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ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 Review | 54 Data compared

Avg. price in UK: ~£1,140
Avg. price in US: ~$1,300
Lens mount: Sony E
Maximum focal length: 25 mm
Maximum aperture (telephoto end): 2.4
Optical image stabilization: no
Maximum angle of view: 81 °

ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 review. Compare 54 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among camera lenses and if it is worth buying.

7.7

Very good

7.7

Very good

8.0

Excellent

7.2
Low-light photography
Score components:
70.0%
9.8
Maximum aperture (telephoto end)
30.0%
1.0
Optical image stabilization
7.6
Travel
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30.0%
8.9
Lens length
25.0%
8.8
Lens diameter
25.0%
10
Weather sealing (splashproof)
20.0%
1.0
Optical image stabilization

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Verdict

The Zeiss Loxia 25mm f/2.4 Distagon T* is a compact manual-focus wide-angle prime designed for full-frame Sony E-mount cameras, featuring a robust all-metal, weather-sealed construction and a versatile 52mm filter thread. Its optical design consists of 10 elements in 8 groups, including two anomalous partial dispersion elements and one aspherical element to ensure edge-to-edge sharpness and minimal distortion. Main pros include exceptional micro-contrast, high flare resistance, a 10-bladed diaphragm for defined sunstars, and a de-clickable manual aperture ring ideal for videography. However, its main cons are the lack of autofocus, a relatively modest f/2.4 maximum aperture compared to competitors, and a high price point that may not appeal to all users.

Technical Specifications of ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4

Overall score

7.7

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the camera lens.

When it matters: When you want to see which camera lenses attract the most buyer attention and review activity.

Mount & Format

1.0

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Lens type

What it is: The optical category that indicates whether the lens is a prime, zoom, macro, fisheye, or another design.

When it matters: When you are choosing between a prime, zoom, macro, or specialty lens for the kind of subjects you shoot.

Importance: LOW

prime

Lens mount

What it is: The mechanical and electronic interface that determines which cameras the lens can be attached to.

When it matters: When camera compatibility and access to the right lens ecosystem are central to your buying decision.

Importance: LOW

Sony E

Sensor format coverage

What it is: The largest sensor size the lens is designed to cover without severe vignetting.

When it matters: When you need the lens to fully cover your camera sensor without heavy corner darkening.

Importance: LOW

Full-frame

Filter thread size

What it is: The diameter of the front filter thread used for screw-in filters and compatible accessories.

When it matters: When you plan to use screw-in filters such as polarizers, ND filters, or protective glass.

Importance: LOW

52 mm

Teleconverter compatibility

What it is: Whether the lens can be used with compatible teleconverters to extend focal length.

When it matters: When you want to extend reach for wildlife or sports without changing to a different long lens.

Importance: HIGH

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Optics & Aperture

8.4

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Minimum focal length

What it is: The shortest focal length the lens can provide, which determines its widest framing.

When it matters: When wide framing matters for landscapes, interiors, architecture, or travel shots.

Importance: LOW

25 mm

Maximum focal length

What it is: The longest focal length the lens can reach, which determines its telephoto reach.

When it matters: When you need more reach for wildlife, sports, stage events, or distant details.

Importance: LOW

25 mm

Optical zoom

What it is: The ratio between the longest and shortest focal lengths available in the lens zoom range.

When it matters: When you want one lens to cover a broader range of compositions without swapping glass.

Importance: LOW

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Maximum angle of view

What it is: The widest scene the lens can capture at its shortest focal length.

When it matters: When you need to fit more of a room, skyline, or landscape into the frame.

Importance: LOW

81 °

Minimum angle of view

What it is: The narrowest scene the lens captures at its longest focal length.

When it matters: When you want tighter framing on faraway subjects without moving closer.

Importance: LOW

81.2 °

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Focus & Controls

6.1

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Focus motor

What it is: The autofocus drive system responsible for moving lens elements into focus.

When it matters: When fast, quiet autofocus matters for video, wildlife, street shots, or moving subjects.

Importance: LOW

N/A

Minimum focus distance

What it is: The shortest distance at which the lens can focus on a subject.

When it matters: When you like shooting details, food, flowers, or products from a very short distance.

Importance: MEDIUM

Maximum reproduction ratio

What it is: The highest magnification the lens can achieve when focusing at its closest distance.

When it matters: When close-up magnification matters for macro work, textures, or small product details.

Importance: MEDIUM

Full-time manual focus

What it is: The ability to adjust focus manually without leaving autofocus mode.

When it matters: When you want to fine-tune focus instantly without switching out of autofocus.

Importance: HIGH

Internal focusing

What it is: A focusing design in which internal elements move while the outer barrel length stays unchanged.

When it matters: When you use polarizers, gimbals, or close-up setups that benefit from a lens that does not extend while focusing.

Importance: HIGH

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Stabilization

4.2

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Optical image stabilization

What it is: A hardware system that shifts optical elements to counteract camera shake and reduce blur.

When it matters: When you want steadier handheld shots and less blur, especially in low light or at longer focal lengths.

Importance: HIGH

Stabilization effectiveness (CIPA stops)

What it is: The rated stabilizer benefit, measured in stops, under CIPA testing standards.

When it matters: When you are comparing stabilized lenses and want to know how much handheld shutter-speed advantage they offer.

Importance: HIGH

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Build & Handling

9.4

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Weight

What it is: The total mass of the lens, affecting portability and handling balance on the camera body.

When it matters: When you carry a lens all day for travel, hiking, or event coverage and want to keep your kit manageable.

Importance: HIGH

Lens length

What it is: The physical length of the lens body from mount to front edge.

When it matters: When bag space, balance, or front clearance matters in a compact travel or video setup.

Importance: HIGH

Lens diameter

What it is: The widest outer diameter of the lens barrel.

When it matters: When grip comfort, filter size, or fit inside a tight camera bag matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Weather sealing (splashproof)

What it is: Protective sealing intended to resist splashes, dust, and light environmental exposure.

When it matters: When you often shoot outdoors in light rain, dust, or changing conditions.

Importance: HIGH

Metal mount

What it is: A lens mount made of metal rather than plastic for greater durability at the camera connection point.

When it matters: When durability matters because you change lenses often or use heavier gear for work.

Importance: HIGH

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Lab Scores

9.0

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DxOMark overall score

What it is: The combined DxOMark lens rating based on lab-tested optical performance.

When it matters: When you want a quick lab-based summary of overall optical performance before comparing lenses in detail.

Importance: HIGH

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DxOMark sharpness score

What it is: The DxOMark subscore that reflects how much detail the lens can resolve across the frame.

When it matters: When fine detail matters for landscapes, product work, or high-resolution cameras.

Importance: HIGH

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DxOMark transmission

What it is: The measured light transmission of the lens, expressed as T-stop rather than nominal f-number.

When it matters: When real light loss matters for exposure consistency in studio, cinema, or mixed-lens shoots.

Importance: MEDIUM

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DxOMark distortion

What it is: The DxOMark metric that measures how much the lens bends straight lines away from their true shape.

When it matters: When straight lines matter in architecture, interiors, copy work, or product photography.

Importance: MEDIUM

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DxOMark vignetting

What it is: The DxOMark measurement of corner darkening relative to the center of the image.

When it matters: When even corner brightness matters for skies, studio backdrops, or clean product shots.

Importance: MEDIUM

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ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 vs the average camera lens

Why is ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 better than the average camera lens?

