Zeiss's macro portrait — the Makro-Planar 100mm f/2 for Nikon with outstanding rendering.
The Zeiss Makro-Planar T* 100mm f/2 ZF.2 for Nikon F is a premium macro portrait prime combining macro capability with a fast f/2 aperture. The Makro-Planar designation indicates Zeiss's macro-optimised Planar design. The fast f/2 is unusual for a macro — providing extraordinary portrait bokeh. Manual focus with electronic aperture on Nikon.
Outstanding Zeiss quality — the Makro-Planar at f/2 provides extraordinary rendering for both macro and portraits. Sharpness is excellent. The T* coating ensures superb contrast. The f/2 speed at 100mm creates bokeh that dedicated portrait lenses envy. 1:2 macro magnification. The rendering quality is in a class of its own for this dual-purpose specification.
Nikon F mount (ZF.2) with electronic aperture. Filter thread 67mm. Weight approximately 680 grams. Build quality outstanding Zeiss with metal construction. Manual focus only. The f/2 macro combination is unique — no other macro offers f/2 speed with this level of optical quality. A reference-class dual-purpose macro and portrait lens.
Available at moderate Zeiss prices. Check smooth focus and clean T* elements. One of the finest dual-purpose macro/portrait lenses ever made. The f/2 speed at 100mm macro is a unique specification. Zeiss rendering quality. The ZF.2 electronic aperture adds Nikon convenience. An outstanding lens for photographers who value optical excellence.