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Carl Zeiss Distagon 50mm f/4 CF
Carl Zeiss · 1982-2013
The Carl Zeiss Distagon 50mm f/4 CF is the moderate wide angle for Hasselblad, equivalent to about 28mm on 35mm format. The retrofocus Distagon design allows for proper spacing from film plane while delivering excellent edge-to-edge sharpness. Perfect for landscapes and environmental portraits.
Known for
- Landscapes
- Architecture
- Environmental portraits
- Interiors
Considerations
- Moderate vignetting wide open
- No built-in hood
Optical Characteristics
Sharpness (wide)4/5
Sharpness (stopped)5/5
Contrast5/5
Flare Resistance4/5
CA Control4/5
Vignetting Control3/5
Distortion Control4/5
Bokeh: Pleasant, naturalistic
Rendering: Wide angle with medium format depth
Color: Zeiss neutral
Common Issues
- Shutter wear on older examples
Buying Guide
Check shutter timing and look for clean optics. Later production runs had improved QC.
Specifications
MountHasselblad V
Focal Length50mm
Max Aperturef/4
Min Aperturef/22
Aperture Blades5
Min Focus0.5m
Filter Size60mm
Weight680g
Optical Design
FormulaDistagon
Elements8
Groups7
CoatingZeiss T*
SpecialFloating element
Pricing
£500 - £900
Typical used price
Mint: ~£1100
Popular landscape lens
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