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Has aperture ring
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 has an aperture ring, the average camera lens does not. 31.2% of camera lenses include an aperture ring.
De-clicked aperture ring.
What it is: A dedicated ring on the lens used to control the aperture directly.
When it matters: When you want direct tactile control over exposure while shooting photos or video.
Importance: MEDIUM
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 has an aperture ring, the average camera lens does not. 31.2% of camera lenses include an aperture ring.
Has de-clickable aperture ring
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 has a de-clickable aperture ring, the average camera lens does not. 18.4% of camera lenses support a de-clickable aperture ring.
De-clickable aperture ring.
What it is: An aperture ring that can switch from stepped clicks to smooth rotation for video work.
When it matters: When you shoot video and need smooth aperture changes without audible or visible click steps.
Importance: MEDIUM
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 has a de-clickable aperture ring, the average camera lens does not. 18.4% of camera lenses support a de-clickable aperture ring.
Has focus distance scale
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 has a focus distance scale, the average camera lens does not. 48.6% of camera lenses include a focus distance scale.
What it is: A marked scale that shows the approximate focus distance set on the lens.
When it matters: When you pre-focus manually for street, zone focusing, or repeatable tripod setups.
Importance: MEDIUM
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 has a focus distance scale, the average camera lens does not. 48.6% of camera lenses include a focus distance scale.
0.4 lower f-number at telephoto end
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 has a brighter maximum telephoto aperture than the average camera lens (f/2.4 vs f/2.8). The average lens has a maximum telephoto aperture of f/2.8.
What it is: The widest aperture available at the long end of the zoom range, affecting light intake and background blur.
When it matters: When you shoot at the long end in low light or want stronger background blur for portraits and sports.
Importance: HIGH
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 has a brighter maximum telephoto aperture than the average camera lens (f/2.4 vs f/2.8). The average lens has a maximum telephoto aperture of f/2.8.2.4 vs 2.8
1 more aperture blades
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 has more aperture blades than the average camera lens (10 vs 9). The average lens has 9 aperture blades.
What it is: The number of diaphragm blades that shape the aperture opening and influence blur rendering.
When it matters: When the look of out-of-focus highlights matters in portraits, close-ups, or cinematic video.
Importance: HIGH
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 has more aperture blades than the average camera lens (10 vs 9). The average lens has 9 aperture blades.10 vs 9
15 mm narrower lens barrel
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 is slimmer than the average camera lens (62 mm vs 77 mm). The average lens has a diameter of 77 mm.
What it is: The widest outer diameter of the lens barrel.
When it matters: When grip comfort, filter size, or fit inside a tight camera bag matters to you.
Importance: MEDIUM
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 is slimmer than the average camera lens (62 mm vs 77 mm). The average lens has a diameter of 77 mm.62 mm vs 77 mm
104.4 g lighter
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 is lighter than the average camera lens (421 g vs 525.4 g). The average lens weighs 525.4 g.
What it is: The total mass of the lens, affecting portability and handling balance on the camera body.
When it matters: When you carry a lens all day for travel, hiking, or event coverage and want to keep your kit manageable.
Importance: HIGH
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 is lighter than the average camera lens (421 g vs 525.4 g). The average lens weighs 525.4 g.421 g vs 525.4 g
17 mm shorter lens
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 is shorter than the average camera lens (75 mm vs 92 mm). The average lens has a length of 92 mm.
What it is: The physical length of the lens body from mount to front edge.
When it matters: When bag space, balance, or front clearance matters in a compact travel or video setup.
Importance: HIGH
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 is shorter than the average camera lens (75 mm vs 92 mm). The average lens has a length of 92 mm.75 mm vs 92 mm
0.4 lower f-number at telephoto end
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 has a brighter maximum telephoto aperture than the average camera lens (f/2.4 vs f/2.8). The average lens has a maximum telephoto aperture of f/2.8.
1 more aperture blades
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 has more aperture blades than the average camera lens (10 vs 9). The average lens has 9 aperture blades.
Has aperture ring
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 has an aperture ring, the average camera lens does not. 31.2% of camera lenses include an aperture ring.
Has de-clickable aperture ring
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 has a de-clickable aperture ring, the average camera lens does not. 18.4% of camera lenses support a de-clickable aperture ring.
Has focus distance scale
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 has a focus distance scale, the average camera lens does not. 48.6% of camera lenses include a focus distance scale.
0.05 m shorter minimum focus distance
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 has a lower minimum focus distance than the average camera lens (0.3 m vs 0.3 m). The average lens has a minimum focus distance of 0.3 m.
15 mm narrower lens barrel
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 is slimmer than the average camera lens (62 mm vs 77 mm). The average lens has a diameter of 77 mm.
104.4 g lighter
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 is lighter than the average camera lens (421 g vs 525.4 g). The average lens weighs 525.4 g.
17 mm shorter lens
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 is shorter than the average camera lens (75 mm vs 92 mm). The average lens has a length of 92 mm.
Newer release date
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 was released more recently than the average camera lens.

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Why is ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 worse than the average camera lens?

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1 fewer aspherical elements
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 has fewer aspherical elements than the average camera lens (1 vs 2). The average lens has 2 aspherical elements.
No full-time manual focus
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 does not support full-time manual focus, the average camera lens does. 68.4% of camera lenses support full-time manual focus.
0.03 x lower maximum reproduction ratio
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 has a lower maximum reproduction ratio than the average camera lens (0.2x vs 0.192x). The average lens has a maximum reproduction ratio of 0.192x.
No full-time manual focus
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 does not support full-time manual focus, the average camera lens does. 68.4% of camera lenses support full-time manual focus.
What it is: The ability to adjust focus manually without leaving autofocus mode.
When it matters: When you want to fine-tune focus instantly without switching out of autofocus.
Importance: HIGH
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 does not support full-time manual focus, the average camera lens does. 68.4% of camera lenses support full-time manual focus.
1 fewer aspherical elements
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 has fewer aspherical elements than the average camera lens (1 vs 2). The average lens has 2 aspherical elements.
What it is: Specially shaped lens elements used to reduce distortion and improve sharpness with fewer optical compromises.
When it matters: When edge sharpness and lower distortion matter in wide-angle, travel, or everyday shooting.
Importance: MEDIUM
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 has fewer aspherical elements than the average camera lens (1 vs 2). The average lens has 2 aspherical elements.1 vs 2
2.15x more expensive
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 is more expensive than the average camera lens (£1,140 vs £530).
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 is more expensive than the average camera lens (£1,140 vs £530).£1,140 vs £530
8.5% worse value for money
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 has a worse value-for-money score than the average camera lens (6.77 vs 7.346).
What it is: An indicator that combines the camera lens's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters: When you want to know how much overall quality you get for the price.
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 has a worse value-for-money score than the average camera lens (6.77 vs 7.346).6.77 vs 7.35
0.03 x lower maximum reproduction ratio
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 has a lower maximum reproduction ratio than the average camera lens (0.2x vs 0.192x). The average lens has a maximum reproduction ratio of 0.192x.
What it is: The highest magnification the lens can achieve when focusing at its closest distance.
When it matters: When close-up magnification matters for macro work, textures, or small product details.
Importance: MEDIUM
ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4 has a lower maximum reproduction ratio than the average camera lens (0.2x vs 0.192x). The average lens has a maximum reproduction ratio of 0.192x.0.16 x vs 0.192 x

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What customers like about ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4?

Superb build quality with an all-metal casing and weather-resistant gasket.
Excellent sharpness from f/2.4, remaining high across the entire frame at f/4.
Compact and lightweight design, making it ideal for travel and gimbal use.
Exceptional flare resistance and beautiful 10-bladed sunstars when stopped down.
Electronic contacts enable automatic focus magnification and EXIF data recording.
De-clickable aperture ring makes it highly versatile for videographers.
Minimal barrel or pincushion distortion, suitable for architecture and landscapes.

What customers dislike about ZEISS Loxia 25mm F 2 4?

High price point for a manual-focus lens, especially compared to autofocus alternatives.
Lack of autofocus may be a dealbreaker for some photography styles.
Axial/Longitudinal chromatic aberration (LoCA) is less well-corrected than other Loxia lenses.
Aperture ring can be narrow and occasionally difficult to handle without practice.
Relatively slow maximum aperture of f/2.4 compared to similar prime lenses.

