Some Russian websites report that the new Zenitar 50mm f/0.95 manual focus full-frame lens from Zenit will be announced on March 15th. The new lens will be produced in the Krasnogorsky plant by Shvabe Holding. Here is some additional information (updated):
- The lens has 9 elements in 8 groups
- The angle of view in full frame is 46°
- Minimum focusing distance: 70cm
- Filter diameter: 72mm
- Multi-layer coating
- Weight: 900 g
- 14 aperture diaphragms
- Double row of L-shaped aperture blades
- The lens has been in development since 2015
- The price is rumored to be around $500
- Mount: Sony E (other mounts could follow)
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Zenit has several other lenses and of course the new Zenit M camera:
