Zeiss Batis 40mm f/2 Series
Doté d'un revêtement ZEISS T* et d'un design optique Distagon, cet objectif offre un contraste élevé et une distance de mise au point minimale de 24 cm pour une polyvalence remarquable. Sa construction métallique robuste et tropicalisée intègre un écran OLED innovant pour lire la distance focale, même en faible lumière. Il convient parfaitement aux photographes de reportage et de voyage sur monture Sony E qui exigent une qualité d'image constante en extérieur.
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Aperçu
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Le Zeiss Aatma 40mm T1.5 délivre un bokeh d'exception (top 3 % de notre base) et un rendu cinéma old-school, avec un autofocus pratique pour du PL. Mais il est lourd, non stabilisé, pas étanche, et son prix varie énormément. On le recommande aux pros qui veulent ce look unique ; les autres peuvent passer leur chemin.
Avantages et inconvénients
Points forts
- Le bokeh en bulle de savon est absolument magnifique (top 3 % de notre base). 82nd
- L'autofocus, rare sur une monture PL, est réactif et apprécié. 77th
- Rendu des couleurs saturé et peaux flatteuses, idéal pour le portrait. 75th
- L'ouverture T1.5 excelle en basse lumière et pour isoler le sujet. 67th
Points faibles
- Poids très élevé de 1490 g, un vrai haltère à bout de bras.
- Construction non tropicalisée et classée seulement dans le 10e centile de notre base.
- Pas de stabilisation intégrée, attention aux tremblements.
- Prix totalement dingue d'un revendeur à l'autre, jusqu'à 28 712 $.
L'avis des propriétaires
Ce qu'en disent les utilisateurs
L'évolution de l'avis des propriétaires dans le temps
ExclusivitéD'après la date à laquelle les clients ont rédigé leurs avis - pour voir si l'enthousiasme initial s'est confirmé.
- Q4 2021100/100
Buyers in this period were ecstatic, praising the lens for exceptional sharpness, color, bokeh, and build. It was deemed worth the price, with one calling it the best portrait lens.
- Exceptional image quality: sharp yet soft, with beautiful color rendition and contrast.
- Superior bokeh and depth of field, ideal for portraits and street photography.
- Worth the higher price compared to alternatives like Sony FE 85mm.
- Immediate satisfaction; users were blown away by results on first use.
- Q1 2021100/100
Buyers in Q1 2021 praised the lens for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and excellent build quality, noting it pairs well with Sony E-mount cameras.
- Sharpness is consistently highlighted, with edge-to-edge clarity even wide open.
- Fast autofocus performance is a recurring positive point across multiple reviews.
- Build quality and aesthetics are praised, described as excellent and art-like.
- Compatibility with Sony E-mount cameras, including A7III and A7RIV, is noted as a strong fit.
- Q4 2020100/100
Buyers in this period praised the lens as compact, versatile, and fun, with excellent optics and build quality, calling it the best lens of all time.
- Compact and easy to pack, ideal for travel and everyday photography.
- Versatile for landscapes and portraits, flexible for various shooting scenarios.
- Excellent optics and brilliant construction, with impressive look and feel.
- Lightweight and fun to use, suitable for carefree moments.
- Q1 202091/100
Buyers praised the lens for sharpness, beautiful bokeh, and color, often comparing it favorably to the Sony 85mm. One noted a dust spec inside, but it didn't affect image quality.
- Sharpness and image quality are consistently praised, with several calling it fantastic or amazing.
- Bokeh is described as round and beautiful, a key reason for purchase, especially for portraits.
- Compared to Sony 85mm, it wins on color, contrast, build, and weather resistance, though slightly heavier and pricier.
- One new lens had a dust or etch inside, but buyer accepted it as it doesn't affect images; another wished for sealed packaging.
- Q4 201996/100
Buyers in Q4 2019 praised the lens for its superb image quality, color rendition, and sharpness. They noted excellent build, fast autofocus, and a pleasing 'Batis look,' with one mentioning updated firmware resolved prior issues.
- Image quality: sharp, tack-sharp, stunning images, with excellent color and contrast.
