Zeiss Milvus 2.8/18 ZE-Mount, Canon

Excellent image results even in difficult lighting situations

All lenses are coated with T*® anti-reflective coating from ZEISS. Optimised stray light reduction is achieved through a combination of finely tuned measures. In addition to the ZEISS T* coating, all lens edges are painstakingly finished by hand with a special deep black coating. Light traps in mechanical components and specially calculated surfaces are integrated to prevent reflections from occurring in the first place. Each focal length is characterised by an individual optical design with partial use of special types of glass with anomalous partial dispersion. This extremely minimises the tendency for colour fringing on high-contrast subject edges.

Future-proof for high-resolution camera systems

Due to their high imaging performance, the ZEISS Milvus lenses are specially designed to meet the requirements of current and future high-performance digital cameras. High-contrast images are possible even with increasing dynamic ranges of the sensors (HDR) thanks to the low stray light level in the lens. The minimisation of aberrations such as coma, astigmatism and spherical aberrations enables a consistently high resolution across the entire image field. The optics have the potential to get the best out of even high-resolution systems. No matter what the future holds - with the Milvus lenses from ZEISS, you are ideally equipped.

Creative photography and videography through precise, manual focussing

Manually operating a lens means gently and precisely controlling the image result from your fingertips and thus consciously shaping it. Ergonomics is everything. The ZEISS Milvus lenses impress with their large angle of rotation, which enables perfect focussing to the point. The high-quality focussing mechanism is smooth-running and has no play: this supports creative play with the focal plane of fast fixed focal lengths. Changes are immediately visible in the viewfinder or display. The engraving in metres and feet as well as the depth of field scale offer additional help when focussing manually. The stepless and noiseless aperture adjustment (de-click function with ZF.2 mount), in addition to the long focus travel for these photo lenses, provides the best conditions for videography.

Durable product with protection against environmental influences

Optimised ergonomics ensure the best handling, enabling fatigue-free photography and reducing the risk of camera shake. The all-metal housing turns every grip into a tactile experience. The dynamic, precise housing design sets new standards in the world of photographic lenses. However, the ZEISS Milvus lenses not only impress with their outstanding look and feel, but also with their inner values. Special seals to protect against dust and splash water expand the creative possibilities in various shooting areas - guaranteeing reliable function even under difficult conditions.

Stable imaging performance over the entire focussing range

Modern camera systems with high-resolution digital image sensors demand more and more performance from lenses. The floating elements design enables consistently high imaging performance in the focal plane - from the closest focusing distance to infinity. This is achieved by changing the axial distance between individual lenses or lens groups. The adjustment of the lens distance is linked to the distance setting so that the correct correction is always achieved. The mechanical structure of the ZEISS Milvus lenses is very complex and the processing must be particularly precise - both of which are ZEISS' specialities.