The ZEISS SONNAR T* 135mm f/2 APO ZF.2 is a premium manual focus telephoto lens engineered for discerning photographers who demand exceptional optical quality and character. This medium telephoto prime delivers the legendary Zeiss rendering with a bright f/2 maximum aperture, ideal for portraiture, editorial work, and shallow depth of field photography. Built around 11 elements in 8 groups with full apochromatic correction, the lens minimises chromatic aberrations at wide apertures-a critical advantage at f/2 where colour fringing is most vulnerable. The sophisticated T* multi-coating reduces internal reflections and flare whilst maintaining vivid contrast and colour accuracy even in challenging backlit conditions. With a minimum focus distance of 0.8m (2.62ft) and a nine-blade circular aperture that renders beautiful, harmonious bokeh, this is the choice for shooters who value Zeiss glass, precise manual control, and consistent performance from centre to periphery. Though manual focus only, the ZF.2 mount includes CPU contacts for EXIF data and in-camera focus confirmation on compatible Nikon bodies.