Contax Introduces New Carl Zeiss Zoom Lens for the 645 System

August 2002 -- Kyocera Optics, Inc., announces the introduction of the new Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* f/4.5 45-90mm lens for the Contax 645 system. The compact Vario-Sonnar T* 45-90mm lens incorporates the Dual Focus Mechanism and has a fast, constant aperture of f/4.5.

The Vario-Sonnar T* 45-90mm lens is a perfect one-lens solution that meets the needs of professional photographers, especially those in the wedding industry, by providing moderate wide angle to normal coverage. The lens is also a perfect choice for general, landscape, event and location photography. The lens is approximately equivalent to a 28-55mm (in 35mm format) and allows for greater flexibility when space is limited and working distances do not allow the use of a longer focal length lens.

The latest optical and eco-glass technology were used to develop this lens, resulting in unsurpassed contrast and color reproduction, the hallmark of Carl Zeiss T* lenses. In addition, the new Carl Zeiss 45-90mm lens takes full advantage of Carl Zeiss' improved internal baffling system technology that controls stray light increasing contrast and image quality. In addition, the Carl Zeiss T* Vario-Sonnar is supplied with a Contax Three Year Limited Warranty.

The street price of the Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* 45-90mm lens is $2,900.00.

Lens Specifications

Lens construction: 12 elements, 10 groups

Focal range (mm): 45.9 - 87.5 mm

Image size (mm): 56 x 41.5 mm

Angular field: 74.3 - 43.4 degrees diagonal

Mount: CONTAX 645 mount

Focal Adjustment: Auto, manual (Dual Focus Mechanism)

Aperture Control: Auto

Apertures: 4.5 - (5.6) - 8 - 11 - 16 - 22 –32

Minimum focus (m): 0.5 m

Filter: 95 mm screw-in type

Hood: GB-104 bayonet-type (Optional accessory)

Dimensions (mm), Weight (g): 102 mm (diameter) x 115 mm (length)

Weight (g): Approx. 1,200 g

Standard Accessories: Lens Cap, Rear Cap, Case

SOURCE Contax