Zeiss's manual-focus Makro-Planar 50mm for Nikon F — f/2 with close-focus macro capability and weather sealing.
The Zeiss Milvus 50mm f/2M ZF.2 is a manual-focus standard prime for Nikon F-mount from Zeiss's Milvus line. The 'M' suffix indicates macro capability — close focus to 24cm with 1:2 half-macro magnification. Weather-sealed Milvus construction.
Optically excellent — based on the Makro-Planar formula delivering outstanding sharpness at both macro and normal distances. T* coating for flare control. The 1:2 macro capability adds versatility over non-macro 50mm primes. Smooth precision focus helicoid.
Nikon F mount with electronic contacts for EXIF and metering. 67mm filter thread. Approximately 640g. Weather-sealed — first for Zeiss SLR lenses (Milvus line). De-clickable aperture for video. Minimum focus distance 24cm at 1:2 macro.
Available used at professional prices. The Milvus line was Zeiss's final DSLR range. The macro capability and weather sealing set it apart from the Classic Planar 50mm f/2. For Nikon F-mount users wanting Zeiss macro quality with manual focus precision.