Lens · prime
Carl Zeiss Sonnar 150mm f/4 CF
Carl Zeiss · from 1982
Discontinuedmedium-format
Carl Zeiss Sonnar 150mm f/4 CF: 5 elements in 3 groups, 1.4m minimum focus, Hasselblad series 60 bayonet filters, 785g.
- Focal length
- 150mm
- Max aperture
- f/4
- Mount
- Hasselblad V
- Format
- medium-format
- Elements / groups
- 5 / 3
Known for
- Portraits
- Fashion
- Headshots
- Beauty photography
Considerations
- Manual focus only
- Heavy for handheld (785g)
Optical characteristics
Silverlog's editorial rating: our own judgement, not measured data.
Sharpness (wide)5, level 5 of 5
Sharpness (stopped)5, level 5 of 5
Contrast5, level 5 of 5
Flare resistance5, level 5 of 5
CA control4, level 4 of 5
Vignetting control5, level 5 of 5
Distortion control5, level 5 of 5
Bokeh: Smooth and buttery
Rendering: Classic Sonnar 3D pop
Colour: Neutral with beautiful skin tones
Silverlog's editorial rating, 1 to 5; five is best. Not lab-measured.
Common issues
- Leaf shutter wear or timing drift
- Aperture and helicoid stiffness
- Haze or fungus in elements
Buying guide
Test the leaf shutter at all speeds and listen for hesitation. Check the glass for haze or fungus and the focusing for smoothness.
Specifications
| Mount | Hasselblad V |
| Focal Length | 150mm |
| Max Aperture | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | f/32 |
| Min Focus | 1.4m |
| Filter Size | 60mm |
| Weight | 785g |
Optical design
| Formula | Sonnar |
| Elements | 5 |
| Groups | 3 |
| Coating | Zeiss T* |
Pricing
- Typical used price (US market)
- $400 - $700
- Mint
- ~$850
Indicative, no dated source.