Expert reviews

dustinabbott.net

19/04/2019

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Zeiss Loxia 25mm F2.4 Distagon Review - DustinAbbott.net

The Zeiss Loxia 25mm f/2.4 Distagon, reviewed on DustinAbbott.net, is a premium, compact manual-focus wide-angle lens for Sony E-mount, featuring exceptional build quality, weather sealing, and superior sharpness from f/2.4. It offers excellent color rendering, low coma for astrophotography, and a "DeClick" feature for video, making it a specialized tool for deliberate, high-quality imaging. Conversely, the lens is constrained by a high price tag, manual-focus-only operation, and a relatively slow f/2.4 maximum aperture compared to alternative options. Its compact design can make handling, specifically mounting and unmounting, somewhat difficult, marking it as a niche choice rather than an all-purpose optic.

ephotozine.com

19/04/2018

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Zeiss Loxia 25mm f/2.4 Distagon T* Review - Verdict - ePHOTOzine

The Zeiss Loxia 25mm f/2.4 Distagon T* is a premium, weather-sealed manual focus lens for Sony FE cameras, praised for exceptional sharpness, low distortion, and robust construction. Its optical performance yields stunning results, featuring nearly perfectly controlled chromatic aberration, excellent edge-to-edge sharpness across apertures, and a smooth manual focus ring. Despite its high cost, the lens justifies its price through superior build quality and performance, say the reviewers. While the absence of autofocus and a higher price tag are notable drawbacks for some, the lens is considered an excellent, character-filled choice for those who value manual operation and image quality.

bhphotovideo.com

20/06/2018

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Field Test: Zeiss Loxia 25mm f/2.4 for Sony E-Mount - B&H Photo

The Zeiss Loxia 25mm f/2.4 is described as a compact, high-performance manual focus lens for full-frame Sony E-mount cameras, offering exceptional, distortion-free optical quality suitable for high-resolution sensors. Key advantages include its robust build, pleasant bokeh, and a "de-clickable" aperture ring favored by videographers. However, the lens is limited by its manual-only focus, making it less suitable for fast-paced shooting, and its conservative f/2.4 maximum aperture restricts extreme low-light performance. Users must also be diligent with camera alignment to prevent uneven, uncorrected compositions in street and architectural photography.

trustedreviews.com

14/02/2018

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Zeiss Loxia 25mm f/2.4 Review - Trusted Reviews

The Zeiss Loxia 25mm f/2.4 is a premium, high-performance manual focus lens for Sony E-mount cameras, offering exceptional center sharpness and a robust, compact all-metal design that seamlessly integrates with camera focus-assist features. With its peak performance around f/5.6 and high-quality build, it excels for critical photography, particularly in landscape and architecture contexts. However, the lens has a significant £1,189.99 price point and features a manual-only operation with a relatively slow f/2.4 maximum aperture compared to competitors like the Zeiss Batis 25mm f/2. Other downsides include noticeable diffraction softening at f/16, making it a specialized choice for enthusiasts prioritizing build and manual feel over speed or autofocus.

focus-review.com

27/04/2019

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Review Zeiss Loxia 25mm f/2.4 - Focus Review

The Zeiss Loxia 25mm f/2.4 is a highly compact, manual-focus wide-angle lens designed for Sony E-mount cameras, operating as a light-wide-angle standard lens on APS-C bodies and a true wide-angle on full-frame sensors. Built entirely of metal and glass, the lens offers a rugged, premium feel and shares an identical physical diameter and a 52mm filter size with other Loxia lenses, making it exceptionally useful for videographers swapping lenses in a follow-focus rig. Optically, the lens delivers extraordinary image quality with highly even sharpness from the center to the corners, minimal distortion, and almost no chromatic aberration. Despite a modest f/2.4 maximum aperture, it produces smooth, attractive background bokeh without harsh edges or onion rings when shooting close-up subjects. A standout feature is its mechanical design, which includes a smooth, fully linear manual focus ring with physical hard stops and an aperture ring that can be made completely clickless for seamless video work. Key advantages (pros) highlighted in the review include fantastic overall image quality, a solid and weather-resistant build, a physical aperture ring with a clickless option, and excellent...

focus-review.com

27/11/2019

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Review Zeiss Loxia 2.4/25mm on APS-C Would you like to compare the optical specifications of the Loxia 25mm against the autofocus-enabled Batis 25mm f...

