Mike99999

Thanks for the graph, that's really helpful. Based on this graph, headshots (~40 cm) will be stopped down to f/2.5. Somehow Zeiss excuses this special behavior because it is "close focus". However, ...

That’s what I was thinking. The Batis automatically stopping down to f/2.8 makes it too similar to the ZA 35/2.8.

I've long held back on buying a mid-sized ~35mm for Sony because of the exorbitant prices. However, I have now before me two exceptional offers (both brand new): (1) Sony 35/1.8 $550 (2) ...

Olympus OM-D and its full-frame sibling Sony A7 were the biggest disruption in photography since the switch from analog to digital.

Psssst. IBIS doesn't work on moving subjects.

"GM" is just a brand. I don't think "extreme sharpness" holds true for all GM lenses (I'm doubtful about the 24-70). If sharpness is your only concern, I think you can safely consider the Batis ...

Looks worse than Batis 25/2 and GM 24/1.4.

For my purposes, M43 has been great for shooting in the snow (wildlife, extreme sports). However, as soon as there isn't 100% ideal light, M43 breaks down completely.

The system is sold based on a...

I paid $500 for the ZA when it came out in Tokyo.

It has been my favorite lens ever since, mainly due to its small size and the gorgeous colors (due to coatings maybe?)

It seems all Sony lenses...

Owning a controlling share in Tamron sure does explain why Tamron has so much inside knowledge + why the line ups are coordinated so well.

Nevertheless, Sony is also providing protocol information...

Based on your stats, I would also consider the opposite for superior IQ: (1) Tamron 28-75 on the A7 III (2) Tamron 70-180 on the A6500

Zoom lenses are for amateurs. Pros shoot primes. Canon 200L empties its bladder all over this "zoom".

I've owned the ZA 55/1.8 since the start. It's a stunning lens, but the extreme LoCA can be a problem at times. The bokeh tends to get onion rings as well... I've also owned the Loxia 50/2 since ...

The FE 90/2.8 is a beast...

The article is not pointless if you are looking for the best landscape camera on the market today.

I suspect someone's feelings were hurt by this article.

Batis has less distortion and a significantly sturdier lens hood. Color rendering is a matter of taste - the FE 28/2 is quite particular. This Batis 40 is still heavily overpriced at the moment. I ...

The problem isn't the f/2.8, the problem is that there already exist good (if not excellent) f/2.8 options in those focal lengths...

You keep pretending that your single anecdotal experience generalizes to everyone -> bias. The 24-70 GM should most definitely not be sharper than the ZA 35/2.8. If you are seeing poor sharpness I ...

Does anyone have a size comparison photo between the new FE 35/1.8 and the Batis 40/2 CF? Both lenses are missing from camerasize.com.

I am an avid 35mm shooter and currently own: (1) Sony Zeiss ZA 35/2.8 (2) Zeiss Loxia 32/2 (3) Sony Zeiss ZA 35/1.4 (4) Olympus 17/1.8