- Color rendition: praised for pleasing colors, 'pop', and a special magic in photos.
- Build and autofocus: superb build quality, quick and accurate focusing on Sony A7r III.
- Firmware update: one buyer noted updated firmware resolved prior focus issues, lens works well.
- Q3 201995/100
Buyers in Q3 2019 praised this lens for its sharpness, color rendition, and light weight, making it a favorite for Sony cameras. One noted a minor regret about a price drop shortly after purchase.
- Sharpness and image quality consistently praised, including corner-to-corner sharpness wide open.
- Lightweight design highlighted as a key advantage for everyday use.
- Color rendition and contrast described as excellent, enhancing overall image appeal.
- One buyer wished they had waited for a sale, indicating price sensitivity but no product complaint.
- Q2 2019100/100
Buyers in this period praised the lens for its sharpness, lightweight design, fast autofocus, and build quality, often comparing it favorably to heavier f/1.4 alternatives.
- Sharpness and image quality consistently praised, with terms like 'razor sharp' and 'tack sharp'.
- Lightweight and compact size valued as a key advantage over heavier f/1.4 lenses.
- Fast and snappy autofocus, with EyeAF working well on Sony bodies.
- Build quality rated highly, described as '10/10' and 'amazing'.
- Q1 201977/100
Buyers praised the lens for its sharpness, portability, and build quality, but some noted issues with close focusing, low-light AF, and price.
- Exceptional sharpness and image quality, especially for landscapes and portraits.
- Compact, lightweight design ideal for travel and everyday carry.
- Close focusing stops down aperture, affecting bokeh and low-light performance; firmware update expected.
- Some found it overpriced, with a useless OLED screen and stiff focus ring.
- Q4 201893/100
Buyers in this period praised the lens for its sharpness, aberration control, and natural field of view, with one noting it beat competitors in tests. Some compared it favorably to other lenses, though one reviewer was still evaluating it against a Sony 35mm.
- Sharpness and aberration control were highlighted as exceptional, with one detailed test showing it outperformed Voigtlander and Sigma.
- The 40mm focal length was seen as a versatile sweet spot between 35mm and 50mm, ideal for portraits and general use.
- Build quality and low-light performance were praised, with clear photos in mixed lighting and a balanced, well-made design.
- One reviewer compared it to a cheaper Canon 135L, noting the Canon had a quality the Zeiss lacked, while another was still deciding if it could replace a Sony 35mm.
- Q3 201888/100
Buyers praised the lens for its sharpness, durability, and lightweight design, though they noted chromatic aberration, limited close-up performance, and high cost.
- Sharpness and image quality are consistently praised, with one user noting great results for real estate photography.
- Durability and weather resistance are highlighted, with one user using it extensively outdoors in all weather.
- Lightweight design is appreciated, with one user noting it's lighter than expected.
- Chromatic aberration is mentioned as a minor annoyance, and close-up performance is limited by design.
- Q2 201896/100
Buyers in Q2 2018 praised the Batis 135mm for exceptional sharpness, fast autofocus, and portability, ideal for concerts and astrophotography. Minor issues included soft corners and a flimsy lens cap.
- Sharpness is consistently praised, even wide open, with many calling it the sharpest lens they own.
- Fast and reliable autofocus, especially for stage performances, yielding high keeper rates.
- Lightweight and compact design, making it ideal for trekking and travel.
- Some note soft corners wide open, but most find it acceptable or better than alternatives; flimsy lens cap is a minor complaint.
- Q1 201896/100
Buyers praised the lens for its sharpness, light weight, and fast autofocus, with specific use cases like focus stacking and gimbal work. One noted it as a great portrait lens, while another found the price right.
- Sharpness consistently praised, including at night, and considered good value.
- Light weight and compact design appreciated, especially for gimbal use and portability.
- Fast and reliable autofocus, with one user noting excellent performance on family outings.
- Effective for focus stacking with Sony A7R III, reducing setup time significantly.
- Q4 201792/100
Buyers praised the lens for its sharpness, compact size, and smooth bokeh. One noted autofocus delay in low light, but overall satisfaction was high.
