S16 Super Speed MkI
(no iris or focus gears, smaller front ring)
S16 Super Speed MkII
(no iris gear, has focus gear, vertical engravings)
Zeiss S16 9.5mm T1.3 MkII
Zeiss S16 12mm T1.3 MkII
Zeiss S16 16mm T1.3 MkII
Zeiss S16 25mm T1.3 MkII
Zeiss S16 50mm T1.3 MkII
S16 Super Speed MkIII
(has both iris and focus gears, engravings are horizontal - read upright when lens is horizontal)
Zeiss S16 7mm T1.3 MkIII
Zeiss S16 9.5mm T1.3 MkIII
Zeiss S16 12mm T1.3 MkIII
Zeiss S16 16mm T1.3 MkIII
Zeiss S16 25mm T1.3 MkIII
Zeiss S16 50mm T1.3 MkIII
T2.2s
Samcines
DigiPrimes
DigiZooms
Variable Primes
Cinema Lenses
Zeiss Vario-Sonnar 10-100mm T2 MKI
Zeiss Vario-Sonnar 10-100mm T2 MKII
Zeiss Vario-Sonnar 10-100mm T3
Zeiss Vario-Sonnar 11-110mm T2.2
Still Lenses
Special Lenses
Zeiss Contax C/Y
Zeiss Contax C/Y Lens Database
Zeiss Contax C/Y Distagon 15mm f/3.5
Zeiss Contax C/Y F-Distagon 16mm f/2.8
Zeiss Contax C/Y Distagon 18mm f/4.0
Zeiss Contax C/Y Distagon 21mm f/2.8
Zeiss Contax C/Y Distagon 25mm f/2.8
Zeiss Contax C/Y Distagon 28mm f/2.0
Zeiss Contax C/Y Distagon 28mm f/2.8
Zeiss Contax C/Y Distagon 35mm f/1.4
Zeiss Contax C/Y Distagon 35mm f/2.8
Zeiss Contax C/Y PC-Distagon 35mm f/2.8
Zeiss Contax C/Y Tessar 45mm f/2.8
Zeiss Contax C/Y Planar 50mm f/1.4
Zeiss Contax C/Y Planar 50mm f/1.7
Zeiss Contax C/Y Planar 55mm f/1.2
Zeiss Contax C/Y C Makro-Planar 60mm f/2.8
Zeiss Contax C/Y Makro-Planar 60mm f/2.8
Zeiss Contax C/Y Planar 85mm f/1.2
Zeiss Contax C/Y Planar 85mm f/1.4
Zeiss Contax C/Y Sonnar 85mm f/2.8
Zeiss Contax C/Y Planar 100mm f/2.0
Zeiss Contax C/Y Makro- Planar 100mm f/2.8
Zeiss Contax C/Y Sonnar 100mm f/3.5
Zeiss Contax C/Y Planar 135mm f/2.0
Zeiss Contax C/Y Sonnar 135mm f/2.8
Zeiss Contax C/Y Sonnar 180mm f/2.8
Zeiss Contax C/Y Aposonnar 200mm f/2.0
Zeiss Contax C/Y Tele-Tessar 200mm f/3.5
Zeiss Contax C/Y Tele-Tessar 200mm f/4.0
Zeiss Contax C/Y Tele-Apotessar 300mm f/2.8
Zeiss Contax C/Y Tele-Tessar 300mm f/4.0
Zeiss Contax C/Y Mirotar 500mm f/4.5
Zeiss Contax C/Y Mirotar 500mm f/8.0
Zeiss Contax C/Y Mirotar 1000mm f/5.6
Zeiss Contax C/Y Vario-Sonnar 28-70mm 3.5-4.5
Zeiss Contax Vario-Sonnar AF 28-80mm f/3.5-5.6
Zeiss Contax C/Y Vario-Sonnar 28-85mm 3.3-4
Zeiss Contax C/Y Vario-Sonnar 35-70mm f/3.4
Zeiss Contax C/Y Vario-Sonnar 35-135mm 3.3-4
Zeiss Contax C/Y Vario-Sonnar 40-80mm f/3.5
Zeiss Contax C/Y Vario-Sonnar 70-210mm f/3.5
Zeiss Contax C/Y Vario-Sonnar 80-200mm f/4.0
Zeiss Contax C/Y Vario-Sonnar 100-300mm 4.5-5.6
Zeiss Jena
Zeiss ZF
Zeiss ZF Distagon 15mm f/2.8
Zeiss ZF Distagon 18mm f/3.5
Zeiss ZF Distagon 21mm f/2.8
Zeiss ZF Distagon 25mm f/2.0
Zeiss ZF Distagon 25mm f/2.8
Zeiss ZF Distagon 28mm f/2.0
Zeiss ZF Distagon 35mm f/1.4
Zeiss ZF Distagon 35mm f/2.0
Zeiss ZF Planar 50mm f/1.4
Zeiss ZF Makro-Planar 50mm f/2.0
