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Carl Zeiss Planar 100mm f/3.5 CF
Carl Zeiss · 1982-2013
The Carl Zeiss Planar 100mm f/3.5 CF is the short portrait lens for Hasselblad, roughly equivalent to 60mm on 35mm format. Shares the same excellent Planar design as the 80mm but with slightly longer reach. Perfect for tight head-and-shoulders portraits.
Known for
- Portraits
- Studio work
- Details
- Product photography
Considerations
- Only one stop faster than 80mm f/2.8
- Slight overlap with standard
Optical Characteristics
Sharpness (wide)5/5
Sharpness (stopped)5/5
Contrast5/5
Flare Resistance4/5
CA Control4/5
Vignetting Control4/5
Distortion Control5/5
Bokeh: Smooth, classic Planar
Rendering: Excellent 3D separation
Color: Neutral Zeiss
Common Issues
- Less common than 80mm, parts harder to find
Buying Guide
Good alternative to the 80mm for portrait work. Check shutter and optics.
Specifications
MountHasselblad V
Focal Length100mm
Max Aperturef/3.5
Min Aperturef/22
Aperture Blades5
Min Focus0.9m
Filter Size60mm
Weight510g
Optical Design
FormulaPlanar
Elements5
Groups5
CoatingZeiss T*
Pricing
£350 - £600
Typical used price
Mint: ~£750
Good value portrait option
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