- Sharpness and image quality praised, with 'tack sharp' and 'sharp as expected' comments.
- Compact and portable design appreciated, especially for a 135mm lens.
- Smooth background blur and bokeh quality highlighted as a key strength.
- Autofocus delay in low light mentioned by one reviewer, but not a widespread issue.
D'après 100 avis clients datés, regroupés par trimestre civil. L'analyse par période est en anglais.
Les preuves
Performances
Sur le terrain, la netteté est au rendez-vous, et les transitions de mise au point sont douces et précises. L'autofocus étonne par sa réactivité pour du PL, les utilisateurs l'adorent. L'ouverture à T1.5 offre une faible profondeur de champ généreuse et un bokeh en bulles crémeuses, tout en haut du panier, dans le top 3 % de tout ce qu'on a testé. Attention, le rendu optique est volontairement un peu voilé et moins contrasté, ce qui donne ce cachet nostalgique mais plombe notre score optique. Si vous voulez du piqué chirurgical, passez votre chemin ; si vous aimez les peaux flatteuses, vous allez vous régaler.
Caractéristiques techniques
Fiche technique complète
Optics
| Type | Standard |
| Focal Length Min | 40 |
| Focal Length Max | 40 |
| Elements | 9 |
| Groups | 8 |
| Coating | ZEISS T* coating |
Aperture
| Max Aperture | f/2 |
| Min Aperture | f/22 |
| Constant | Yes |
Build
| Mount | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Weight | 0.4 kg / 0.8 lbs |
| Filter Thread | 67 |
AF & Stabilization
| AF Type | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | No |
Focus
| Min Focus Distance | 240 |
Face à la concurrence
Face à des objectifs photo comme le Tamron 28-300 mm f/4-7.1 VC ou le Sony E 18-135 mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS, le Zeiss joue dans une autre catégorie. Là où le Tamron et le Sony sont des outils polyvalents, le Aatma est un pur objectif de cinéaste au bokeh exceptionnel et à l'ouverture T1.5 bien plus lumineuse. Par contre, il n'a ni stabilisation ni protection climatique, contrairement au Tamron. Le Nikon NIKKOR 20059 et le Sigma Art 17-40 mm f/1.8 DC sont plus pratiques au quotidien. Bref, si vous voulez un couteau suisse, passez votre chemin ; le Zeiss est une pièce de collection pour un look spécifique.
| Spec | Zeiss Batis 40mm f/2 Series | Canon RF 24-105mm f/2.8 L IS USM Z | Viltrox LAB AF 35mm f/1.2 LAB FE | Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC | Sony G Master SEL2870GM | Tamron Di III 70-180mm f/2.8 VC VXD G2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focal Length | 40mm | 24-105mm | 35mm | 17-40mm | 28-70mm | 70-180mm |
| Max Aperture | f/2 | f/2.8 | f/1.2 | f/1.8 | f/2 | f/2.8 |
| Mount | Sony E | Canon RF | Sony E | Fujifilm X | Sony E | Sony E |
| Format Coverage | full-frame | full-frame | full-frame | APS-C | full-frame | full-frame |
| Stabilization | false | true | false | false | false | true |
| Weather Sealed | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 363 | 1315 | 910 | 535 | 918 | 855 |
| AF Type | Autofocus | Nano USM | VCM | HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) | XD Linear Motor | VXD |
| Lens Type | standard | zoom | prime | zoom | zoom | zoom |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Produit | AF | Bokeh | Build | Macro | Reach | Video | Optical | Aperture | User Sentiment | Wide Angle | Portability | Versatility | Preuve sociale | Affordability | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zeiss Batis 40mm f/2 Series | 53.2 | 45.2 | 77.4 | 52 | 36.5 | 28.6 | 46.5 | 64.1 | 75 | 47.1 | 66.5 | 33 | 82.1 | 26.2 | 36.2 |
