Zeiss Otus 100mm f/1.4 Review

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Main Rivals

Listed below are some of the rivals of the Zeiss Otus 100mm f/1.4.

Canon EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM

The Canon EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM is a brand new short telephoto prime lens for full-frame DSLR cameras. Retailing for £1569 / $1599, read our in-depth Canon EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM review to find out if this is the best 85mm lens for Canon users.

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 105mm f/1.4E ED

The AF-S Nikkor 105mm f/1.4E ED from Nikon is a short telephoto prime lens for full-frame FX DSLR cameras. The 105mm f/1.4 features 14 optical elements in 9 groups and a Silent Wave Motor which provides smooth and fast autofocus with full-time manual focus override. Retailing for £2,049.99 / $2,199.95, read our Nikon AF-S Nikkor 105mm f/1.4E ED review to find out if it's worth the substantial investment.

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 85mm f/1.8G

The AF-S Nikkor 85mm f/1.8G is a fast mid-range telephoto prime lens for Nikon full-frame DSLRs. With a maximum aperture of f/1.8 and an iris diaphragm with seven rounded blades, the AF-S Nikkor 85mm f/1.8G should be able to create excellent bokeh effects. Read our in-depth Nikon AF-S Nikkor 85mm f/1.8G review.

Sigma 105mm F1.4 DG HSM

The Sigma 105mm F1.4 DG HSM is a very fast, short telephoto prime lens for full-frame DSLR cameras and mirrorless cameras. The Sigma 105mm f/1.4 Art is a no-holds-barred lens that's designed to produce lovely bokeh effects and buttery-smooth backgrounds. Retailing for £1,499 / $1,599, read our Sigma 105mm F1.4 DG HSM review to find out if it can deliver the goods...

Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG HSM Art

The Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG HSM is a fast short telephoto prime lens for full-frame DSLR cameras. The 85mm f/1.4 features 14 optical elements in 12 groups and a HSM focusing system which provides quiet, smooth and fast autofocus with full-time manual focus override. Retailing for £1099 / $1199, read our expert Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG HSM review to find out if it's the ultimate 85mm lens...

Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 STF GM OSS

The Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 STF GM OSS is a brand new short telephoto prime lens for Sony Alpha full-frame compact system cameras. Read our Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 STF GM OSS review to find out if this new portrait lens is a must-buy...