Carl Zeiss 24mm f/1.8 Sonnar E ZA T* Lens Review

Carl Zeiss 24mm f/1.8 Sonnar E ZA T* Other sample images

This lens provides an angle of view equivalent to a 36mm lens used on a 35mm camera | 1/250 sec | f/6.3 | 24.0 mm | ISO 100

This lens provides an angle of view equivalent to a 36mm lens used on a 35mm camera | 1/250 sec | f/6.3 | 24.0 mm | ISO 100
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Accurate focusing inspires confidence when using fast apertures and contrast holds up well when shooting into the light   | 1/640 sec | f/1.8 | 24.0 mm | ISO 100

Accurate focusing inspires confidence when using fast apertures and contrast holds up well when shooting into the light | 1/640 sec | f/1.8 | 24.0 mm | ISO 100
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Closest focus is 16cm  | 1/250 sec | f/2.8 | 24.0 mm | ISO 100

Closest focus is 16cm | 1/250 sec | f/2.8 | 24.0 mm | ISO 100
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Sharpness is outstanding in the centre of the frame and very good towards the edges when stopped down | 1/60 sec | f/6.3 | 24.0 mm | ISO 100

Sharpness is outstanding in the centre of the frame and very good towards the edges when stopped down | 1/60 sec | f/6.3 | 24.0 mm | ISO 100
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1/60 sec | f/8.0 | 24.0 mm | ISO 160

1/60 sec | f/8.0 | 24.0 mm | ISO 160
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1/80 sec | f/2.8 | 24.0 mm | ISO 100

1/80 sec | f/2.8 | 24.0 mm | ISO 100
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1/60 sec | f/5.6 | 24.0 mm | ISO 100

1/60 sec | f/5.6 | 24.0 mm | ISO 100
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1/80 sec | f/3.5 | 24.0 mm | ISO 100

1/80 sec | f/3.5 | 24.0 mm | ISO 100
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Value for money

Although the price may seem steep at around £760, this is justified by the excellent build quality and optical performance. As there are currently no alternatives at this focal length for the Sony NEX system, if you want a 24mm prime, then it has to be this one.

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