
DZoptics (Shenzhen Dongzheng Optics) recently announced their first photographic manual focus, full frame, DSLR lens: Kerlee 35mm f/1.2 that will also be available for Pentax K mounts (in addition to Canon EF, Nikon F and Sony E mounts).
DZoptics Kerlee 35/1.2 lens features and specs:
| Description | KERLEE 35/1.2 |
| Type | wide angle lens |
| Focusing | Manual focus |
| Aperture: | Manual iris with” CLICK” swichable aperture lock |
| Focal Length | 35mm |
| Aperture (Max.) | f1.2 |
| Aperture (Min.) | F22 |
| FOV(Diagonal) | 63.2° |
| Construction | 11elements/10 groups |
| Close focus distance | 0.3m |
| Max magnification | 0.12 x |
| Filter diameter: | 72mm |
| Lens Mounts | Nikon F, Canon EF , Sony E ,pentax K |
| Lens image stabilize | No |
| Color | Black |
| Weight | About 690g |
- Minimum focus distance is up to 0.3.
- Optional switchable aperture lock, allowing for smooth adjustment in video mode.
- The optimal distance is within 1-5 meters with the best image quality
- Smooth focusing feel, appropriate damping and superior experiences.
- ED lens effectively improve image/color differences.
- It’s globally the first 35mm F/1.2 large aperture lens that supports single-lens reflex full-frame cameras. When taking an image, set the aperture to Maximum f1.2 can conspicuously emphasize the subject on the background, producing a nice picture atmosphere.
- Excellent rendering effect in dim light, also enhance shutter speed to complete a shot
Sample images can be found here, here and here.