| Canon RF 24-105mm f/2.8 L IS USM Z Compare | 89.9 | 78.8 | 95.2 | 69.5 | 73.9 | 88.1 | 97.9 | 43.8 | 82 | 74.5 | 11.1 | 91.9 | 88.1 | 8.2 | 96 |
| Viltrox LAB AF 35mm f/1.2 LAB FE Compare | 95.4 | 69 | 90.8 | 45.3 | 29.4 | 72.3 | 92.6 | 96.1 | 82 | 53.2 | 20.5 | 33 | 88.1 | 33.4 | 36.2 |
| Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC Compare | 95.4 | 53.2 | 95.2 | 54.2 | 53.2 | 88.1 | 97.3 | 74.8 | 98.8 | 68.6 | 47 | 75.4 | 92.7 | 33.6 | 36.2 |
| Sony G Master SEL2870GM Compare | 95.4 | 76 | 98.8 | 58.9 | 55.9 | 88.1 | 96.5 | 64.1 | 31.9 | 62.4 | 20.1 | 76.6 | 88.1 | 7.6 | 36.2 |
| Tamron Di III 70-180mm f/2.8 VC VXD G2 Compare | 95.4 | 86.5 | 77.4 | 75.8 | 81.2 | 84.3 | 96.5 | 43.8 | 66.3 | 29.1 | 21.7 | 77.5 | 92.7 | 27.8 | 97.4 |
Prix
Rapport qualité-prix
Difficile de parler de rapport qualité-prix quand le tarif peut passer du simple au sextuple selon la boutique. Dans notre base, les prix oscillent entre 1 349 $ et 28 712 $, un écart abyssal. À 1 500 $, c'est une bonne pioche pour qui veut ce rendu unique. Au-delà de 10 000 $, c'est du luxe pur. Le meilleur deal qu'on ait repéré vient de quelques revendeurs en ligne, mais il faut fouiller. Si vous mettez le prix fort, assurez-vous d'avoir vraiment besoin de ce bokeh inimitable.
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Aperçu
Le Zeiss Aatma 40mm T1.5, c'est un objectif de cinéma qui assume son look old-school. Monture PL, grande ouverture à T1.5, bokeh en bulle de savon et peaux veloutées : Zeiss a sorti une optique qui flatte à l'ancienne. Autofocus intégré, une rareté sur une optique PL, et un diaph à 16 lamelles pour un rendu hyper rond.
Avec 1490 g sur la balance, pas de joints d'étanchéité et une construction qui se traîne dans le bas de notre classement, ce n'est pas un objectif à tout faire. Mais si vous cherchez précisément ce grain vintage qui fait la patte Zeiss, vous êtes au bon endroit.
Questions fréquentes
Q: Peut-on utiliser cet objectif sur un appareil photo Sony avec une bague adaptatrice ?
Techniquement oui, mais l'adaptateur PL vers E ne maintient pas l'autofocus. Et la monture PL est conçue pour des caméras pros, l'encombrement sur un hybride peut poser problème.
Q: Est-ce que la bague de mise au point est compatible avec un follow focus ?
Oui, les bagues MOD de 0.8 mm sont faites pour ça et fonctionnent parfaitement avec les systèmes de follow focus standards.
Q: Quelle est la distance minimale de mise au point ?
430 mm, ce qui est dans la moyenne pour un 40 mm plein format. Vous pourrez faire des gros plans, mais pas de la macro extrême.
À qui ce produit ne convient pas
Si vous avez besoin de stabilisation intégrée, de polyvalence ou d'une construction capable de résister aux éléments, passez votre chemin. Ce Zeiss est un outil de studio ou de plateau, pas un compagnon de voyage. À 1,5 kilo sans stabilisation, les plans à main levée souffriront vite, et l'absence de joint d'étanchéité vous oblige à rester au sec.
Verdict
Si vous êtes vidéaste ou cinéaste et que le rendu vintage vous fait de l'œil, ce Zeiss est un régal. Il excelle en portrait et en scène narrative, là où le flou d'arrière-plan soyeux et les peaux douces font la différence. C'est un objectif de spécialiste, à réserver à ceux qui savent exactement pourquoi ils l'achètent.
Scores par usage
- Macro37.9
- Global62.8
- Budget51.8
- Street72.7
- Travel43.8
- Portrait41.4
- Landscape43.6
- Professional60.1
- Video Cinema37.4
- Wildlife Sports31.4