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Zeiss Batis 135mm f/2.8 Lens Image Thread

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p.6 #1 · p.6 #1 · Zeiss Batis 135mm f/2.8 Lens Image Thread

I've just purchased the Batis 135/2.8 lens again! I missed it too much.

Feb 12, 2024 at 11:08 PM

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p.6 #2 · p.6 #2 · Zeiss Batis 135mm f/2.8 Lens Image Thread

Fred Miranda wrote:
I've just purchased the Batis 135/2.8 lens again! I missed it too much.

I can understand that well. The B135 is a real gem that has truly surprised me.

Feb 13, 2024 at 11:37 AM

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p.6 #3 · p.6 #3 · Zeiss Batis 135mm f/2.8 Lens Image Thread

Fred Miranda wrote:
I've just purchased the Batis 135/2.8 lens again! I missed it too much.

Great news! Can you elaborate on what exactly was it that you missed? Predominately convenient size and weight? Contrast?

And: What will you mainly use it for?

Feb 13, 2024 at 11:41 AM

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p.6 #4 · p.6 #4 · Zeiss Batis 135mm f/2.8 Lens Image Thread

Fred Miranda wrote:
What?? I started an image thread for the Batis 135/2.8 because we didn't have one. I've used it since it was announced.

Yes, I just got the 135/1.8 GM and that's why I sold the Batis.

Oh, I just found out that you also have/had(?) the 135 GM. May I ask whether you will keep the GM as well? Interesting move!

Feb 13, 2024 at 11:45 AM

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p.6 #5 · p.6 #5 · Zeiss Batis 135mm f/2.8 Lens Image Thread

When I look through some of the images captured with this lens, it strikes me as an all-around 135mm lens with autofocus. Essentially, it's flawless in terms of resolution, contrast, and aberration control, yet it still manages to remain fairly compact and light. This lens could be my go-to telephoto solution, as I could use it for everything, including sports in good light and portraits with some post-processing to dial down some of that perfection.

Feb 13, 2024 at 12:12 PM

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p.6 #6 · p.6 #6 · Zeiss Batis 135mm f/2.8 Lens Image Thread

Fred Miranda wrote:
Essentially, it's flawless in terms of resolution, contrast, and aberration control, yet it still manages to remain fairly compact and light.

And it has OSS! It's been somewhat overshadowed by new shiny objects, but it really is a marvel of a lens.

Feb 13, 2024 at 01:17 PM

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p.6 #7 · p.6 #7 · Zeiss Batis 135mm f/2.8 Lens Image Thread

Fred Miranda wrote:
I've just purchased the Batis 135/2.8 lens again! I missed it too much.

How's the sample variation of this Batis?
(or did you simply repurchase what you sold?

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Feb 16, 2024 at 08:33 AM

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p.6 #8 · p.6 #8 · Zeiss Batis 135mm f/2.8 Lens Image Thread

mojoh wrote:
How's the sample variation of this Batis?
(or did you simply repurchase what you sold?

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I will get it today but my experience is great in regards to copy variation. I believe I tried at least 3 copies and they performed similarly and were all centered.

Feb 16, 2024 at 10:53 AM

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p.6 #9 · p.6 #9 · Zeiss Batis 135mm f/2.8 Lens Image Thread

I just received the Batis 135/2.8 and took it for a walk around the neighborhood today. Honestly, I regret selling it in the first place. I adore its ability to control color aberration and its high contrast, along with its pleasing rendering. The lens is so well corrected that it has a character of its own!

Focusing is so quiet and the lens' image stabilization helps a lot. I've forgotten how light it was even with the hood.

Here are a few images from my walk today:

ILCE-7RM2 ZEISS Batis 2.8/135 lens 135mm f/2.8 1/1600s 100 ISO -0.7 EV

ILCE-7RM2 ZEISS Batis 2.8/135 lens 135mm f/2.8 1/2500s 100 ISO +0.3 EV

ILCE-7RM2 ZEISS Batis 2.8/135 lens 135mm f/2.8 1/500s 100 ISO -0.3 EV

ILCE-7RM2 ZEISS Batis 2.8/135 lens 135mm f/2.8 1/800s 100 ISO -0.7 EV

ILCE-7RM2 ZEISS Batis 2.8/135 lens 135mm f/2.8 1/800s 100 ISO -0.7 EV

ILCE-7RM2 ZEISS Batis 2.8/135 lens 135mm f/2.8 1/640s 100 ISO -0.7 EV

ILCE-7RM2 ZEISS Batis 2.8/135 lens 135mm f/2.8 1/2000s 100 ISO -0.7 EV

ILCE-7RM2 ZEISS Batis 2.8/135 lens 135mm f/2.8 1/1600s 100 ISO -0.7 EV

ILCE-7RM2 ZEISS Batis 2.8/135 lens 135mm f/2.8 1/1000s 100 ISO -0.7 EV

Feb 16, 2024 at 05:28 PM

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p.6 #10 · p.6 #10 · Zeiss Batis 135mm f/2.8 Lens Image Thread

Fred Miranda wrote:
I just received the Batis 135/2.8 and took it for a walk around the neighborhood today. Honestly, I regret selling it in the first place. I adore its ability to control color aberration and its high contrast, along with its pleasing rendering. The lens is so well corrected that it has a character of its own!

