Quick answer
The Zeiss Distagon T* 35mm f/1.4 ZE is a wide-angle prime lens covering 35mm at f/1.4 for the Canon EF mount. Its very wide maximum aperture suits low light and shallow depth of field with strong background blur.
About this lens
The Zeiss Distagon T* 35mm f/1.4 ZE is a fast wide-angle prime lens covering 35mm at f/1.4 for Canon EF mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.
Zeiss Distagon T* 35mm f/1.4 ZE specifications
What can you shoot with the Zeiss Distagon T* 35mm f/1.4 ZE?
At 35mm this is a wide-angle prime, which typically suits:
- Landscapes and cityscapes
- Street and travel photography
- Environmental portraits and interiors
Its very wide maximum aperture suits low light and shallow depth of field with strong background blur.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 35mm | 54.4° | 63.4° |
| APS-C | 1.6x | 56mm | 35.6° | 42.2° |
Frequently asked questions
What mount does the Zeiss Distagon T* 35mm f/1.4 ZE use?
It uses the Canon EF mount, so it fits Canon EF cameras directly.
What is the focal length of the Zeiss Distagon T* 35mm f/1.4 ZE?
It is a fixed 35mm lens with a maximum aperture of f/1.4. That makes it a wide-angle lens.
Is the Zeiss Distagon T* 35mm f/1.4 ZE a prime or a zoom lens?
It is a prime lens with a fixed 35mm focal length. Primes usually open wider than zooms; this one opens to f/1.4.
What is the Zeiss Distagon T* 35mm f/1.4 ZE equivalent on a crop sensor?
On APS-C (1.6x crop) it frames like 56mm on full frame, with a 35.6° horizontal and 42.2° diagonal field of view. These figures are calculated from the focal length and crop factor.
Which cameras does the Zeiss Distagon T* 35mm f/1.4 ZE fit?
Any Canon EF-mount camera, including Canon EOS 1D X, Canon EOS 5D, Canon EOS 5D Mark II, Canon EOS 5D Mark III, and Canon EOS 5D Mark IV and 7 more.
Alternatives for Canon EF from other brands
All Canon EF lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
