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Carl Zeiss Planar 110mm f/2 FE

Carl Zeiss · 1999-2013

The Carl Zeiss Planar 110mm f/2 FE is the fastest lens ever made for the Hasselblad V system. The extra stop over the 100mm f/3.5 creates dramatically shallower depth of field. Prized for its creamy bokeh and excellent portrait rendering.

Known for

  • Portraits
  • Fashion
  • Wedding
  • Low light

Considerations

  • Heavy
  • Expensive
  • FE version requires 200 series bodies

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
5/5

Bokeh: Legendary, creamy

Rendering: Dream-like at f/2

Color: Excellent skin tones

Common Issues

  • Complex electronics, repair can be expensive

Buying Guide

Most expensive Hasselblad portrait lens. Test electronics thoroughly.

Specifications

MountHasselblad V
Focal Length110mm
Max Aperturef/2
Min Aperturef/22
Aperture Blades6
Min Focus0.9m
Filter Size77mm
Weight1140g

Optical Design

FormulaPlanar
Elements8
Groups6
CoatingZeiss T*

Pricing

£1800 - £3000

Typical used price

Mint: ~£3500

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