First showcased at Photokina 2012, the Carl ZeissTouit 2.8/12 is an 18mm equivalent ultra-wide angle lens for Sony NEX and Fujifilm X-series compact system cameras. Offering a 99°angle of view, the Carl Zeiss Touit 2.8/12 has an optical formula comprising 11 elements in 8 groups and a filter thread with a diameter of 67mm. Capable of focusing down to 18cm, the smallest area the Carl Zeiss Touit 2.8/12 can capture is 220x144mm. The main difference between the Sony and Fuji versions is that the latter features a traditional aperture ring. Availability and pricing details have yet to be communicated.

Zeiss Press Release

Touit 2.8/12

As far as the eye can see

With an angle of view of 99 degrees, the Touit 2.8/12 wide-angle lens will soon become a firm favourite, particularly for landscapes and architectural photography. Its unique T* multicoating guarantees maximum transmission and outstanding absorption of extraneous light. The result: breathtaking image quality from edge to edge and corner to corner of the entire image field. What’s more, all moving parts of the Touit 2.8/12, conceived specifically for Sony NEX and Fujifilm X Series cameras, are engineered for extreme precision and a long working life. And finally, its strong and rigid metal bayonet mount makes it an absolutely dependable companion for many years to come.

Technical specifications:

Focal length 12 mm
Aperture range f/2.8 – f/22
Focusing range 0,18 m (0.59 ft) – ∞
Number of elements/groups 11/8
Angular field, diag./horiz./vert. 99° / 89° / 66°
Coverage at close range 220 x 144 mm (8.66 x 5.67″)
Filter thread M67 x 0,75
Dimensions (with caps) E: 81 mm (3.19″), X: 86 mm (3.39″)
Diameter of focusing ring E, X: 65 mm (2.56″)
Weight E: 260 g (0.57 lbs), X: 270 g (0.60 lbs)
Camera mounts E-Mount, X-Mount

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