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p.56 #1Zeiss Unveils the Loxia 21mm f/2.8
Just got mine yesterday. The colors this lens produces are rich. Thanks for the filter ideas.
Mar 31, 2016 at 07:57 AM
p.56 #3Zeiss Unveils the Loxia 21mm f/2.8
I'm returning my copy. It was too soft even up at F5 .6. Ordered one from B&H.
Apr 01, 2016 at 06:51 AM
p.56 #4Zeiss Unveils the Loxia 21mm f/2.8
digital_AM wrote:
I'm returning my copy. It was too soft even up at F5 .6. Ordered one from B&H.
Bummer
I'm returning my copy. It was too soft even up at F5 .6. Ordered one from B&H.
Bummer
Apr 01, 2016 at 06:53 AM
p.56 #5Zeiss Unveils the Loxia 21mm f/2.8
^ Yes it is. I looked at full res samples here and mine didn't compare. Hope the next one works out.
Apr 01, 2016 at 07:16 AM
p.56 #6Zeiss Unveils the Loxia 21mm f/2.8
I'm on my way back from Scotland where I have been teaching on a photography and meditation retreat at Dhanakosa. My recently returned lens performed superbly in every way. IQ across the frame is just stunning right into the corners and with beautiful rendering when shot wide open with close subjects. I will post some examples over the next few days. This lens in combination with the Loxia 50 and/or the FE 90 macro is all I need for landscape work.
Astro people with bad copies of the lens (mine was decenterd) I think you're better off sending it to Zeiss too be serviced that taking a punt on another level copy.
Astro people with bad copies of the lens (mine was decenterd) I think you're better off sending it to Zeiss too be serviced that taking a punt on another level copy.
Apr 01, 2016 at 11:36 AM
p.56 #7Zeiss Unveils the Loxia 21mm f/2.8
Just got mine today. WOW! I have used C/Z 21 (think I bought it from Guy years ago), 21 ZE, ZF on Canikon as well. The Loxia on my a7rII does not disappoint! So beautifully sharp, all the way to the corners, wow. I'm having a hard time telling if f/5.6 or f/8 is the sweet spot 
I really love the color rendition. Oh and the look/feel is a thing of beauty.
Heading now to get an RMA for the 16-35 f/4 that I bought last week. I just can't see using the 16-35 at all, not when I have the Loxia 21. The 16-36 is good, but comparing the files is almost a laugh. If I need wider, I will just stitch. If I need less wide, I have it covered with my a6300 and 16-70. 21mm has always been my favorite focal length for landscapes anyhow. Damn, I'm happy!
I really love the color rendition. Oh and the look/feel is a thing of beauty.Heading now to get an RMA for the 16-35 f/4 that I bought last week. I just can't see using the 16-35 at all, not when I have the Loxia 21. The 16-36 is good, but comparing the files is almost a laugh. If I need wider, I will just stitch. If I need less wide, I have it covered with my a6300 and 16-70. 21mm has always been my favorite focal length for landscapes anyhow. Damn, I'm happy!
Apr 01, 2016 at 04:01 PM
p.56 #8Zeiss Unveils the Loxia 21mm f/2.8
Andy, that's awesome you got a sharp copy. Can I ask you favor? Do you mind posting a link to some of your high res samples?
Apr 01, 2016 at 04:24 PM
p.56 #9Zeiss Unveils the Loxia 21mm f/2.8
Not Andy, but here's a recent shot I took.
a7R II / Loxia 21 @ f/8
Full Size
-Tim
a7R II / Loxia 21 @ f/8
Full Size
-Tim
Apr 01, 2016 at 04:30 PM
p.56 #10Zeiss Unveils the Loxia 21mm f/2.8
Just picked up the 21, along with its siblings 35 and 50. OK, so when I'm done fawning over them, I'll give them a spin this evening on the A7ii!! Until then, a little gear candy....
Apr 01, 2016 at 05:57 PM
p.56 #11Zeiss Unveils the Loxia 21mm f/2.8
Thanks Tim. Looking sharp.
tsdevine wrote:
Not Andy, but here's a recent shot I took.
a7R II / Loxia 21 @ f/8
http://www.devine.photography/img/s12/v170/p2128521095-6.jpg
Full Size
-Tim
tsdevine wrote:
Not Andy, but here's a recent shot I took.
a7R II / Loxia 21 @ f/8
http://www.devine.photography/img/s12/v170/p2128521095-6.jpg
Full Size
-Tim
Apr 01, 2016 at 06:24 PM
p.56 #12Zeiss Unveils the Loxia 21mm f/2.8
gilgabo wrote:
Just picked up the 21, along with its siblings 35 and 50. OK, so when I'm done fawning over them, I'll give them a spin this evening on the A7ii!! Until then, a little gear candy....
Wow, I'm drooling over these shots
I love the handling and user experience of my new L21 so much, I just put up an ad to swap my FE55 for the L50.
