stephengv Posted November 27, 2015 Share #21 Posted November 27, 2015 Advertisement (gone after registration) is the I sold my ZM85/4 for a second hand Leica 90/4 Macro ( without the macro bits ) The new cost of the Leica 90 Macro is scandalous for a simple 4 element lens, which is why first went for the Zeiss. I was happy with the performance of the Zeiss, but I perceived the smaller size of the Leica 90/4 would be beneficial, so when a used one was offered at a good price, I traded up. I certainly have been carrying it far more often than the Zeiss. The 28/2.8, 50/2.8 and 90/4 have worked out well for me as a compact travel set. Is the F/4 limiting? 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted November 27, 2015 Posted November 27, 2015 Hi stephengv, Take a look here Zeiss 85mm f/4 Tele-Tessar T* ZM, whose got one? . I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
scsambrook Posted November 27, 2015 Share #22 Posted November 27, 2015 Is the F/4 limiting? Yes, especially for if you want to take photos in low light conditions or isolate subjects by using extremely shallow depth of field. And it could be a problem if you shoot film and use ISO 50 emulsions in dull weather or towards dusk. But otherwise, f4 imposes few limitations on the photographer using a digital camera.. Remember also that if it did turn out to restrict your photography, you can always sell the lens and replace it with something more appropriate to your needs. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephengv Posted November 28, 2015 Share #23 Posted November 28, 2015 I plan to predominantly use it in my M240 and occasionally in my M6. Likewise, I want to sue it as a portrait lens and landscape travel lens. Just thinking of getting the Summarit 90mm 2.4 instead. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephengv Posted September 8, 2016 Share #24 Posted September 8, 2016 Still undecided whether to get the 85mm Tessar Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
edwardkaraa Posted September 8, 2016 Share #25 Posted September 8, 2016 F/4 is limiting for low light shooting but not for background separation in portraits, in my experience. The M240 has a good high ISO performance so it wouldn't be too bad. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephengv Posted September 9, 2016 Share #26 Posted September 9, 2016 F/4 is limiting for low light shooting but not for background separation in portraits, in my experience. The M240 has a good high ISO performance so it wouldn't be too bad. Do you have samples? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
edwardkaraa Posted September 9, 2016 Share #27 Posted September 9, 2016 Advertisement (gone after registration) Do you have samples? I will find you some tonight. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
edwardkaraa Posted September 9, 2016 Share #28 Posted September 9, 2016 This one is wide open at MFD Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 7 Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/230387-zeiss-85mm-f4-tele-tessar-t-zm-whose-got-one/?do=findComment&comment=3109356'>More sharing options...
edwardkaraa Posted September 9, 2016 Share #29 Posted September 9, 2016 This is also wide open but more further away: Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 4 Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/230387-zeiss-85mm-f4-tele-tessar-t-zm-whose-got-one/?do=findComment&comment=3109357'>More sharing options...
stephengv Posted September 10, 2016 Share #30 Posted September 10, 2016 This one is wide open at MFD Great shots! Thank you for sharing. is there a substantial difference between the 90mm frame line and the 85mm Focal length? 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
edwardkaraa Posted September 10, 2016 Share #31 Posted September 10, 2016 Great shots! Thank you for sharing. is there a substantial difference between the 90mm frame line and the 85mm Focal length? Thank you! On my M9 there was a visible somewhat annoying difference because the framelines were calibrated at 1 meter. But you learn quickly to frame a bit tightly. On the M240 no problem. The difference is minimal. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CharlesL Posted September 12, 2016 Share #32 Posted September 12, 2016 On a Fuji X-Pro 1 at f/5.6. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 1 Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/230387-zeiss-85mm-f4-tele-tessar-t-zm-whose-got-one/?do=findComment&comment=3110770'>More sharing options...
stephengv Posted September 13, 2016 Share #33 Posted September 13, 2016 Thanks for the help. I might get one. By the way, do I really need the Lens hood? in other words, is it necessary? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
edwardkaraa Posted September 13, 2016 Share #34 Posted September 13, 2016 Zeiss lenses are famous for their T* coatings. They are next to impossible to flare. I have hoods for all my ZM lenses but never use them. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephengv Posted September 13, 2016 Share #35 Posted September 13, 2016 Thank you for the help. I'm just a bit hesitant right now to plunge in haha. Wondering if I really need the 85mm Focal Length for general travel photography. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephengv Posted October 9, 2016 Share #36 Posted October 9, 2016 Thank you for all the advice. I took the plunge, I ordered one. It might arrive in a week or two weeks time. Just a follow up, what lens profile do you use with this lens? thank you. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
james.liam Posted October 9, 2016 Share #37 Posted October 9, 2016 Zeiss lenses are famous for their T* coatings. They are next to impossible to flare. I have hoods for all my ZM lenses but never use them. Without doubt, the 35C seems near-impervious but even the large-diameter front element lenses, like the 2/85 and 1,4/35? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
edwardkaraa Posted October 9, 2016 Share #38 Posted October 9, 2016 Without doubt, the 35C seems near-impervious but even the large-diameter front element lenses, like the 2/85 and 1,4/35? The only exception is the 85/2, it really flares easily. But that seems to be a conscious decision by the Zeiss engineers who wanted the lens to have a classic look wide open. I haven't used any other Zeiss that flares, and I did own/try practically all of them Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
edwardkaraa Posted October 9, 2016 Share #39 Posted October 9, 2016 Thank you for all the advice. I took the plunge, I ordered one. It might arrive in a week or two weeks time. Just a follow up, what lens profile do you use with this lens? thank you.. None is needed. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mahesh Posted October 11, 2016 Share #40 Posted October 11, 2016 I sold my ZM85/4 for a second hand Leica 90/4 Macro ( without the macro bits ) The new cost of the Leica 90 Macro is scandalous for a simple 4 element lens, which is why first went for the Zeiss. I was happy with the performance of the Zeiss, but I perceived the smaller size of the Leica 90/4 would be beneficial, so when a used one was offered at a good price, I traded up. I certainly have been carrying it far more often than the Zeiss. The 28/2.8, 50/2.8 and 90/4 have worked out well for me as a compact travel set. but could you comment on the IQ difference, separation etc? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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