Zeiss 100mm f/2 Makro Planar ZF.2 T* Manual Focus Lens for Nikon F-Mount Review

The Zeiss 100mm f/2 Makro Planar ZF.2 T* is a manual focus macro lens for Nikon F-mount cameras. Part of Zeiss's legacy lineup, it features the company's renowned T* anti-reflective coating and a bright f/2 maximum aperture, which is unusually fast for a macro lens and offers shallow depth of field control along with strong low-light capability. The ZF.2 designation means it includes CPU contacts for metering and EXIF data transmission with compatible Nikon bodies, though focus remains entirely manual. At 100mm, it sits in the standard focal length range for macro work, offering comfortable working distance for insects and small subjects without excessive bulk. Build quality is typically robust, with all-metal construction and smooth, precise manual focusing expected from Zeiss optics. This is a used lens sold in excellent condition with caps and hood included.