Zeiss ZF Planar 85mm f/1.4
Zeiss ZF Makro-Planar 100mm f/2.0
Zeiss ZF APO-Sonnar 135mm f/2.0
Zeiss ZF.2 Classic
Zeiss ZF.2 Distagon Classic 15mm f/2.8
Zeiss ZF.2 Distagon Classic 18mm f/3.5
Zeiss ZF.2 Distagon Classic 21mm f/2.8
Zeiss ZF.2 Distagon Classic 25mm f/2.0
Zeiss ZF.2 Distagon Classic 25mm f/2.8
Zeiss ZF.2 Distagon Classic 28mm f/2.0
Zeiss ZF.2 Distagon Classic 35mm f/1.4
Zeiss ZF.2 Distagon Classic 35mm f/2.0
Zeiss ZF.2 Planar Classic 50mm f/1.4
Zeiss ZF.2 Makro-Planar Classic 50mm f/2.0
Zeiss ZF.2 Planar Classic 85mm f/1.4
Zeiss ZF.2 Makro-Planar Classic 100mm f/2.0
Zeiss ZF.2 APO-Sonnar Classic 135mm f/2.0
Zeiss ZE Classic
Zeiss ZE Distagon Classic 15mm f/2.8
Zeiss ZE Distagon Classic 18mm f/3.5
Zeiss ZE Distagon Classic 21mm f/2.8
Zeiss ZE Distagon Classic 25mm f/2.0
Zeiss ZE Distagon Classic 28mm f/2.0
Zeiss ZE Distagon Classic 35mm f/1.4
Zeiss ZE Distagon Classic 35mm f/2.0
Zeiss ZE Planar Classic 50mm f/1.4
Zeiss ZE Makro-Planar Classic 50mm f/2.0
Zeiss ZE Planar Classic 85mm f/1.4
Zeiss ZE Makro-Planar Classic 100mm f/2.0
Zeiss ZE APO-Sonnar Classic 135mm f/2.0
Zeiss Milvus ZF.2
Zeiss ZF.2 Milvus Distagon 15mm f/2.8
Zeiss ZF.2 Milvus Distagon 18mm f/2.8
Zeiss ZF.2 Milvus Distagon 21mm f/2.8
Zeiss ZF.2 Milvus Distagon 25mm f/1.4
Zeiss ZF.2 Milvus Distagon 35mm f/1.4
Zeiss ZF.2 Milvus Distagon 35mm f/2.0
Zeiss ZF.2 Milvus Planar 50mm f/1.4
Zeiss ZF.2 Milvus Makro Planar 50mm f/2.0
Zeiss ZF.2 Milvus Planar 85mm f/1.4
Zeiss ZF.2 Milvus Makro Planar 100mm f/2.0
Zeiss ZF.2 Milvus APO Sonnar 135mm f/2.0
Zeiss Milvus ZE
Zeiss ZE Milvus Distagon 15mm f/2.8
Zeiss ZE Milvus Distagon 18mm f/2.8
Zeiss ZE Milvus Distagon 21mm f/2.8
Zeiss ZE Milvus Distagon 25mm f/1.4
Zeiss ZE Milvus Distagon 35mm f/1.4
Zeiss ZE Milvus Distagon 35mm f/2.0
Zeiss ZE Milvus Planar 50mm f/1.4
Zeiss ZE Milvus Makro Planar 50mm f/2.0
Zeiss ZE Milvus Planar 85mm f/1.4
Zeiss ZE Milvus Makro Planar 100mm f/2.0
Zeiss ZE Milvus APO Sonnar 135mm f/2.0
Zeiss Otus ZF.2
Zeiss ZF.2 Otus Apo Distagon 28mm f/1.4
Zeiss ZF.2 Otus Apo Distagon 55mm f/1.4
Zeiss ZF.2 Otus Apo Planar 85mm f/1.4
Zeiss ZF.2 Otus Apo Sonnar 100mm f/1.4
Zeiss Otus ZE
Apo Distagon 28mm f/1.4 ZE Otus
Apo Distagon 55mm f/1.4 ZE Otus
Apo Planar 85mm f/1.4 ZE Otus
Apo Sonnar 100mm f/1.4 ZE Otus
Zeiss Batis
Zeiss Batis Distagon 18mm f/2.8
Zeiss Batis Distagon 25mm f/2.0
Zeiss Batis Distagon CF 40mm f/2.0
Zeiss Batis Sonnar 85mm f/1.8
Zeiss Batis Sonnar 135mm f/2.8
Zeiss Loxia
Zeiss Loxia Distagon 21mm f/2.8
Zeiss Loxia Distagon 25mm f/2.4
Zeiss Loxia Biogon 35mm f/2.0
Zeiss Loxia Planar 50mm f/2.0
Zeiss Loxia Sonnar 85mm f/2.4
Zeiss Touit
Key Figures
Carl Zeiss
History
1846
Founded by Carl Zeiss in Jena, Germany.
1946
Establishment of the Oberkochen facility after WWII.