Focusing is so quiet and the lens' image stabilization helps a lot. I've forgotten how light it was even with the hood.

Here are a few images from my walk today:

Good showing! Welcome back. Of the Zeiss Batis, the Batis 135 is IMO, crème de la crème.

Feb 16, 2024 at 05:52 PM

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p.6 #11 · p.6 #11 · Zeiss Batis 135mm f/2.8 Lens Image Thread

@Schwarzlicht have also fantastic photographs in batis thread using also the 135 and the 40

Feb 19, 2024 at 11:41 AM

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p.6 #12 · p.6 #12 · Zeiss Batis 135mm f/2.8 Lens Image Thread

The re-emergence of this thread made me remember how much I like this lens. I'll have to bust it out again soon...

ILCE-1 ZEISS Batis 2.8/135 lens 135mm f/5.6 1/1000s 100 ISO -1.0 EV

ILCE-7RM4 ZEISS Batis 2.8/135 lens 135mm f/2.8 1/6400s 100 ISO 0.0 EV

ILCE-7RM4 ZEISS Batis 2.8/135 lens 135mm f/4.0 1/500s 125 ISO 0.0 EV

Feb 19, 2024 at 01:14 PM

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p.6 #13 · p.6 #13 · Zeiss Batis 135mm f/2.8 Lens Image Thread

DSC01824 by stm geist, auf Flickr

Edited on Feb 24, 2024 at 06:03 PM · View previous versions

Feb 24, 2024 at 10:56 AM

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p.6 #14 · p.6 #14 · Zeiss Batis 135mm f/2.8 Lens Image Thread

sjberg444 wrote:
The re-emergence of this thread made me remember how much I like this lens. I'll have to bust it out again soon...

Great series! Absolutely love the last image.

Feb 24, 2024 at 02:18 PM

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p.6 #15 · p.6 #15 · Zeiss Batis 135mm f/2.8 Lens Image Thread

Fred, you bought mine years ago. I have bought and sold this lens a coupe times since then, and just bought one back again few days ago after I saw this tread!

Feb 24, 2024 at 03:03 PM

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p.6 #16 · p.6 #16 · Zeiss Batis 135mm f/2.8 Lens Image Thread

sjberg444 wrote:
The re-emergence of this thread made me remember how much I like this lens. I'll have to bust it out again soon...

Yes, absolutely stunning pictures! Thanks for sharing.

I'm rediscovering my BATIS 135 as well.

Best Friends by Stefan Sipl, auf Flickr

Feb 24, 2024 at 03:39 PM

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p.6 #17 · p.6 #17 · Zeiss Batis 135mm f/2.8 Lens Image Thread

OK, I'm officially looking for one. You all have convinced me. Excellent photos in this thread.

Joe

Feb 24, 2024 at 04:48 PM

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p.6 #18 · p.6 #18 · Zeiss Batis 135mm f/2.8 Lens Image Thread

f2.8

DSC02906 by stm geist, auf Flickr

Feb 24, 2024 at 06:06 PM

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p.6 #19 · p.6 #19 · Zeiss Batis 135mm f/2.8 Lens Image Thread

eBay has few if you’re inclined to pick one up quickly. 😊

Joe Colson wrote:
OK, I'm officially looking for one. You all have convinced me. Excellent photos in this thread.

Joe

Feb 24, 2024 at 07:01 PM

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p.6 #20 · p.6 #20 · Zeiss Batis 135mm f/2.8 Lens Image Thread

Took mine out again yesterday for a morning walk with my wife and our dog...

ILCE-7RM4 ZEISS Batis 2.8/135 lens 135mm f/2.8 1/2500s 1000 ISO -0.7 EV

ILCE-7RM4 ZEISS Batis 2.8/135 lens 135mm f/2.8 1/1600s 200 ISO -0.7 EV

ILCE-7RM4 ZEISS Batis 2.8/135 lens 135mm f/2.8 1/1600s 640 ISO -0.7 EV

ILCE-7RM4 ZEISS Batis 2.8/135 lens 135mm f/2.8 1/1600s 500 ISO -0.7 EV

ILCE-7RM4 ZEISS Batis 2.8/135 lens 135mm f/2.8 1/1600s 160 ISO -0.7 EV

ILCE-7RM4 ZEISS Batis 2.8/135 lens 135mm f/2.8 1/1600s 400 ISO -0.7 EV

Feb 26, 2024 at 08:25 PM

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