The Zeiss Loxia 2.4/25mm is a compact, manually operated wide-angle lens designed for Sony E-mount cameras, yielding a versatile 38mm full-frame equivalent field of view when tested on an APS-C sensor. Built entirely of metal and glass, it offers superb build quality, physical weather sealing, a 52mm filter thread, and a highly linear focus ring with hard stops. Optically, the lens delivers extraordinary image quality on APS-C, characterised by highly even center-to-corner sharpness at f/2.4 that peaks around f/4. Vignetting is well-controlled at less than one stop in RAW, distortion is limited to a minor 0.5% barrel shape, chromatic aberration is virtually non-existent, and the background bokeh remains smooth and clear of onion-ring artifacts. A standout feature is the physical aperture ring, which can be made entirely clickless using an included key, transforming the lens into an exceptional tool for videographers operating follow-focus rigs. However, this specialised design presents distinct trade-offs. The main pros include its fantastic optical performance, robust and uniform compact build, weather resistance, and its ideal handling for video and hyperfocal street photography. On the negative side,...

ephotozine.com

14/02/2018

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Zeiss Loxia 25mm f/2.4 Distagon T* Review - Performance

The Zeiss Loxia 25mm f/2.4 offers outstanding optical performance with excellent central sharpness from f/2.4 through f/16 and closely matched edge sharpness starting at f/4. Key strengths include minimal distortion, well-controlled CA, smooth bokeh, and a durable, weather-sealed metal build. Conversely, the lens is limited by its strictly manual focus design, making it unsuitable for those requiring autofocus, and it features a higher price point. While optical performance is superb, slight diffraction impacts edge sharpness at the minimum aperture of f/22.

dearsusan.net

07/11/2018

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#783. Reviewing the Zeiss Loxia 25 - DearSusan

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ephotozine.com

10/10/2018

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Zeiss Loxia 25mm f/2.4 Distagon T* Review

The Zeiss Loxia 25mm f/2.4 is a premium, manual-focus wide-angle lens for Sony E-mount cameras, praised for outstanding central and edge sharpness from f/2.4 to f/16. It offers superior build quality, weather sealing, very low distortion, and smooth manual operation, along with well-controlled chromatic aberration. Key drawbacks include a high price point and the restriction to manual focus, which may not suit all users. However, the lens works well with camera-assisted focusing to deliver an exceptional, high-quality shooting experience. For the full, detailed review, visit ePHOTOzine.

qimago.de

28/08/2018

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ZEISS Loxia 2.4 / 25 – A Glance

The ZEISS Loxia 2.4/25 is a premium, compact manual-focus lens optimized specifically for Sony E-mount full-frame sensors. The reviewer notes that while its maximum aperture of f/2.4 may not appeal to "open-aperture fans," this choice allows the lens to maintain a highly portable, uniform design language shared across the entire Loxia family. Optically, it excels with modern, exceptional sharpness, high micro-contrast creating a classic ZEISS 3D-pop effect, and minimal image distortion. A standout feature is its impressive 25cm minimum focusing distance, allowing for creative, close-up wide-angle perspectives that traditional rangefinder lenses cannot achieve. However, the lens does have notable trade-offs, particularly depending on the user's workflow. It is entirely manual focus, though electronic contacts transmit full EXIF data and allow for automatic focus magnification on Sony bodies. The lens is highly tailored to videographers due to its stepless, "clickless" aperture option, but for pure photography, the f/2.4 aperture limits extreme low-light performance. Additionally, it exhibits slight vignetting when shot wide open and occasional minor flares in direct backlight. The most prominent practical complaint in the review is the poorly designed...

