This is perhaps the finest example of the classic 35mm wide angle. It is exceptionally well corrected and exhibits outstanding center-to-edge resolution and freedom from distortion. Encouraged by this optical quality, many find the 62 degree picture angle and great depth-of-field of the 35mm F/2.8 so versatile that they often use in place of the normal lens. Other advantages included focusing down to 12 inches, automatic-reopen diaphragm, meter coupling and compact, lightweight design.