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Carl Zeiss Distagon 30mm f/3.5 CF Fisheye

Carl Zeiss · 1982-2006

The Zeiss Distagon 30mm f/3.5 CF is a full-frame fisheye for Hasselblad providing 180° diagonal coverage. Built-in filter turret with clear, orange, and yellow filters. Unique perspective for creative and architectural work.

Known for

  • Creative photography
  • Interiors
  • Architecture
  • Extreme wide

Considerations

  • Extreme distortion
  • Specialized use
  • No external filters

Optical Characteristics

Sharpness (wide)
4/5
Sharpness (stopped)
5/5
Contrast
5/5
Flare Resistance
4/5
CA Control
4/5
Vignetting Control
3/5
Distortion Control
1/5

Bokeh: Fisheye character

Rendering: 180° diagonal coverage

Color: Neutral

Common Issues

  • Filter turret can jam

Buying Guide

Check filter turret mechanism. Specialized but effective.

Specifications

MountHasselblad V
Focal Length30mm
Max Aperturef/3.5
Min Aperturef/22
Aperture Blades5
Min Focus0.3m
Weight1120g

Optical Design

FormulaDistagon
Elements9
Groups8
CoatingZeiss T*

Pricing

£800 - £1400

Typical used price

Mint: ~£1700

Fisheye for creative work

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