pixelrama.de

27/07/2026

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Zeiss Loxia 25mm f/2.4 Review for Panorama and Landscape Photography

The Zeiss Loxia 2.4/25 review by Jan Röpenack focuses heavily on the lens's real-world utility for landscape and spherical panoramic photography. The author, an engineer who previously relied on the wider Loxia 21mm f/2.8, explores upgrading to the 25mm focal length to capture higher-resolution panoramas by taking more composite images. The review highlights prominent pros, including extraordinary edge-to-edge sharpness, excellent handling, high micro-contrast, and stellar flare resistance. Furthermore, its manual focus ring is beautifully damped, and the integrated electronic contacts effortlessly communicate with Sony cameras to trigger focus magnification. However, the reviewer balances these praises with notable cons specific to landscape and panorama workflows. The longer 25mm focal length inherently delivers a shallower depth of field compared to the 21mm model, requiring careful focus management to ensure background sharpness. This tighter perspective also demands a higher volume of individual shots to fully close a spherical panoramic matrix, making the shooting process more time-consuming. Finally, while the lens delivers state-of-the-art optical results, users must contend with its fully manual focus limitation and a relatively steep price tag for an f/2.4 lens.

photofragments.fr

19/10/2018

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Zeiss Loxia 25mm f2.4 | photography | photofragments.fr

The ⁠Zeiss Loxia 25mm f2.4 review highlights a compact, weather-sealed, manual-focus prime lens specifically designed to eliminate magenta edge color shifts on full-frame Sony mirrorless cameras. Tested on a 42-megapixel Sony A7RII, the lens delivers superlative optical performance, showcasing exemplary center sharpness from wide-open (f/2.4) that remains remarkable across the frame down to f/8. It exhibits minimal distortion at infinity, well-managed chromatic aberrations, and pleasing, progressive background blur. However, the reviewer notes that its true focal length feels closer to a tighter 26mm compared to vintage 24mm lenses. Several handling and physical design limitations serve as notable disadvantages for quick shooting environments. The absence of a fixed, non-rotating section on the outer barrel makes mounting and unmounting the lens difficult, as a tight weather seal creates resistance while the focus and aperture rings spin freely in hand. Additionally, the 90-degree manual focus throw is heavily compressed between 2 meters and infinity, making hyperfocal distance calculations nearly impossible. Finally, despite transmitting electronic metadata, the lens fails to show a distance scale in the camera viewfinder, and its highly lubricated focus ring...

digitalcamaralens.com

27/07/2026

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ZEISS Loxia 25mm f/2.4 Lens Review and Test

The ZEISS Loxia 25mm f/2.4 E is a robust, full-frame manual focus lens designed for Sony Alpha 7 cameras that blends a historical Distagon optical formula with seamless CPU integration for complete EXIF data tracking. Weighing 393 grams with an all-metal chassis, it delivers notable sharpness and contrast, showing optimal performance for landscape and architectural photography between f/7.1 and f/9. A standout feature for videographers is its mechanical "D-Click" system, which allows users to de-click the aperture ring using a small key included in the box. The review highlights several core strengths, including excellent resistance to lens flare, superb build quality, and outstanding coma control at f/2.8, making it highly capable for astrophotography. On the downside, the lens suffers from noticeable vignetting at wide apertures that does not improve significantly when stopping down. Additionally, the ergonomics of the aperture ring are flawed; the ribbing layout sacrifices functionality for aesthetics, causing the ring's grip to nearly disappear on the left side and making it difficult to rotate due to its close proximity to the camera body.