Apr 01, 2016 at 06:25 PM
p.56 #13Zeiss Unveils the Loxia 21mm f/2.8
Hi all, new here. I just got my loxia 21mm and I love it so much that now I want to get the 35mm loxia. I have a Zeiss Distagon 35mm F2 (Nikon mount), though it is rather large once adapted and i don't get any EXIF data. Does anybody know how it compares to that lens? I don't know if the Loxia 35mm is worth the price for it's performance or not.
Apr 01, 2016 at 07:08 PM
p.56 #14Zeiss Unveils the Loxia 21mm f/2.8
digital_AM wrote:
Andy, that's awesome you got a sharp copy. Can I ask you favor? Do you mind posting a link to some of your high res samples?
Here's you go! (40mb original size jpg from raw)
a7rII, Loxia 21mm at f/8, 1/250th sec, ISO 100, tripod, 2sec timer, remote. Focus was simply turned to infinity.
Andy, that's awesome you got a sharp copy. Can I ask you favor? Do you mind posting a link to some of your high res samples?
Here's you go! (40mb original size jpg from raw)
a7rII, Loxia 21mm at f/8, 1/250th sec, ISO 100, tripod, 2sec timer, remote. Focus was simply turned to infinity.
Apr 01, 2016 at 08:14 PM
p.56 #15Zeiss Unveils the Loxia 21mm f/2.8
Andy wrote:
Here's you go! (40mb original size jpg from raw)
a7rII, Loxia 21mm at f/8, 1/250th sec, ISO 100, tripod, 2sec timer, remote. Focus was simply turned to infinity.
Whoah, that's a sharp copy you got Andy! Thank you for sharing.
digital_AM wrote
Andy, that's awesome you got a sharp copy. Can I ask you favor? Do you mind posting a link to some of your high res samples?a7rII, Loxia 21mm at f/8, 1/250th sec, ISO 100, tripod, 2sec timer, remote. Focus was simply turned to infinity.
Whoah, that's a sharp copy you got Andy! Thank you for sharing.
Apr 01, 2016 at 08:51 PM
p.56 #16Zeiss Unveils the Loxia 21mm f/2.8
Comparison to the new Sigma. A lot closer than you think...
http://blog.mingthein.com/2015/11/23/sigma-20-art-vs-zeiss-21-loxia/
http://blog.mingthein.com/2015/11/23/sigma-20-art-vs-zeiss-21-loxia/
Apr 02, 2016 at 02:12 PM
p.56 #17Zeiss Unveils the Loxia 21mm f/2.8
mard22 wrote:
Hi all, new here. I just got my loxia 21mm and I love it so much that now I want to get the 35mm loxia. I have a Zeiss Distagon 35mm F2 (Nikon mount), though it is rather large once adapted and i don't get any EXIF data. Does anybody know how it compares to that lens? I don't know if the Loxia 35mm is worth the price for it's performance or not.
You'll love the 35 too! I now mainly keep the 35 on, and keep the 21/50 in the bag for when I need wide or tighter composition with more subject separation.
Hi all, new here. I just got my loxia 21mm and I love it so much that now I want to get the 35mm loxia. I have a Zeiss Distagon 35mm F2 (Nikon mount), though it is rather large once adapted and i don't get any EXIF data. Does anybody know how it compares to that lens? I don't know if the Loxia 35mm is worth the price for it's performance or not.
You'll love the 35 too! I now mainly keep the 35 on, and keep the 21/50 in the bag for when I need wide or tighter composition with more subject separation.
Apr 03, 2016 at 01:17 AM
p.56 #18Zeiss Unveils the Loxia 21mm f/2.8
Andrew Gough wrote:
Comparison to the new Sigma. A lot closer than you think...
http://blog.mingthein.com/2015/11/23/sigma-20-art-vs-zeiss-21-loxia/
Not in size though
Comparison to the new Sigma. A lot closer than you think...
http://blog.mingthein.com/2015/11/23/sigma-20-art-vs-zeiss-21-loxia/
Not in size though
Apr 03, 2016 at 08:59 AM
p.56 #19Zeiss Unveils the Loxia 21mm f/2.8
My Loxia developed a strange issue. The focus ring clearly has more resistance and the sound changed, it's like something made its way inside and is preventing the ring to turn smoothly. Not sure what my next step in this situation will be, as I really need the lens for work right now.
Apr 04, 2016 at 07:13 AM
p.56 #20Zeiss Unveils the Loxia 21mm f/2.8
Fred Miranda wrote:
I do use the Seven system with the Loxia 21/2.8. I have the Seven's big stopper, little stopper and a 3-stop.
The polarizer may vignette. I wish Lee would offer a square glass polarizer for the Seven.
I tested my Loxia 21 withe the Lee Seven polarizer and the vignetting was not an issue for me.
Alexluu627 wrote
Hi guys! I just picked up a Loxia 21mm f2.8 and so far absolutely love it! I was wondering if you guys use the Lee Filter Seven system with this lens. I am in the transition of getting rid of all my big lenses and start using smaller lenses like the Loxia.The polarizer may vignette. I wish Lee would offer a square glass polarizer for the Seven.
I tested my Loxia 21 withe the Lee Seven polarizer and the vignetting was not an issue for me.
Apr 04, 2016 at 10:18 AM