Zeiss Milvus 50mm f/1.4 : Specifications and Opinions

Zeiss Milvus 50mm f/1.4

The Zeiss Milvus 50mm f/1.4 is a standard lens for FF and APS-C, manufactured from 2015 to 2026 (discontinued). The focus is done by Manual Focus, it does not have image stabilization. The average price was 776 €;

20 users have given it an average vote of 9.7 out of 10.

MOUNT

This lens is available with the following mounts:

Canon EF: this lens is compatible with reflex fullframe and APS-C Canon EF.

Nikon F: this lens is compatible with reflex fullframe and APS-C Nikon.

Specifications
Focal lenght	50 mm
Angle of view	46.8°
Format	FF, APS-C
Max. aperture	f/1.4
Aperture blades
Lenses/Groups	10 elements in 8 groups
Min. focus distance	0.45 meters
Reproduction ratio
Features
Stabilization	No
Focus	Manual Focus
Internal Focus	No
Built and notes
Tripod ring	No
Extenders	No
Filters	67 mm
Lens hood	Yes, supplied
Weather sealing	Yes
Weight	900 g
Dimensions	82 x 97 mm
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RobertoVicenza

sent on 10 Maggio 2023

Pros: Build quality and gaskets, optical quality and flare, concave front lens.

Cons: Weight, slight chromatic aberration only in particular situations, abnormal focus ring compared to the fixed parts of the barrel.

Opinion: Optics well built and destined to last over time, purchased used had no trace of dust on the inner lenses as proof of good seal with respect to atmospheric agents. Oversized focus ring compared to the fixed parts of the barrel: we don't have sailor's hands to focus and pianist's hands to arm/disarm the optics... Problem solved in part with high viscosity spray grease in the interstices of the ring nut. Fixed definitively by blocking it with precision to infinity with black adhesive tape ... Adhesive tape that I usually apply even in the most exposed parts as protection, in this case in the front edge. Compared to the sigma art that I had previously, the dimensions are smaller and partly compensate for the greater weight (the feeling is a better grip), also the concave front lens is more protected from close encounters, so much so that it could be done without the hood saving on weight and bulk ... I recommend doing tests to evaluate whether to omit it in certain lighting situations or to replace it with a 67mm hood ring, the one supplied for me is too bulky. Optically, it has less flare than sigma, that's the only reason I made the replacement. For the rest, the "weak" sides must go and look for them: slight chromatic aberration on large openings, but only in the out of focus and especially on apsc. In fullframe slight smudges in the resolution visible in a small area in the extremes of the angles zooming at 10x, I always refer to the sigma art on which these defects seemed less evident to me. Everything ok instead going down (slightly) along the side edges, even with f1.4 opening. I still have to do field tests, but overall and considering the type of photography I do I am already satisfied with the exchange.

Paolo Quadrelli

sent on 14 Gennaio 2022

Pros: Wonderfully real colors, construction, solidity

Cons: To be used on still subjects and carefully when using it at f 1.4

Opinion: I have had this wonderful lens for a few days and I was excited by opening the box and seeing a card signed by the worker who assembled it. I took a few shots and a lot of out of focus, on my 5d Mark IV. The shots in focus are of extraordinary power, absolutely unattainable with other lenses. The build quality is great. Well that there is no autofocus and stabilization, so every shot requires mastery if not the out of focus does not forgive. I recommend using it in the studio for set portraits, it will give you and give the photographed subjects wonderful emotions. The attachment with the electric blue gasket is perfectly tropicalized, the metal and felt hood a wonder. I recommend him to all portraitists, along with his brother 85mm.

Ferorake

sent on 15 Febbraio 2019

Pros: Optically egregious, construction from 10 \ \ 10, metal lens hood with felt interior quality

Cons: Exaggeratedly big, lack of AF, ring of ZF version small and uncomfortable to use

Opinion: Who had a milvus in his hand knows: the building is magnificent. It is an incredible piece of engineering, made of brushed metal, completely tropicalized, with very clear and difficult to wear writing. Unfortunately a lens is not just construction, and this Zeiss does not excite. Although compared to the previous version is noticeably sharper and better supports chromatic aberrations, but loses that microcontrasto\\3d that characterized the ancestor. The number of lenses is in fact doubled, and if optically the difference is marked, it is also artistically, where in my opinion loses a lot, becoming one of the many "Sigma Art" in circulation. I have to say that there are no important differences between the two: the Sigma has the autofocus but a ridiculous construction, this has a magnificent construction but is completely MF. We add to this "normality of yield" almost 1kg of weight, and here is served a lens in my opinion senseless. I had it and resolute record time: He couldn't give me anything. I preferred by far a Voigtlander 40 mm f 1.2, with its contained dimensions, and its yield decidedly characteristic albeit devoid of intrusive aberrations. In summary it is definitely a lens from the construction egregia, but it can not excite and justify a disbursement of more than €1200. By now in 2019 are being born as mushrooms Oriental companies that produce manual lenses with incredible constructions at honest prices (7artisans \ \ Mitakon For example), and Zeiss may not have to list a 50 mm f1.4 manual, which has as sole "advantage" compared to other Offers, the name Zeiss and the pain in the arms to transport it. A fully manual lens in the 2019 must justify the difficulties you encounter by using it, this Zeiss does not do it.

Massimo Ferreri

sent on 03 Gennaio 2019

Pros: Excellent image quality, impeccable mechanical realization, aesthetic

Cons: Slight bearing distortion, also stated in the Zeiss technical documentation

Opinion: After having used for several years the 50 mm Zeiss ZF. 2 (Classic series), with which I have overall found well, I decided to buy this milvus and I must acknowledge that there is absolutely no comparison with the equal focal ZF. 2. The optical scheme has been completely redesigned taking into account what has already been done for the Otus series and the results have been immediately visible since the first shots: a sharpness and uniformity of yield on the whole frame absolutely fantastic. The fluidity and precision of the focus ring make each shot a unique experience. Very nice and effective the metal hood supplied. The refined mechanical accomplishment and the greatest number of lenses have resulted in a significant increase in weight, which is appreciably higher than most of the 50 mm available on the market, but I personally think it is tolerable, as the whole It is compact enough and does not cause imbalance when engaged on the machine body. It's a relatively expensive lens, but considering both optical and mechanical quality, I think the performance price ratio is certainly good. Highly recommended to those who appreciate this focal and that for the type of images they realize can do without autofocus.

Lupaccio58

sent on 15 Febbraio 2018

Pros: Everything, absolutely, and at an unreachable level

Cons: Lens cap caps a little underlie

Opinion: It's definitely one of the most amazing lenses I've ever had in my hands, the best 50 ever. I went through the noct, until a month ago I had the excellent Art, but in front of this milvus I was forced to review all my parameters! Absolutely amazing sharpness all over the frame, fantastic bokeh, True waterproofing, noble materials (only the weight says a lot...), beautiful Otus style design, precision mechanics of other times. And besides it costs even little, go see the price of the Plasticone 58 Nikon, then compare them in the field and we laugh. This is the 50 mm that fans of the brand were clamors for! And not by chance on the reviews is compared only to 55 Otus, which as surrender is very close. The difference with the old fifty ZF. 2 is abysmal, not by chance the new has been completely redesigned. The old 50 mm ZF. 2 was a Planar while this is design Distagon just like the Otus, and I guarantee you see it! What about, 10 praise Laude, inevitable in a serious outfit!

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Zeiss Milvus 50mm f/1.4 : Specifications and Opinions

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