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Zeiss Loxia 25mm f/2.4 E Gallery - Samples Gallery - Test

The original test page from DigitalCamaraLens acts as a real-world sample gallery showcasing the optical behavior of the Zeiss Loxia 25mm f/2.4 E-mount lens paired with a 42.4-megapixel Sony A7 RII camera. The provided meta-data details a sample landscape or architecture image taken from a distance of roughly 7 meters using a tripod and the camera's central focus point. Shot at a highly sharp, stopped-down aperture of f/9, an exposure time of 1/125s, and a base ISO of 100, the test purposefully disables camera-side geometric corrections or raw shadow lifting to display the raw, unadulterated performance of the glass. Synthesizing general review consensus for this specific lens reveals a clear set of pros and cons. On the pros side, the lens delivers exceptional center-to-edge sharpness from f/2.4 through f/16, virtually zero linear distortion, highly controlled chromatic aberration, and superb contrast with rich, signature "Zeiss colors". Its premium, weather-sealed all-metal construction is highly compact, featuring a linear manual focus ring that seamlessly triggers the camera's focus assist features. Additionally, videographers benefit from a de-clickable physical aperture ring. Conversely, the cons include...

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15/03/2019

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Zeiss Loxia 25mm f/2.4 Review: Focus Test

The review highlights several prominent advantages and disadvantages of this old-school style lens. On the positive side, the pros include its fantastic overall image quality, durable yet compact weather-sealed construction, excellent manual focusing feel, and a dedicated physical aperture ring with a clickless option. Conversely, the cons include a persistent touch of vignette (around 2 stops in RAW and 1.4 stops in JPEG) that remains present across the entire aperture range, a total lack of autofocus, and the inability to adjust the aperture directly via the camera body. Furthermore, the review notes a design flaw where the lens is physically difficult to mount and dismount from the camera because the non-rotating section of the lens barrel is too narrow and lacks sufficient grip, forcing users to spin the focus or aperture rings to their physical limits before the lens itself begins to unscrew.

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27/11/2019

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Zeiss Loxia 25mm f/2.4 Lens Review on APS-C: Focus Review

The Focus Review evaluation of the Zeiss Loxia 2.4/25mm highlights its performance on Sony APS-C cameras, where it delivers a versatile 38mm full-frame equivalent field of view that is ideal for street, documentary, and architectural photography. Designed with a solid metal and glass body, this compact lens shares a matching outer diameter and a 52mm filter size with the rest of the Loxia family, making it highly convenient for videographers swapping lenses on a rig. Optically, it excels on a cropped sensor by showcasing uniform sharpness from the center to the corners, minimal barrel distortion, and reduced vignetting compared to its full-frame performance. The review outlines several distinct pros and cons for prospective hybrid shooters and photography enthusiasts: Pros: Fantastic overall image quality with even sharpness. Minimal vignetting on the smaller APS-C sensor. Solid, compact build featuring good weather resistance. Smooth linear manual focus with physical hard stops. Physical aperture ring that can be made clickless for video tracking. Cons: Complete lack of autofocus, requiring fully manual operation. Aperture settings cannot be adjusted directly via the camera body. Difficult to...

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Zeiss Loxia 25mm f/2.4 Review

The CameraStuffReview article highlights the Zeiss Loxia 25mm f/2.4 as an exceptional, premium fixed focal length choice specifically optimized for professional Sony full-frame (FE mount) mirrorless photographers and perfectionists. A core advantage of this lens is its impeccable, extremely high image quality coupled with unique characteristics that make it ideal for video capture. Key design pros include a continuously adjustable (stepless) aperture mechanism and a highly reliable, mechanical manual focusing ring that avoids fly-by-wire lag and features a strict, physical hard stop at infinity. Conversely, the review explicitly outlines notable tradeoffs regarding its overall build choices and feature omissions. A major con for some users will be the conscious absence of an autofocus (AF) system, as the Loxia series operates entirely as a manual focus line. Furthermore, while the lens maintains a physically compact form factor, it cannot be considered a lightweight option because it is constructed entirely out of heavy-duty metal to ensure maximum physical durability and robustness.

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